Recently, I have have converted to a some-what plant-based lifestyle (aka vegan). A wonderful diet of lean proteins (beans and fish), and macronutrients with complex grains and, still, no processed foods. I was craving some meatballs one day and I decided to get inspired from another recipe and make it my own. I came across this… Continue reading Vegan “Meat”balls
Shepherds Pies are a staple in winter foods and Irish cuisine. When I started clean eating, I miss the stick-to-your-ribs kind of meals. So, I developed a recipe of a hardy turkey shepherds pie topped with a creamy, mashed cauliflower. This dish is a hardy, stew-like dish with earthy under-notes from the bay leaf and… Continue reading Turkey Shepherds Pie
This blog post is about an everyday routine of meals for a clean eater! Your typical meal should contain protein, carbs, healthy fats, and whole grains. For example—4oz of chicken baked with olive oil, sauteéd leafy greens, and a 1/4 cup of cooked brown rice. Below are some basic meals and snacks I normally eat!… Continue reading A Day Of Clean Eating
Winter meals and desserts are meant to make you feel warm and cozy inside and out. These snickerdoodle cookies do just that—a soft, chewy texture with warm notes of cinnamon and nuttiness from the flax seed and almond flour. These comforting cookies are gluten free, paleo, clean, oil free, low carb, and have a healthy… Continue reading Snickerdoodle Cookies
Christmas is right a round the corner, and what’s Christmas without sugar cookies? These sugar cookies are gluten free, paleo, clean, and low carb! These delectable and healthy treats are also topped with a perfectly sweetened icing. Who knew healthy could taste so good! The biggest thing I miss about clean eating is making and… Continue reading Sugar Cookies
Protein is needed for all parts of your body. It is a key contributor of cellular respiration, molecular transportation, metabolism responses, and so much more—all of these processes help build muscle, your metabolism, and your overall health! Protein is found in a verity of foods; meats, poultry, seafood, whole grains, dairy (especially yogurts), and nuts.… Continue reading No-Bake Protein Bars
A perfect warm weather recipe that’s clean, vegan and low carb! This lentil ragù with spaghetti squash is simple, delicious, and even cost friendly! I made up this recipe with what I had; a week old spaghetti squash, canned tomatoes, and a bag of lentils. The ingredients that are needed in this recipe will not… Continue reading Lentil Ragù with Spaghetti Squash
Plates n' Weights 