Tag: Recipes

2014 in Review: Faithfulness

Looking back at the start of 2014, I would have never known or guessed that this year would be as monumental as it has been. I had a feeling that 2014 would be different, but I didn’t know just how different and amazing it would 

Lentil Soup

When the wind is blowing and the snow is falling, I like to whip up batches of things to keep me warm. One of my favorites is Lentil Soup. I recently talked with a woman who cooks delicious German food. I didn’t know this until 

Easy Christmas Toffee

As much as I love health, nutrition, running, and all things exercise, that does not mean that I don’t enjoy Christmas cookies and treats as much as the next person. I have enjoyed my sweets this Christmas season, but am ready for a break. Before 

Favorite Sweet Potato Casserole

Most people know that sweet potatoes are my favorite. Because they are my favorite, I generally bring them to any family gathering we have during the holidays. I have tried several different sweet potato casserole recipes, but this one is my favorite. It was slightly 

Thinking out Loud VIII

1. I have been very slowly, but surely, updated my blog. New recipes are now filed under almost all the categories. Obviously, there are not many in each yet, but there are some. Each link will take you to one of my recipes. Except the 

Thinking out Loud VII

1. Let’s take a moment to appreciate that it is now officially red cup season at Starbucks! Call me crazy, but I always feel so festive holding steamy coffee in a seasonal cup. Especially when my hands are donned with fuzzy mittens. Thankfully, weather wise, 

Barbecue Lentils

Upon request, (ahem Sunnie )  I have my Barbecue lentil recipe up! I really, really enjoy a good barbecue and have an intense passion for barbecue sauce. I created this recipe when I decided I wanted something different from the average sloppy Joe and in honor of my 

Honey Wheat Bread

Nothing says fall like warm homemade bread baking in the oven.  When the cooler temperatures arrive, I turn the oven on and get to baking.  Homemade bread is easy to make and just as easy (if not more) to eat.  I prefer Whole Wheat Bread 

Coo Coo for Cookies

Sometimes I start craving cookies in a bad way.  Although there is a time and place for them, I don’t always care for the heavy, sugar loaded, buttery cookies all the time.  A couple of days ago, I spied two over-ripe bananas and a bunch 

Favorite Protein Smoothie

After a hard run or workout, nothing hits the spot like a protein smoothie.  I have played around with many recipes, but this one is my favorite and go to.  I am now stuck in a rut and make this one all.the.time.  This is great