Here is the easiest way to make a Blueberry Crisp. I make this when I don’t know what to make for breakfast but I want it done in under 10 minutes! I am mainly showing you this recipe because I was having a conversation with a patient who said, “You just can’t eat “fun” food at home without being an amazing cook!” I disagreed and told her about this Berry Crisp. 2 disclaimers- yes there is sugar in it, and yes it uses the microwave. If you have a nice mix of berries you do not need to add any sugar to the berries. I think you can get away with not having any sugar in the “topping” as well but I would say the majority of Crisp eaters would prefer just a little bit. As for “Chef Mic” you can bake it at 350F for 35 minutes if your prefer. It does taste a little nicer because the topping becomes nice and crispy but it is perfectly delicious when zapped. The best part about Crisp is that you can add spices, nuts, seeds, coconut, dried fruit, bird seed, anything you want! Enjoy! ~Think...
Happy Spring! Spring is here, flowers are blooming and the world just feels brighter! It’s a time of growth and renewal. As the days grow longer, our bodies adjust to the seasonal change and you may notice that you are waking earlier. This is a great time to take advantage of it and incorporate a new morning habit. Amazing changes can happen with even the smallest effort – as long as it is regular. Start with something really simple and do it regularly. Keep a journal or checklist to keep yourself on track. Here are a few simple ‘under-five-minute’ ideas to inspire you. Pick one, try it everyday for two weeks and let me know how it goes! Two minutes of meditation when you first wake up One veggie juice daily (use a juicer) Jot down three things you are grateful for every day Drink a large glass of water every morning Five push ups Read two pages of a good book Write down two positive intentions for the day Ten jumping jacks Give/receive at least one hug Smile or say hello to a new person Floss Quick call to a friend or relative Park in the farthest spot and walk a little further Write down three good things that happened in the...
Here is a little video I made introducing the concepts of Qi Gong. It is 16 minutes long and covers some of the ideas that are important in Qi Gong practice and can really help you understand why the practice makes you feel so...
chocolate-raspberry chia pudding A friend sent a recipe this morning that inspired me to make this. I have modified the original recipe slightly to make it simpler and even more healthy! Chia seeds are excellent for making pudding as it provides a natural thickness and tapioca-like texture. Chia seeds have many health benefits which make them an excellent choice as an ingredient for healthy cooking. They are high in omega 3 fatty acids and contain ample amounts of fiber, calcium, protein and antioxidants. This sugar-free, flour-free dessert is so delicious you won’t notice it’s healthy! Indulge! Ingredients: 3/4 cup milk (cow, goat, almond, hemp, coconut, rice, or water works fine) 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teaspoons of cocoa powder 3.5 tablespoons chia seeds 1/2 cup raspberries Instructions: Place the milk, vanilla, cocoa and chia seeds into a bowl. Whisk or blend it with a hand-held blender just until the cocoa blends into the mixture (don’t over blend it) Let it sit on the counter for 15 minutes as the pudding begins to thicken then transfer it to the fridge to chill for one hour. Remove from fridge, stir the raspberries into the pudding and add some on top as garnish. Enjoy! Number of servings: 1 (unless you really feel like sharing!) ~Think...
How to peel ginger quickly I’m thinking this might make it fun to use ginger more! Fun for me anyway…