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Chicken Enchilada-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

This healthy 5-ingredient spaghetti squash recipe is a satisfying low-carb alternative to taco night. If you have leftover cooked chicken on hand, skip Step 2 and stir 2½ cups into the filling. Look for an enchilada sauce with less than 300 mg of sodium per serving, such as Hatch brand. Thanks to our friends at Eating Well for sharing the recipe. Ingredients (2) 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1) 2 to 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded (1) 1/4 cups red enchilada sauce, divided one medium zucchini, diced (1) cup shredded pepper jack cheese Direction Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Place chicken in a medium saucepan, add water to cover and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to...

The Best Simple Baked Cod Recipe

Cod, one of my personal favorites. It's meaty, full of flavor and packed full of nutrients. This recipe combines the health benefits of tomatoes, fish, olive oil and lemon under one umbrella Are you participating in our Elimination Diet or  speking with one of our Functional Medicine providers? Then this simple cod recipe from delish is just for you!  Ingredients 4 Cod Filets, about 1-inch thick Kosher Salt Ground Black Pepper 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for baking dish 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 lemon, sliced, plus more for garnish 2 garlic cloves, smashed but not peeled 2 sprigs thyme 2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley for garnish     Directions Preheat the oven to 400 and pat cod filets with a paper towel until dry. Season all over with salt...

Back To School Snack Special

Monday is the first day back to School for many of our children (and who else is excited for that!). In honor of this momentous occasion, we decided to scour the internet, and find some of the best snack ideas for your little ones as they head back to school. Many of these recipes are simple, easy and yummy. If you like what you see, we encourage you to follow the people who shared them, just click on the image and it will direct you to them! Good Luck to all the little (and big) ones heading back to school!!! Here's to another safe, exciting and educational school year!! Natural PB&J   Apple Pie Nachos Edamame   Guacamole Watermelon Fruit Pizza Sweet Potato Chips   Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins Watermelon Popsicles Kale Guacamole Wraps ...

EASY BAKED LEMON CHICKEN

We paired this chicken up with a wild grain rice and roasted rosemary & turmeric vegetables. Keep it close for that quick and easy meal you need on a busy weeknight! After spending the week in a car driving my family across New England, I was ready to get home and cook up something healthy for my family. But I was also still recovering from the trip and didn't want to spend all day in the kitchen, that's when I came across this recipe from Creme de la Crumb. It's simple, healthy, and best of all the kids ate it up! Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons butter 1/3 cup chicken broth 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning salt and pepper to taste (I used 1 teaspoon salt and...

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Sweet and Sour Baked Cauliflower

Do you love Sweet & Sour Chicken, but hate that guilty feeling after eating Chinese? Well, try this Sweet & Sour Baked Cauliflower recipe instead. More importantly, this recipe is incredibly versatile and so tasty that you won't even miss the meat! Thanks to our friends at SuperHealthyKids for sharing this recipe with us! Ingredients 1 cup – long-grain rice 4 cup – cauliflower, florets Three tablespoon – oil, avocado Sauce: 1/2 cup – sugar 1/3 cup – vinegar, cider Two tablespoon – soy sauce, gluten-free One teaspoon – garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon – onion powder 1/4 teaspoon – salt 1/4 cup – ketchup One tablespoon – cornstarch Two tablespoon – water Serve With: One stalk – green onion One tablespoon – sesame seeds Directions Cook rice as directed on package. Cover and set aside. Preheat...

Yummy Greek Yogurt Frozen Banana Pops

These simple Greek Yogurt Frozen Banana Pops are a healthy and delicious snack that can be made with no sugar added, depending on the toppings you choose. Thanks to our friends at Happy Healthy Mama for this recipe. Ingredients 4 bananas, cut in half 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 8 wooden sticks or paper straws* Toppings Ideas:  unsweetened coconut, chopped chocolate or chocolate chips, crushed nuts with cinnamon, naturally colored sprinkles, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, melted chocolate or peanut butter Directions Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Put a wooden stick or paper straw half into the end of a banana piece and dip it into the yogurt.  Roll it around so it is evenly and thickly coated. Roll it into a topping if you...

One Skillet Shrimp and Pasta Scampi

Looking for a tasty shrimp dish to serve up on a weeknight that is quick, tasty and packed full of protein. Well, look no further. This dish is sure to impress everyone at the table! Thanks to our friends at Gonna Want Seconds for this week's yummy recipe! INGREDIENTS 11 Large Garlic Cloves Minced - DIVIDED Olive Oil - DIVIDED 3 Tablespoons Parsley Minced 3 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice 1 Teaspoon Fresh Lemon Zest 1 Pound Shrimp Large or Extra Large (Tails removed) Salt Black Pepper 1/8 Teaspoon Sugar 1/4 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes 1/2 Cup White Wine 3 Cups Water 2 Cups Chicken Broth 12 Ounces or 4 1/2 Cups Dried Campanelle Pasta INSTRUCTIONS  In a small bowl combine 2 cloves of finely minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, parsley, lemon juice and lemon zest.  Set aside.  In a medium bowl add the shrimp, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper,...

Cumin Dusted Chicken with Guacamole Sauce

Cumin Dusted Chicken is a staple around our house. It's easy, quick, well-seasoned, healthy and packed full of nutrients. Try pairing it with a nice spinach salad and a rice pilaf. Recipe Courtesy of Cooking Light Ingredients Sauce: 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper 1 ripe peeled avocado, seeded and coarsely mashed Chicken: 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves Cooking spray How to Make It Step 1 To prepare sauce, combine first 8 ingredients; set aside. Step 2 Preheat oven to 400°. Step 3 To prepare chicken, combine sugar, 1...

Rich, Thick, Super Creamy Avocado Cream Sauce

Looking for a tasty twist on that avocado toast? How about a nice way to freshen up blackened chicken? Well, this rich, thick, super creamy sauce is the simple addition you need in your life! Four simple ingredients and that's it!   Ingredients 1 Large Ripe Avocado 1/2 cup reduced-fat Greek Yogurt Juice of 1/2 Lime 1 tsp. Apple Cider Vinegar Kosher Salt and freshly Ground Black Pepper Directions Slice the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop the flesh into a food processor and add the yogurt, lime juice, apple cider vinegar and a big pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Add additional lime juice if desired. Serve over chicken, on toast, or with chips and salsa! Enjoy!...

Baked Olive, Tomato, and Feta Dip

Summertime is a perfect time to explore new snackable flavors. This healthy baked olive, tomato, and Feta dip bring a taste of the Mediterranean straight to your plate. We highly recommend making this for your next dinner party. Thanks to Kendra Vaculin of Food52 for this week's delicious recipe. Author Notes: Keep leftovers from this party fave in your fridge overnight; just pop the dish back into the oven to re-soften the cheese the next day. Makes: 1 block of feta Ingredients: 1/4cup tomato sauce, homemade or store-bought (a teeny amount! so the cheese doesn’t stick to the bottom! a perfect use for leftovers or the dregs of the jar) 8ounces block of feta cheese, drained 1/2cup pitted and chopped Kalamata olives 1 1/3cups halved cherry tomatoes 2cloves garlic, minced 1teaspoon dried oregano ...

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