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Cuban-Style Black Beans and Rice

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:December 7, 2010
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Cuban-Style Black Beans and Rice Try this easy-to-follow recipe and enjoy one of Cuba's most famous plates. Full of protein and flavor, Cuban-style black beans serve as a meal in themselves, or as a delicious side dish. By dry roasting the brown rice, you will enhance its flavor and increase its natural sweetness. Serve as a main course or side dish. Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 2 cups brown rice 4 cups water 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Coconut oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 5 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes with their liquid 3 cups (cooked) black beans,…

Brown Rice Pilaf

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:December 7, 2010
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Brown Rice Pilaf Ingredients: 1/4 cup water 8 ounces mushrooms, diced (about 2 1/2 cups) 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 cup dry white wine or vegetable broth 1 cup long-grain brown rice (preferably basmati or jasmine) 2 to 3 cups boiling water or vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Preparation: Heat the 1/4 cup of water in a large saucepan. Add the mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes, until the mushrooms and onion are soft. Add the thyme and cook and stir for 2 to 3…

Oil & Vinegar Dressing

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:December 3, 2010
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Homemade Wholegrain mustard vinaigrette by fresh ingredients

Oil & Vinegar Dressing Making your own dressing is simple: I often use: ratio of 1 part vinegar 2 parts oil (i.e. 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of flax seed oil with 1 tablespoon of vinegar) sprinkle in a little salt and fresh black pepper. You can use balsamic, red wine, or even brown rice vinegar. Another great dressing is lemon juice and a little agave nectar. Mix and match to find your favorite.

9 Ways to Make Exercise Fun

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:December 2, 2010
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With the colder winter months on the way and all the temptations of holiday food making FSA (Fun, Sweaty, Activity) a priority is more important than ever. Keeping active isn't just important for weight loss and body image but it is also essential for optimal mental and physical health. Ward of those winter blues, keep fit and avoid packing on the extra pounds with these nine simple tips. 9 Ways to Make Exercise Fun 1. Add a Friend. - Find someone to be your exercise buddy that is fun to hang out with. That way, you'll exercise just to be with them. 2. Group Finess - Group classes are a great…

Brown Rice Salad with Crunchy Vegetables

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:December 1, 2010
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Brown Rice Salad with Crunchy Vegetables This is a great dish to take to a picnic or other group get together and I received rave reviews from it! Ingredients: 3-4 cups of cooked organic brown rice ¼ c. scallions or red onions 1 small organic red or yellow pepper chopped ½ c chopped organic celery ½ - ¾ c chopped organic carrots ¼ - 1/2 c chopped parsley ¼-1/2 c chopped nuts (pecans, almonds, or walnuts) Vinaigrette Dressing: ½ c Extra Virgin Olive Oil 4-5 T Red Wine Vinegar Ground Black Pepper Preparation: Cook rice with appropriate water or vegetable broth. I use a mix of ½ broth…

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:November 16, 2010
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies The holidays are just around the corner and that makes eating healthy even more difficult. You don't have to skip yummy holiday treats though! When your sweet tooth demands a festive treat, or when you need to take a dish to a holiday get together, consider making my my favorite dessert recipe; Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies. Not only are these a healthier dessert for holidays but they are also a delicious too! Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Note: All ingredients used are organic if available. 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup cane sugar or agave 2 eggs 1 (14 ounce) can pumpkin puree ½ cup…

Nutty Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:November 13, 2010
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Nutty Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats are a family favorite and super easy to make. These delicious treats are the healthy version of rice crispy treats. The bonus is they also contain chocolate! They are a healthy source of protein to kick those sugar cravings or to boost your energy. I use chocolate in mine but if you are not a chocolate fan, you can use vanilla protein powder. I promise not to judge you and think there is something wrong with you for not wanting chocolate. I will caution you as they are addicting! The first time I made them, I ate way too many and had a bit…

Chocolate Almond Butter Rice Crispy Treats

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:November 13, 2010
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These delicious treats are the healthy version of rice crispy treats. They are a great healthy source of protein to kick those sugar cravings or to boost your energy. I use chocolate in mine but if you are not a chocolate fan, you can use French Vanilla Juice Plus Complete whole food drink mix. These are a great source of protein utilizing the Juice Plus Complete powder and your favorite butter. Caution--they are addicting! 2/3 c of raw honey, pure maple syrup or Agave 2/3 c of organic almond butter 1 c of Juice Plus Complete Whole Food Based Drink Mix (Dutch Chocolate or French Vanilla) 3 c of organic brown rice…

Roasted Garlic Hummus

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:August 26, 2010
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Roasted Garlic Hummus Roasted Garlic Hummus is my absolute favorite recipe because it is easy and tastes great! If you are in a hurry, you can use raw garlic but roasting has a unique flavor. It is a perfect source of protein and great as a snack with veggies or spread on a whole grain pita with veggies for a healthy wrap. Enjoy! Roast Garlic: 1 large head garlic ½ c low sodium vegetable broth (optional) 2 Tbls Butter or coconut oil ½ tsp dried thyme (optional) Remove outer peel from garlic and cut tops off of garlic. Place garlic in baking dish, dab with butter or pour coconut oil over.…

Baked Gingerbread Pancakes

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:August 18, 2010
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Baked Gingerbread Pancakes My first experience with baked pancakes was at the Firefly Southern Grill in Evansville, IN. I loved them so much that I found this recipe and as always modified it. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! P.S. I have not attempted this with gluten-free flour so let me know if you find it works. Baked Gingerbread Pancake Cook Time:15 min Prep Time: 10 min Pancake: ½ cup plant-based milk ½ cup all-purpose flour ( ¼ cup whole wheat/ ¼ cup white) 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour ½ cup unsweetened applesauce 2 eggs 1 tablespoon cane sugar 1 tablespoon dark molasses ¼…