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Avocado Egg Salad Lettuce Cups

Contrary to what I’ve heard, egg salad is NOT just an old people sandwich for blue haired Granny’s (love you Granny!). Avocado’s are at peak freshness and taste during the Summer and I can’t find enough ways to use them. Subbing avocado’s for mayo kicks the flavor up several notches and adds healthy fats for gorgeous skin and a sexy body. While subbing lettuce for bread kicks the carbs to the curb! This basic recipe is one my Mom would make all the time to keep us crazy kids satisfied, with a few additions of mine of course.

Lunches Your Waistline & Wallet Will Love

Prepare these healthy lunch recipes that won’t sabotage your diet — or your wallet!

Won Ton Tacos

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Kid Friendly Baking Ideas

Plan a baking day with your little ones using Food Networks’s top 5 kid-friendly recipes!

Smores

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Perfectly Roasted Chicken

Roasting a whole chicken is one of the most impressive yet simple things you can make in the kitchen. My market has them on sale at least once a month, SALE being one of my favorite words, and I buy a few at a time and freeze the ones I don’t cook right away. If freezing, be sure to defrost in the  fridge for about 48 – 72 hours. With a few easy steps and basic ingredients you can make the best chicken you’ve ever tasted.

Yummers!

Spiced Chicken Burgers

When boneless skinless chicken breasts are on sale at the market, GET OUT OF MY WAY because I’m running there and stocking up. One of my favorite uses for bs chicken breast is this quick and tasty Spiced Chicken Burger recipe that can be made from mild to flamin’ spicy. They can be cooked right away in just a few minutes, or stored in your freezer for a later date.

Enjoy my healthful twist on the classic burger patty!

Crust-less Spinach and Goat Cheese “Quiche”

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Savory homemade quiches were a staple item in my grandparents house that I scarfed down at every opportunity. When I realized the amount of fat in a quiche’s buttery crust could make a beauty pageant contestant cry, I stopped eating them as often. Thankfully this recipe is just one of the many great ways to enjoy a quiche without the calorie heavy crust.

Happy Quiche-ing!

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Perfectly Baked Salmon

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Baking this pretty pink fish used to be a scary task  for me to undertake. But the truth is, cooking the perfect piece of fish is all about simplicity and a few easy tricks. Not only is salmon incredibly tasty, but it’s packed with tons of Omega fatty acids which are great for your health and can help your hair and body shine like your starring in your own Pantene Pro-V commercial. Check out my fish baking secrets and enjoy!

Spiced Tilapia in Cajun Tomato Stew

Growing up, if my parents burned food they told me it was “Cajun style, just eat it!” Needless to say, I didn’t enjoy it very much. Thankfully I learned that Cajun food is full of flavor and can be quite healthy. This spiced tilapia recipe is incredibly simple, so tasty, and will leave your diners wondering “Did they go down south to learn this amazing recipe?!” All in a days work….

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Whole Wheat Veggie Couscous

How many times have you looked in the pantry and thought “Ugh, I have nothing to quick to make!” Well when is comes to side dishes, couscous is one of the healthiest and easiest to prepare. It’s done in just a few minutes and can be zested up with spices, veggies, dried fruits or herbs to compliment any main dish OR you can add your favorite protein to stand alone as a main course. Here’s a healthy and tasty side dish version I cook up all the time.

Spicy Caramel Bacon Popcorn

A new study out in TIME claims that popcorn, a quick and easy snack favorite of mine, is packed with cancer fighting antioxidants and fiber, hooray! So naturally I wanted to share one of my favorite guilty pleasure recipes that Adrianna does so well. This treat is NOT for everyday consumption, but is a great treat from time to time. Popping it in a healthy oil, such as grape seed or peanut, on the stove is still the healthiest and most simple way to chow down. I try to avoid microwave popcorn at all costs…

FULL RECIPE

Get to poppin’!

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