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A Simple Watermelon Cake

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I wanted to share a sweet cake that is different for this weekend’s celebration. And while some of you
are getting ready to BBQ at home, bake sweets and make some great cocktails. I want for you to try  something sweet, creative and healthy. Cuz if you don’t know by now, I’m all about mindful eating.






Don’t get me wrong I love to enjoy a little break every now and then, but the more I pay close attention to what I am consume, then the more I am sync with what my body needs. So this cake definitely helps satisfy that sweet craving and you can cut a slice and top it off with some whip cream, almonds, and raw honey. 



Ingredients needed:
1 small watermelon
1 grape fruit
2 kiwis
A handful of Blueberries
3 Strawberries 

Extras Ingredients for Serving:
Whip Cream
Sliced Almonds
Mesquite Honey 




Enjoy the 4th, practice healthy social distancing, wear your mask, wash your hands and be kind.


Raspberry Peach Fruit Smoothie Bowl

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Making a fruit smoothie is an essential way to nourish your body with vitamins and minerals. The best way to know the exact ingredients in your smoothie is to select the ingredients yourself. All you will need is a blender, fruit and a base, such as water, milk, or yogurt. You can also add a protein powder mix such as the Natures Bounty Optimal Solutions Supplement into the smoothie preparation.

In this particular video, I am working with strawberries and raspberries which contain particular antioxidants that decrease inflammation and phytonutrients that help fight disease. I am also using peaches because they provide beta carotene, potassium and vitamic C. Beta carotene helps with your vision and immune system to function properly. 



Here are the ingredients you will  need to create the smoothie from the comfort of your own home:

1 frozen banana, cut in half
1/2 cup of frozen strawberries
1/2 cup of frozen peaches
1/2 cup of low fat milk or non dairy  such as Almond non-dairy milk

Add ingredients to blender and when done you can add the following topings:
1 tablespoon of sliced almonds
3-4 slices of peaches
handful of raspberries
1 teaspoon of chia seeds 

A Simple and Delicious Watermelon Salad

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Happy Sunday! I hope you are all staying well and safe during this social distancing time and creating good home made meals for your families. Today, I want to share a simple  watermelon recipe that I read in a book. Check out the video below to see how to make it and don't forget to subscribe to the you tube channel.


Below are the ingredients you will need to prepare the salad:
1 small watermelon
1 small jalapeno, seeded and sliced
1 small bunch of spinach
2 cups of coarsely, cubed watermelow
1 medium avocado, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon of olive oil
Fresh lemon juice
Sliced almonds
Pinch of salt 

You can have the salad for lunch or eat as a side dish with your dinner.



Quarantine Sweetness

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Cooking 3 meals a day has become the new normal for most families as we are all trying to find a healthy balance with home routines. And while we are trying to keep it all together; there are times we crave a good sweet treat! So, instead of reaching for the high calorie and added sugar snack. Let's think about making a delicious nutrient dense sweet treat inspired by Elle Macpherson.  

It's time to bring out the raspberries, avocados, almond butter and more..
Wondering what you will be making.. well make sure to take notes because this sweet raspberry mousse is a spoonful for your mouth!

Ingredients needed are the following:

3 cups mashed avocado
1/4 cup coconut oil
1 tablespoon vanilla powder or extract
1/4 cup almond butter
3/4 cups pure maple syrup
1 1/2 cups raw cacao powder
1/4 cup fold filtered water
3 tablespoon chocolate protein 
Pinch of sea salt
Fresh Raspberries
and Cacao chips

Instructions on how to make this Sweet Dessert

Primero: In a food processor or blender, combine the avocado, coconut oil, and vanilla. 
Blend until smooth for about 2 minutos
Segundo: Add the almond butter, maple syrup, cacao powder filtered water, protein powder, and salt. 
Blend until nicely combined
Tercero: Get two-three bowls and add the mousse to the dish and top with raspberries
 and cacao chips as desired. 





This recipe is great for people who are looking for a dairy and gluten free dessert. And as a perk, it's low in inflammation which is great for gut health!


Labor Day Breakfast

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Labor Day weekend is quickly approaching and while we are all trying to get through the busy week; I know we're all looking forward to a relaxing weekend with breakfast in bed. So, let's send summer out in style with this delicious buckwheat and blueberry pancake breakfast recipe created by  Tina Fanilli Moraccini, Valentina and Mimi Moraccini "Piccolo Chef" in Los Angeles.

Tina and her daughters began creating delicious healthy recipes for their Piccolo Chef foundation which focuses on healthy cooking with kids. And due to their creative recipes and unique cooking styles they have join forces with the Got Milk? campaign to inspire healthy meals for younger generations, the California Milk Processor Board (CMPB), has launched a new statewide program that features recipes created by and for kids.

Although we don't have children yet, exposure to cooking at home has inspired my husband and I to cook more often at home versus eating out to restaurants, plus the kid friendly creations prepared by the Jr. Got Milk? chefs are packed with fresh fruits, vegetable and smart ingredients swaps (e.g. buckwheat instead of traditional flour).




Buckwheat and Blueberry pancake breakfast

Makes 3-4 pancakes
Ingredients:
½ cup buckwheat flour (substituted for Organic Wheat flour)
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tsps. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup milk
2 tsps. of melted butter
1 large egg
½ cup fresh blueberries
2 tbsp. ground flaxseed
2 tbsp. chia seeds (I did not include in my recipe)
1 tsp. oil (for cooking pancakes)

First: Whisk dry ingredients in a small mixing bowl: flour, sugar, baking powder


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