Stuffed Peppers

Another Tasty Recipe coming your way this week. 
This recipe is from a dear friend of mine. We had it one evening a while ago when we went to visit them at their house. I have been wanting to give the recipe a try myself as I tried a few other stuff pepper recipes but this one was my favorite.  I did alter the recipe a bit but the flavor is still the same and it is oh so delicious! Best of all it is all good for your ingredients too so it can be put in my healthy recipe box!! 

Ingredients...
4 large bell peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped finely
1 small zucchini, chopped finely
1 garlic clove, minced
Sea Salt
ground black pepper
1 pound ground turkey
1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves, chopped finely
1 teaspoon fresh basil leaves, chopped finely
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan Cheese

Directions...
1. Cut the bell peppers lengthwise in half and remove the seeds and membranes. Place the peppers in a pot of boiling water, reduce heat to medium and simmer ~ 3 to 4 minutes. Drain and set aside. 
2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown ground Turkey until cooked through.  Remove turkey from skillet and set aside.
4. To the same skillet, add the onion and cook until softened, ~ 5 minutes. Add zucchini, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste and cook until veggies are tender, ~5 minutes.   Stir in 1/2 cup tomato sauce, cover and simmer for 10 minutes
5. Remove mixture from heat and add cooked ground turkey, parsley, and basil - mix well.
6. Stuff each pepper half with mixture and place in shallow baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and Parmesan Cheese
7. Bake for approximately 30 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are slightly browned. While baking, heat the remaining tomato sauce in a small saucepan.
8. Serve peppers with a tablespoon of sauce on top.

Enjoy!!

As you know I am all about eating healthy and living a healthy lifestyle.  The food we eat is so very important to how our bodies function.  I don't know about you but I want my body in tip top shape so I can enjoy as much of life as I can.  There was a time in my life when healthy wasn't a priority of mine, I thought it was but I wasn't doing anything to achieve it. I am thankful I had a friend who was supportive and knowledgeable and helped me learn how best to fuel my body and she got me on the path of HEALTHY! Now it is just something I do and now I also love helping others find their way to a healthy lifestyle as well.  If you are one of those people who wants to live a healthier lifestyle then please lets talk.  Like I said I was once there too and know it can be hard, that first step always is but let me take some of the burden off of your shoulders.    

                                                       

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Spiced Apple Oatmeal

Who doesn't love a nice hot bowl of Oatmeal first thing in the morning? 

Oatmeal is a normally used a breakfast food and yes it is healthy way to start your day, but Oatmeal is not just a breakfast food!! I make oatmeal at all times of day and today I had it for lunch!! It tastes just as good as Breakfast time!!

This tasty food is high in fiber which can keep you feeling full longer. Another bonus, is it is also relatively low in calories as long as you don't load it up with sugar. 

My Oatmeal for lunch today was just so darn good I had to share the tasty recipe with you all!

Spiced Apple Oatmeal

Ingredients...
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
3 cup granola
2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground flax seed
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 a small apple, diced

Directions...
1. In a large container with lid or zippered plastic bag combine all ingredients except apple and mix to combine (I put in a container, closed the lid, and then shook it around to combine - you can do the same in a zipper bag)
2. Measure 3/4 cup of combined mixture and add to a bowl along with 1 cup water. Microwave for 2 minutes on high. Top with sliced apples
OR
if you prefer the stove, bring 1 cup water to a boil over high heat and then add 3/4 cup of combined mixture and stir. Remove from heat and let stand for 5-10 minutes. 
Last but not least ENJOY at any time of day!!

As mentioned Oatmeal is so darn good for you I also wanted to share some of its benefits.

If you are interested in more healthy recipes for you and/or your family please feel free to check out my Eat Clean Recipes section. Also if you are interested in cleaning up your eating habits or getting started eating healthier feel free to CONTACT ME and possibly be a member in my next healthy eating group. I know for me the biggest part of learning how to eat healthy was to have support to help me have the strength to say NO MORE to the bad junk food that use to fill my house!! After that it was all about learning how to change some of my eating habits and from their healthy habits were formed.  Let me help you do the same!! 

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Asian Seared Pork Chops

Well here you have it another Tastey Tuesday is here and today I bring you a melt in your mouth pork chop recipe. I am a budge savvy kind of gal so when Meat that my family enjoys is on sale I BUY!! I was cleaning out my freezer this past weekend as I was putting together my meal plan for the week and found Pork Chops that I needed to use before the end of the month.  

So, what do I do, but look for a new clean eating Pork Chop recipe!! 

This one is sure to please the taste buds!!

Asian Seared Pork Chops

Ingredients...

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

4 pork chops, lean (bone-in or boneless)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 cup chicken broth, low sodium

2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce

2 tablespoons white rice vinegar

1 tablespoon demerara, turbinado, or sucanant sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground ginger

Directions...

1. Combine all ingredients (minus pork chops) in a sealable bag & shake to mix.

2. Add Pork chops and mix around to coat chops.

3. Marinate for at least 1 hour (longer if you want a more robust flavor)

4. Remove pork chops from marinade and either bake in oven at 375 degrees for 40 minutes or until juices run clear OR grill on medium heat for about 8-10 minutes per side (we did the grilling option).

Enjoy!

If you are interested in more healthy recipes or maybe even learning how to eat healthy CONTACT ME and I can help you get started. I know for me the biggest part of learning how to eat healthy was to have support to help me have the strength to say NO MORE to the bad junk food that use to fill my house!! After that it was all about learning how to change some of my eating habits and from their healthy habits were formed.

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Mexican 5-layer Dip

It's New Year's Eve and that means get-togethers and parties are happening all over the place tonight. What that also means is that there will be much food and drinks consumed tonight as well.  
Why not choose to bring a healthy appetizer to the party?  Here is one I made for my daughter's birthday party this past week and it was a hit (and it's healthy!) I also plan on bringing it to our family get together tonight!! Cheers to a New Year!!

Mexican 5-layer Dip

Ingredients...
1 cup pinto beans, rinsed
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 small white onion, chopped
2 to 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
3/4 packed cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, divided
Juice of 2 limes, divided
1/2 teaspoon sea salt, divided, plus additional to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
6 ounces cheddar cheese, grated (~ 1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt

Directions...
1. In a medium bowl combine tomatoes, onion. jalapenos, and 2/3 of cilantro. Squeeze juice of 1 lime over tomato mixture and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
2. Place beans in a food processor with 1 tablespoon water and blend until slightly chunky puree, add additional water if needed to get desired consistency.  Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Pulse several times to combine.  
3. Transfer beans to a 9x13 inch casserole dish or large glass bowl and spread into an even layer. 
4. In a food processor or blender, combine avocados, remaining cilantro and remaining juice of 1 lime. Puree until slightly chunky. Season with salt and black pepper.  Add avocado mixture to top of beans and spread evenly to create its own layer. 
5. Sprinkle cheese on top of avocado mixture. Dollop scoops of Greek yogurt over avocado and spread into thin layer. With a slotted spoon (to drain liquid), spread tomato mixture evenly over Greek yogurt. 
Serve immediately or chill for up to 4 hours. 

Serves MANY. 

I paired this with our favorite tortilla chips. 

and last but not least - ENJOY!!

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