Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Apple Chips
2 large apples, cored (I used Red Delicious)
2 T. sugar (optional)
1 t. cinnamon
canola oil spray
Preheat oven to 200 degrees.Thinly slice apples crosswise about 1/8-inch (2 mm) thick with a mandoline or sharp knife.  Arrange apple slices in a single layer on two parchment-lined rimmed baking sheets, and spray with canola oil cooking spray.If using sugar, combine in a small bowl with cinnamon.  Put mixture into a sieve and sprinkle evenly over apple slices.Bake in the top and bottom third of the oven until apples are dry and crisp, about 2 hours (mine took a little longer than that to get crisp, but I didn’t use sugar).  Remove from oven and let ‘chips’ cool completely before transferring to a sealed container for up to 3 days.  Makes about 2 cups of apple chips.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
bruckmann:

Flowers - Photo by Christian Bruckmann
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Berry Bliss Oat Squares
Vegan, soy-free, refined-sugar free, no added fat, and can be made gluten-free if you use GF oats.
Adapted from Susan.
Yield: 12 squares
Ingredients:
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
1 ripe banana, chopped
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp warm water
3 cups regular oatmeal, divided
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 & 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup + 3 tbsp (6oz) unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup + 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1/4 cup  + 2 tbsp water
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1. Preheat oven to 375F and line a 8inch square pan with two pieces of parchment paper. In a small bowl mix together cornstarch with warm water to form a paste. Make sure all clumps are gone. Set aside.
2. Berry Filling: In a small saucepan, combine the berries, banana, and maple syrup. Bring to a boil and stir well. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and the pre-mixed cornstarch. Whisk until all clumps are gone and set aside.
3. Base: Place 1.5 cups of oats into a food processor and process until a flour/fine powder forms. Add this processed flour, remaining 1.5 cup of oats, baking powder, and salt into large bowl. Stir. Now add in the wet ingredients (applesauce, maple syrup, water, vanilla) and mix well. Pour 2/3 of the batter into the prepared pan and push down firmly with fingers to smooth out. Grab the prepared berry filling and spread over the top of the oat base until smooth. Now crumble the remaining oat base mixture on top.
4. Bake for 30 mins. at 375F or until the top is slightly golden and firm. Allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Make your health your top priority in life. Without your health you cant enjoy anything !!*
Friday, March 23, 2012
Staying fit is more than just a hobby, it’s a lifestyle. Do something you enjoy so you don’t dread your workouts!!*
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Baked Zucchini Chips

1 zucchini 
canola cooking spray
seasoned salt, or other seasoning(s) of your choice
Preheat oven to 225 degrees.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or nonstick foil, and spray with canola oil.  Set aside.Slice zucchini into thin medallions, about the thickness of a quarter.  (You can either use a knife & a very steady hand, or a mandoline slicer.)Lay out slices on prepared baking sheet, and spray tops lightly with additional cooking spray.  Sprinkle with seasonings of your choice. (A note on seasoning, however - use LESS than what seems appropriate.  These shrink considerably in the oven, and if you use too much it gets very concentrated.  It’s better to end up underseasoning and add more later.)Place in preheated oven and bake 45 minutes.  Rotate baking sheet, and bake an additional 30-50 minutes, until chips are browned and crisped to your liking.  These are best eaten within a couple hours of removing from the oven, as they start to get chewy if left out.  One zucchini makes one serving (1/4 C. - 1/3 C. of chips depending on the size of your squash).
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
dellacucina:

strawberry balsamic jam
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
If anyone approaches you today, percieve that he/she is coming to add some positive energy in your life. You will be amazed how this simple shift in consciousness will change everything!*
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
I wish there was an eraser that could just remove the fat off my body.. Thatd be ideal !!!*
Friday, March 16, 2012
Carrot Cake Granola
Ingredients:
2 cups rolled oats
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup finely shredded carrots
1/4 cup agave nectar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp light oil (canola, safflower, grapeseed, etc.)
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 cup raisins



Preheat your oven to325 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.



In a large bowl - combine the oats, pecans and coconut.



In a smaller bowl - combine the carrots, agave, brown sugar, vanilla, oil, and spices. Do not add the rasins! They’ll be added later! Stir until well combined, then pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix together with your hands until everything is mixed well.



Spread the granola in an even layer over the parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake in a 325 degree oven for 40-50 minutes until the granola had become crisp and golden brown.



Remove from the oven and allow to cool before stirring in the raisins. Store in an airtight container…=)
Friday, March 16, 2012
No matter how hard it is to start a workout.. Exercising is the best way to raise your mood & jack up the healthy endorphin levels! Love it
Friday, March 16, 2012
Hoy es un muy buen dia para ser feliz y agradecidos, happy friday!!*
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
jennelizabeth:

Couldn’t of said it better myself.
Happy hump day!
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