Ever show up to a BBQ or summer get-together & realize there’s not much you can eat? Well- that kind of comes with the turf when you’re eating differently than many others. For me- I’m keto. This means I focus on high fats, proteins, & very low carbs. What’s the best way to make sure you can actually enjoy the event like everyone else? BRING SOMETHING YOU LIKE! I always try to bring something that isn’t just for me either- because mass appeal at picnics is a big deal! This cold summer salad is perfect! Keep reading to throw it together yourself!…
Circle Dot Bites Recipe- an Easy Appetizer or Snack!
If you’re looking for an extremely easy snack or appetizer to throw together- you’ve come to the right place! I’ve been playing with a lot of recipe leftovers lately- a random orange here…a random tiny hunk of cheese there… This is a little geo food idea I came up with using crackers & some healthy items from my fridge!…
American Heart Association Healthy Fats, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook Review
I feel like this is one of those cookbooks everyone has heard of. Probably. The American Heart Association has put out lots of cookbooks over the years- this is actually the 5th edition of the American Heart Association Healthy Fats, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook as well. When it comes to what’s inside…I’m torn! Keep reading to find out why!…
Lightened Up Hearty Lasagna Recipe Made More Healthy with Turkey & Zucchini!
Want a warm, cozy meal that won’t break your healthy lifestyle? I have had a very long mission to find the perfect lasagna that isn’t so heavy but still tastes rich. Lasagna is so tasty but also has a delicate balance- & I think this is the best one yet! Plus it is super easy to put together & perfect for busy families! …
Trim Healthy Mama Cookbook- This is a BIG One!
I’ve been on a cookbook kick. Lately on the weekends I’ve been forcing myself to take a little bit of me-time & maybe have a cup of tea with a great read. Recently I got the check out the brand new Trim Healthy Mama Cookbook which is packed with tons of tips, recipes, & ideas for living a healthy life. This is their followup to the first book, Trim Healthy Mama. Keep reading to see what I thought!…
Easy Creamy Dill Greek Yogurt Dip Healthy Recipe
If you take a peek in a my fridge you’ll almost always find Greek yogurt. Yogurt makes it way into a ton of my recipes because it has a nice, long refrigerator life, it is good for our dogs, & it can be used in both savory & sweet recipes. Usually I buy both a large container & single serving cups (my favorites are from Chobani!) for variety. When I use my single cups I often just make dips inside the container- perfect for less dishes & less hassle! Keep reading to see my recipe for this dill & lemon Greek-influenced dip that is a favorite!…
Simply Ancient Grains Cookbook by Maria Speck
If you’ve seen my cookbook review of Bowl + Spoon or My New Roots then you know I’m seriously into healthy eating & research. My newest grain-related cookbook is Simply Ancient Grains by Maria Speck & it is a real find. If healthy eating & balanced meals are on your mind then keep reading to find out more!…
Food, Home, & Lifestyle Favorites including Gummy Bears, Pajamas, & More!
Today is a seriously gorgeous day but we’ve been inside packing. We’re prepping our move little by little & I can’t believe we’ll be living in Vegas again in a month! We’re so excited but it has definitely been tons of work. While cleaning up I picked up a bunch of items I’ve been keeping on hand throughout the house & thought it was definitely time to share some favorites including my absolute favorite pjs, some recipes here on Home in High Heels, tons of snacks, & even my new business! Keep reading to check it out!…
Skinny Flourless 2 Ingredient Banana Pancakes
Growing up I just wasn’t a breakfast person. In fact, neither was my husband. Flash forward to present day & we still aren’t great at eating breakfast daily. Ryan doesn’t try at all & I often forget. The big difference is on the weekends- sometimes we crave it! We started out as newlyweds with canned biscuits & years later have graduated to some simple breakfast recipes that we can make with ingredients on hand. This healthy version of pancakes is a huge hit in our house- check out the recipe & how to change it up below!…
DIY One-Ingredient Corn Butter Recipe Perfect for Summer!
We’re definitely a corn family- big time. Even though it is just the two of us at home we tend to buy corn in bulk during the summer. We sit down together & shuck for what feels like ages & every time it is worth it. We have a deep freezer I keep stocked with it & it seems like we never grow tired of it. This corn “butter” is something I tried recently that Ryan & I both really liked so I thought I’d share it with you today!…
Healthy Breakfast with Asiago Cheese & Black Olive Scrambled Eggs
Are you a victim of “Breakfast Repetition” each morning? I go on & off all the time- there have been months where I ate the same thing every morning…& then a week or so of something different every day. Clearly I am a bit finicky & fickle when it comes to breakfast. I thought it would be fun to share one of my favorite breakfasts that I make in a hurry- these oh so tasty Asiago Cheese & Black Olive Scrambled Eggs!
- 2 large eggs
- 2-3 tablespoons Asiago cheese
- 2-4 tablespoons milk
- 4 black olives, sliced
- salt & pepper to taste
- Beat eggs in a bowl until whisked well.
- Add in the milk to make eggs a bit fluffier.
- Add sliced olives & pour into pan set to medium heat.
- Add cheese & combine.
- Break up & scramble eggs.
- Finish with salt, pepper, & a but of parsley if desired. Eat nice & hot- also great on toast!
What are your favorite quick breakfast ideas? What are your go-to recipes to use up extra eggs? Any other quick ideas you’d like to see?
Peach & Maple Breakfast Bowl Recipe with Nature Valley Toasted Oats Muesli
Have you noticed breakfast bowls are all the rage right now? Everything from smoothie bowls to yogurt bowls are making the rounds- & I want to share with you what I’ve been eating this week! Nature Valley just released their own muesli & I’ve been trying it lots of different ways- all of them very tasty! My favorite so far is using them in place of granola or cereal- keep reading to see my favorite combination of the week & to get a coupon so you can try it too!
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A Healthy Read with My New Roots by Sarah Britton
If you’re looking to fill your body & mind with real, beautiful food then hopefully you’ve checked out Sarah Britton’s new cookbook My New Roots. She is a holistic nutritionist, writer, and photographer behind the popular healthy foods blog MyNewRoots.org, winner of a 2014 Saveur “Best Food Blog” award. Sarah has been featured in O, the Oprah Magazine, Bon Appétit, and Whole Living and has spoken at TedTalks. Basically shes a #girlboss. If you love gorgeous, healthy food then you’ll want to keep reading!…
Street Vegan Cookbook is Completely Unique
Let me start with- I’m definitely not vegan. Or vegetarian. Or even always very healthy. I then married a Texan who is seriously into all things with a face. terrible way of putting it, I know, but seriously true. So why am I even talking about Street Vegan by Adam Sobel? Because I am really into creative food & vegan recipes definitely have that going for them! Keep reading to find out if this is what I was looking for!
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Cassey Ho’s Much Anticipated Hot Body Year Round Blogilates Book
If there was one book I was most excited about being released so far this year…it would have to be this one! I’ve been watching Cassey Ho on youtube & blog for years on her channel Blogilates.com & honestly am inspired. Cassey Ho’s Hot Body Year-Round: The POP Pilates Plan to Get Slim, Eat Clean, and Live Happy Through Every Season is the full title & it actually released on my 26th birthday, April 7th, 2015. Normally I don’t remember book release dates but this year was kind of a turning point for me. While normal people (I use that phrase oh-so-loosely) tend to stress when they turn 30, 35, 40, 45, etc. it is a running joke that my mom & I tend to stress more at 31, 36, 41, 46, etc. So this was perfect timing for an inspirational book about healthy living!…
The No More Excuses Diet is so Much More
The No More Excuses Diet: 3 Days to Bust Any Excuse, 3 Weeks to Easy New Eating Habits, 3 Months to Total Transformation by Maria Kang is a seriously long title but an effective way of thinking! So why should you pick up a copy of your own? Do you really need another self-help book? The easy answer is yes- keep reading to find out why!
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