This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you're not the type to eat a lot of fruit by itself -- or even if you are -- a smoothie is a refreshing fruity treat that's surprisingly easy to make. My delicious Triple Berry Smoothie packs a lot of nutrition and extra vitamins and protein in as well, with the inclusion of a whey protein powder. The issue with many smoothies, especially the Continue Reading
RECIPE: Energizing No-Bake Oatmeal Bites
I absolutely love no-bake snacks, probably because I've always loved eating cookie dough and it's kind of like that. But these no-bake oatmeal balls are certainly a healthier choice than consuming raw cookie dough. My Energizing No-Bake Oatmeal Bites are free of processed sugar and wheat, and provide an easy grab-and-go snack. Ingredients: 2 cups quick oats 1/4 cup honey 2/3 cup Continue Reading
RECIPE: Fall trail mix is easy-to-make healthy snack
Here’s a simple idea for a yummy high-protein snack anyone can make. No culinary skills required! Trail mix is so simple that there really is no way to screw it up. And there’s also no right or wrong when it comes to ingredients — use any combination of nuts and dried fruit that you like. You can also add in some chocolate or small candy for sweetness if desired, such as chocolate chips, Continue Reading
RECIPES: Three summer sides you can make with farmer’s market produce
By shopping at a farmer’s market, not only are you getting the freshest possible produce and goods, you are supporting local family farms by buying directly from the grower. Shopping at a farmer’s market or produce stand may help you save money as well. On the Blue Cross NC blog, I've posted three easy-to-make recipes your whole family is sure to enjoy. They are made from summer vegetables and Continue Reading
RECIPE: How to make delicious Carolina Pulled Pork in a slow cooker
Pulled pork has become a delicacy that North Carolina is known for world-wide. And it’s so simple to make using a slow cooker (Crock Pot). Plus, you won’t have to heat up the kitchen on a summer day. Pulled pork is high in protein, gluten-free and low-carb. In my easy recipe on the Blue Cross NC blog, I show how to make it lower in fat as well. Whether you’re making it for your family or a Continue Reading
RECIPE: Quick and easy Banana Blueberry Muffins (regular and gluten-free)
These delicious muffins make a welcome addition to any meal, or on their own as a snack or quick breakfast. When you have bananas that are over-ripened and need to be used up, muffins are a great option. Ingredients: 1 cup sugar 1/3 cup butter, softened 2 eggs 3 ripe bananas 1/3 cup water 1 2/3 cup Gluten-Free All Purpose Flour - recipe here) OR regular all-purpose flour Continue Reading