Guilt-free Goodness

So, I'm sure many of you may have already tried this, or have seen this floating around on Pinterest.  However, I thought I would share these yummy, guilt-free dessert ideas!

 

Even though it's still 100 degrees in AZ, it's still fall, and I'm ready for some pumpkin!

 

Tonight I combined a spice cake mix with a can of pumpkin. 

(And in the background is a pic of my adorable son, who insists I keep his photo by the stove...That way I will "always think of him while I'm cooking.")  :)

 

 

Mix it up well.

 

 

Spray a little cooking spray on your pan/dish, and spread out your mixture.

Bake at 350 for approx. 25-30 minutes.

  

 

Sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top, and voila, you have a delicious fall treat! 

 

 

My family inhaled this cake!  I will definitely be making it again!  Here are a few other favorites of ours...

 

*Combine a yellow cake mix with a can of pumpkin.  Bake for approx. 25-30 minutes at 350.  (I made cupcakes, and let my kids and their friends decorate with some fun Halloween sprinkles.) *

 

*My personal fave is 1 box of Devil's Food cake mix, 1 cup of vanilla Chobani Greek yogurt, and 1 cup of water.  Mix, and bake at 350 approx. 25-30 minutes.  Serve with strawberries on top.  Mmmm, you will NOT be disappointed!*

ABSolutely Fun!

 

 

Need to mix up your ab routine?  Here's a fun little find that I came across on YouTube.  I do this routine 2-3 times back to back.  You will feel those abs working, but will be having so much fun you won't want to stop!  I'm going to get my ab work in right now! Enjoy!

Omelets On the Go!

Here is an easy protein/veggie packed recipe for gals on the go!

 

First, I chopped up red pepper, red onion, and a fresh green chili to give it a little kick!

 

Then I layered baby spinach, and the chopped veggies in a muffin tin.

 

*(Don't forget to use a little cooking spray to prevent sticking.)*

 

Shake up those eggs whites and pour approx. 1/4 cup over your veggies.  Add a little salt free Mrs. Dash to each mini-omelet.

 

Ready for the oven! Bake at 350 for 20-30 minutes.

 

Ooooo...Finished product! 

 

Mama was hungry, and ate one right away!  Delish!

 

Store the rest of your mini omelets in a Ziploc, and place in the fridge.  Now you have a breakfast ready to go on those crazy mornings! (Which is every morning for me!)

 

     

* Approx. 45 calories per omelet, and 5 grams of protein!  Have 2 or 3, or combine it with quick cooking oats, and a cup of berries for a delicious and nutritious breakfast. *

A New Fave...

So, I love Pinterest, and I love trying new recipes that I come across.  Here is my latest fave... BBQ Chicken Quinoa Salad!  This salad is packed with protein, and tons of flavor! I made this for dinner, and my kids loved it!  However, the hubby is still trying to adjust to the whole quinoa craze that is going on in our house, but eats it like a good hubby should!  I had enough leftover for lunch the next day, and it was still as delicious as the night before!  Excellent with chopped avocado on top!  See recipe below, and enjoy! * Note- I used chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs.* BBQ Chicken Quinoa Salad

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Recipe Type: Salad

Prep time: 5 mins

Cook time: 10 mins

Total time: 15 mins

Serves: 2-4

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup corn
• 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup shredded BBQ chicken
• 1 avocado, chopped
• 2 tbsp White Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2-4 tbsp BBQ sauce
• 2 scallions, chopped
• cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, toss together the quinoa, corn, black beans, chicken and avocado. Season with salt and pepper
2. Transfer mixture onto a bowl and top with shredded cheese, BBQ sauce, scallions and cilantro.
3. Serve warm or at room temperature

Notes

*Note: this recipe calls for already cooked chicken so plan ahead! I prefer to cook my chicken in the crockpot, using 6 chicken thigh, 1 white onion sliced and 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce. I cook on low for about 6-7 hours and then shred and refrigerate for later.

Pump It!

I have been so blessed to have many requests for personal training that I have decided to postpone the group fitness classes.  I have a Tues./Thursday 6:00-6:30 am session, and a 9:45-10:15am session still available!  $80 per month for personal training ($10 per session), or for $50 each per month, have a friend join you!  Please call or text me for more details, 480-512-2746.