Wishlist Wednesday

If you are considering asking for a fitness tracker for the holidays, here is a great tool that compares various models.  Check this out so you can make the best decision for your needs!

Tasty Tuesday

Here is a great 'treat' for those days you're craving chocolate but wanting a healthier option!

Ingredients

1/2 cup almond butter

1/3 cup honey

1 teaspoon vanilla

3/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats

2/3 cup unsweetened coconut, divided

1/3 cup chocolate protein powder

1/3 cup dark chocolate cocoa powder

Instructions

1. Combine the almond butter and honey in a large pan over low heat. Stir until melted and creamy. Add the vanilla and stir in.
2. Mix in the oats, 1/3 cup coconut, protein powder, and cocoa powder and mix until everything is mixed completely. Press into an 8x8 pan that has been lined with foil. Sprinkle with the remaining coconut and press into the top. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to an hour. Cut into 16 bars. Store in a sealed container on the counter

Motivation Monday

So true...

Fit Friday

Sometimes the hardest part about working out is putting our shoes on and heading to the gym.  I've found the perfect solution... a workout you can do barefoot in the comfort of your own home!!  Now we have no excuses as to why we couldn't fit a workout it today!!  Besides this workout is only 8 minutes long... but you can always do more than one round to get a real good burn, you'll already be sweaty so what's 8 more minutes?!

Topic Thursday

With the cold and flu season upon us we all try to be very careful about getting sick.  It's great to learn about simple tricks and remedies to use that we basically all have sitting around at home.  Today, we should you the many ways you can use apple cider vinegar!

 

Wellness Wednesday

With Thanksgiving behind us we all know what comes next... Christmas.  And with Christmas comes all of the baked goods and treats.  Here are some awesome substitutions you can make when baking to make your treats a little more good for ya!!

Tasty Tuesday

Are you looking for a fun and tasty meal that will get your kids eating more vegetables??  Well look no further!  These Zucchini and Ground Turkey Pizza Boats will have your kids eating zucchini while it tastes like they are eating pizza toppings!!  What a great way to introduce picky eaters to veggies!

Zucchini and Ground Turkey Pizza Boats

Ingredients:

• 4 zucchini
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1/2 lb 99% lean ground turkey
• 1 cup mushrooms, diced
• 2 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 tsp. oregano
• 1/2 tsp. basil
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 4 tbsp. Parmesan cheese
• 8 tbsp. park skim shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Heat the olive oil over medium high heat.  Add the turkey, mushrooms, and garlic.  Cook until turkey is fully browned, about 6-8 minutes.  Season with salt and pepper.
3. Stir in the oregano, basil, and marinara sauce.
4. Meanwhile cut the zucchini in half and scoop out some of the center using a spoon or melon baller to create the "boat."  Place in a baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
5. Fill the boats with the turkey and mushroom mixture.
6. Top each with 1 tbsp. of shredded cheese and 1/2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until cheese is bubbling and zucchini is tender.

 http://www.slenderkitchen.com/recipe/zucchini-and-ground-turkey-pizza-boats