Dinner
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One Pan Skillet Chicken & Brussels Sprouts
One Pan Chicken Brussel Sprouts Skillet?? {The perfect, quick one-skillet Springtime meal!} 10-15 minutes…dinner is done? Makes 4-6 servings Ingredients: 3 Tbsps olive oil, or avocado oil 1-2 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1 pound organic chicken, sliced into bite sized pieces 6-8 Bacon, chopped into chunks 1 ½ lbs. brussels sprouts, shaved 4 Tbsps fresh oregano, roughly chopped Juice of 1 fresh lemon lemon slices for garnish red pepper flakes fresh grated Parmesan cheese (optional) ❤Kristin Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping…
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Taco Squash Bake
Taco Squash Bake Taco Tuesday with a twist! This is a great way to get the kids to each some extra veggies! My kids love spaghetti squash. Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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Healthy Easter Recipes
Healthy Easter Recipes Easter is here! Below are a few healthy dishes you can include in this year’s Easter dinner. What are your plans and traditions for Easter? We usually do Easter brunch with the family and then we go for a hike if the weather is nice. If you still have to make some Easter baskets, check out our Candy-Free Easter Basket ideas We’ve also got some great brunch recipes and my personal favorite trick for making hard boiled eggs that are super easy to peel. Trust me, it’s a game changer!! Ingredients 10lbs ham (Nitrate Free) 1 (32 ounces) can pineapple juice 2teaspoons ground cloves 2teaspoons cinnamon 1 cups Coconut…
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Chicken Sweet Potato and Goat Cheese Quesadillas
Chicken Sweet Potato and Goat Cheese Quesadillas is a quick and easy lunch or dinner recipe. You can even make this for an appetizer for a party. Chicken Sweet Potato and Goat Cheese Quesadillas Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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Grilled Chicken Salad
Grilled Chicken Salad is a great lunch or dinner option. I recommend grilling the chicken ahead of time or use the leftover chicken from the night before to add to your salad for lunch the next day! Grilled Chicken Salad Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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Beef and Broccoli
Beef and Broccoli Beef and Broccoli is a quick and easy dinner recipe your whole family will love. Dinner doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful! Just think Protein and Produce. Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving is a special tradition filled with family, friends, lots of food and alcohol. You can enjoy your Thanksgiving while accomplishing your weight loss and health goals, all while enjoy your favorite holiday foods. No need to worry. There is a way to enjoy your Thanksgiving and still keep your nutrition and exercise goals. Did you know that the average person will consume approximately 2500-3000 additional calories during the Thanksgiving eat-a-thon? I’ve put together this Ebook with my tips for having a Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving. Plus healthy holiday recipes, a workout to get you all ready for Thanksgiving! Download below! No need to throw your diet to the wind…
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Fasting
FASTING What ,Why, When! What is fasting? Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern where you cycle between periods of eating and fasting. Numerous studies show that it can have powerful benefits for your body, hormones and brain. Why fast? Intermittent Fasting Changes the Function of Cells, Genes and Hormones When you don’t eat for a while, several things happen in your body. For example, your body initiates important cellular repair processes and changes hormone levels to make stored body fat more accessible. Here are some of the changes that occur in your body during fasting: Lowers Insulin Levels: Blood levels of insulin drop significantly, which facilitates fat burning. Human growth…
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Chicken & Spinach Bake
Chicken & Spinach Bake Chicken & Spinach Bake delicious quick meal you will want to add to your Sunday meal prep! In less than an hour, you will be enjoying a delicious healthy dinner. If you prefer kale over spinach then just simply make the swap. Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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Skillet Chicken
Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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Turkey & Veg Meatloaf
Turkey & Veg Meatloaf This is not just your regular old boring meatloaf. This delicious dish is full of nutrients leaving you satisfied and nourished. This dish is also great to sneak more veggies into your diet. You kids might not even realize they are eating spinach. This recipe calls for ground turkey BUT probably 99.9% of the time I will make this with ground Elk or Deer. Because that’s what we have in the freezer. SO feel free to change up this recipe to add your preferred ground meat. HERE IS THE MACRO BREAKDOWN PROTEIN | Turkey + Eggs FAT | Egg yolks FIBER | Spinach, Green Peppers Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, …
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Fat Friendly Chili
Kristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell, I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com
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5 Reasons to Eat More Pumpkins
When I think of Pumpkins I think of Pumpkin Spice Lattés, Legging and boots, Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Harvest…… But did you know that pumpkin’s are one of the best Super Foods available to us? Pumpkins are rich in carotenoids, beta-carotene, fiber, Vitamin C, potassium and tryptophan (found in Prozac). 1.) Pumpkins help Keep our Eyesight Sharp A cup of cooked, mashed pumpkin contains more than 200% of your recommended daily intake of vitamin A, which aides vision, according to the National Institutes of Health. 2.) Pumpkins Aid Weight Loss Pumpkins are a source of fiber, 3 grams per 1 cup serving and only 49 calories, it can help…
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Steak Coconut Curry with Edamame Spaghetti
Okay so I made this steak coconut curry with edamame spaghetti for my family last week it was a huge hit. Sometime my kids can be a bit picky. Can you relate? I love it when you make a healthy meal the whole family enjoys. A dinner with no complaining is a lovely dinner! This dinner was so simple and easy to make. For the Steak •1 Steak •Garlic •Onion Powder •Asian Mix Spice •Salt •Pepper For the Curry: •1/2 tablespoon coconut oil •1 large carrot, peeled and sliced, about a heaping 1/2 cup •1 small red bell pepper, sliced, about 1 cup •1 cup broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces •1/3 cup onion, chopped,…
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Summer Salad
Are you looking for a healthy side dish to bring to a party or serve at a get together? This is a delicious summer salad is full of superfoods. It is an easy and quick recipe to make. You can even add ingredients such as onions, green peppers, mushrooms. Try roasting the pine nuts first to add an even richer taste. Really the options are unlimited. Add grilled chicken or steak to make it a main dish. This salad would also be great to bring to lunch. Did you know? Blueberries are a super fruit packed with antioxidants that may fight disease and help with brain health. Pretty cool right!? Not only do they taste great and…
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Crunchy Cashew Thai Quinoa Salad
What’s for dinner? Do you hear this every evening and then not sure how to answer? Do you struggle with figuring out what to make for dinner every week? It’s so easy to just grab something quick or order take out. Try this quick and easy healthy clean Crunchy Cashew Thai Salad. This dish will surprise your whole family. Make a double batch and freeze for another meal. I made this last week for my family and they just loved it. I added grilled chicken to the recipe to make it a main dish. You can also leave out the chicken and serve it as a side. You can also sub in fish, tofu or…
