Simple Sweet Potato Hash

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR4sJ7YaQJbHIsj_kO5n5mTgtUIHokomaOjgtWONiICOjZj2rqkuuyk9TEr0ZHMm71MfIn-dBc24fJ2vfoB6vad40-rhzKd8keuQph4Ppp80DzggqW7Mv_XQlUNe6kOuKhG2aBXlFCF8mp/s1600/CCBAB308_Jerk-Pork-Belly-and-Sweet-Potato-Hash-topped-with-Fried-Egg-recipe_s4x3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR4sJ7YaQJbHIsj_kO5n5mTgtUIHokomaOjgtWONiICOjZj2rqkuuyk9TEr0ZHMm71MfIn-dBc24fJ2vfoB6vad40-rhzKd8keuQph4Ppp80DzggqW7Mv_XQlUNe6kOuKhG2aBXlFCF8mp/s1600/CCBAB308_Jerk-Pork-Belly-and-Sweet-Potato-Hash-topped-with-Fried-Egg-recipe_s4x3.jpg" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> <br /> <b>Ingredients:</b><br /> <br /> Tiny Splash of Olive, Coconut or Avocado Oil<br /> 3 Medium Sweet potatoes<br /> 6 fresh large eggs<br /> sea salt & pepper to taste<br /> garlic (optional)<br /> fresh parsley for garnish<br /> <br /> <br /> <b>Method:</b><br /> <br /> Use 3 medium sweet potatoes, diced into even 1 inch cubes.<br /> In a large skillet heat over medium/high heat, add a splask of the olive oil.<br /> Add in the potatoes and toss it around the oil for about 15-20 minutes or until they are cooked and a little crispy. Season it with salt and pepper to taste, add in your garlic.<br /> Carefully break eggs on top of the potatoes.<br /> Lower heat to medium/low.<br /> Cover pan & cook eggs to your desired doneness. It will take about 6 minutes.<br /> Sprinkle with fresh parsley.<br /> <br /> Are you ready to start your health and fitness journey? Make 2017 epic. <a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" target="_blank">Email </a>me if you want to know more!

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Simple Sweet Potato Hash

Ingredients: Tiny Splash of Olive, Coconut or Avocado Oil 3 Medium Sweet potatoes 6 fresh large eggs sea salt & pepper to tas...

Clean Eating Red Velvet Cupcakes

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSIO6ssPWpvryRbXT2lqdaknG9-tVXCLZKBupE4lOCrK-Rj5tpJoof5h9CQS146BVx8AfTMEAslWXm9dIsHFICZVxbJOusAL56TvJYGcQFx34W4o9JwGyyQv3OwuarrFluh4zsxnuTZGtv/s1600/Untitled+design.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSIO6ssPWpvryRbXT2lqdaknG9-tVXCLZKBupE4lOCrK-Rj5tpJoof5h9CQS146BVx8AfTMEAslWXm9dIsHFICZVxbJOusAL56TvJYGcQFx34W4o9JwGyyQv3OwuarrFluh4zsxnuTZGtv/s1600/Untitled+design.jpg" /></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Happy first day of the love month! Valentine's Day is just around the corner. This is the month where there are so much tempting sweets you would love to indulge. You don't have to suffer - you can give in into the temptation with this recipe I am going to share with you!</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This may sound crazy but Red Velvet cupcakes can be healthy and delicious even if they are made of healthy ingredients and not the usual ingredients these treats contain! I hope you enjoy this ready :)</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What you need:</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For the cupcake - </span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 1/4 cups whole wheat pastry flour</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/4 cup Sucanat, finely ground (or sub Stevia)</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3 tbsp raw cocoa powder</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tsp baking powder</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/4 tsp coarse sea salt</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 cup beets, steamed and cooled</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2 tbsp raw honey</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/3 cup coconut butter</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 whole egg</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2 egg whites</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">10 drops natural red food coloring liquid</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 cup Greek yogurt + 1 tbsp lemon juice (combine and set aside to curdle)</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tsp natural chocolate extract</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Nonstick cooking spray</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For the frosting - </span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Cream Cheese Frosting –</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tbsp light coconut cream</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2/3 cup cream cheese</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tsp natural vanilla extract</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/4 tsp vanilla-flavored liquid stevia</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tbsp raw honey</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Seeds of 1 vanilla bean (optional)</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The recipes may look so MANY but don't worry, whipping it all up is a easy!</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What you need to do:</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <br /> <ul> <li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">To make coconut cream, you must refrigerate the coconut milk overnight, then scoop cream off the top when separated. (It's like a fun science experiment!)</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Preheat oven to 350 FF. Spray a muffin trays with nonstick cooking spray. You may use mini muffin trays, they look soooo cute!</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Then combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl and set aside. (easy right?)</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take your beets and all wet ingredients in a food processor till it's smooth and pureed!</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Combine wet and dry mixtures. Fold gently to combine. As much as possible do not over fold (or over mix) so it will come out fluffy and not so heavy.</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Spoon batter into muffin cups (or mini muffin cups!) and bake up to 20 - 30 minutes or you can test it using a toothpick, prick it in the middle and if it comes out clean, it is good to go. If you are using those mini muffin cups then lessen the time to 15-20 minutes as they are smaller and bakes faster.</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">While cupcakes cool, combine frosting ingredients and spoon into a piping bag. Refrigerate until cupcakes are ready to frost.</span></li> <li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Once cool, frost cupcakes and serve the same day they are baked. </span></li> </ul> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">That's it, so easy to make. You can give them on Valentine's day to your friends or loved ones! Also a great way to surprise them, delicious but very, very healthy! ;)</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are looking to live a healthier life with nutritional whole foods, regular exercise, and want to approach life with a positive outlook, <a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com">contact me</a>! I’d love to help support you on your journey and connect with you on improving your life and reaching your health and wellness goal!</span></div> <br /> <br /> <br />

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Clean Eating Red Velvet Cupcakes

Happy first day of the love month! Valentine's Day is just around the corner. This is the month where there are so much tempting ...

Spicy Roasted Almonds

<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgon9rI5DmJCi_t4JOArPfAgd80O4DcS891RandSGLJIu2vHP4U6JTduSDg0jls8uDfpmZJxuEq5M37gqG_ErQ5Din8eFWjTnJJqAedjaOH9F3HsbeHROCUydtkAdvy8o_2skDQXjtPCNxL/s1600/nuts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgon9rI5DmJCi_t4JOArPfAgd80O4DcS891RandSGLJIu2vHP4U6JTduSDg0jls8uDfpmZJxuEq5M37gqG_ErQ5Din8eFWjTnJJqAedjaOH9F3HsbeHROCUydtkAdvy8o_2skDQXjtPCNxL/s1600/nuts.jpg" /></a></div> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Have you ever noticed that almonds play a big role in the clean eating lifestyle? Almonds are rich in vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and a significant source of protein and fiber while being naturally low in sugar!! Great right?</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Often times we use almonds in desserts, some savory dishes but when you don't feel like cooking at all, you can turn this super food into a snack as well! </span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This clean eating recipe is simple yet I added some kick to make it not so boring. This spicy roasted almond is something most adults will enjoy (especially if you love spicy foods!) and you might also want to consider doubling the recipe so you can share with a friend of two. </span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What you need:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 cup raw almonds</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 1/2 tsp. olive oil</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tsp. garlic powder</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 tsp. paprika</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/2 tsp. cayenne </span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/2 tsp. cinnamon</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1/4 tsp. salt to taste</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What you need to do:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First, preheat oven to 325 F.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Add all ingredients in a bowl, stir making sure the almonds are coated well.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In a baking dish lined with parchment paper, spread the nuts then bake to 15-20 minutes until golden brown. In between baking, stir the nuts.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Be sure to keep your eye on the nuts as nearing the end time they tend to burn that easily! So a tip is keeping an alarm at around the 10 minute mark! :) </span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Enjoy. </span><br /> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14.6667px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are looking to live a healthier life with nutritional whole foods, regular exercise, and want to approach life with a positive outlook, </span><a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #4a9cb8; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; transition: all 0.2s ease-in-out 0s;"><span style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1155cc; font-size: 14.6667px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">contact me</span></a><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14.6667px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">! I’d love to help support you on your journey and connect with you on improving your life and reaching your health and wellness goal!</span></span><br /> <span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.375px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></span>

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Spicy Roasted Almonds

Have you ever noticed that almonds play a big role in the clean eating lifestyle? Almonds are rich in vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, p...

Egg and Tomato Salad

<br /> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Love egg salads but not the mayo that comes with it? This clean eating recipe will surely be the right fit for you! It's packed with the right flavors minus the mayo.</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This clean eating, healthy recipe is very simple, easy to put together salad that quickly comes together and surely you will love it.</span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo5wkdPorWxq2ilur8MoZuH938a4oo3fE3BFezsQSVUTEqI2dHwj7RI5SAtqniGxibFhojJyVKArnsF37jT11Hqlx5Ii-6EWY9EZ4wxDwXXV0aUfGUbfd2uXCgImPHNAWKqRZkn1-7sL15/s1600/2+hard+boiled+eggs%252C+chopped2+roma+tomatoes%252C+chopped1+tbsp.+balsamic+vinegar+%2528or+to+taste%2529Salt+to+tasteChopped+fresh+basil+to+taste.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo5wkdPorWxq2ilur8MoZuH938a4oo3fE3BFezsQSVUTEqI2dHwj7RI5SAtqniGxibFhojJyVKArnsF37jT11Hqlx5Ii-6EWY9EZ4wxDwXXV0aUfGUbfd2uXCgImPHNAWKqRZkn1-7sL15/s320/2+hard+boiled+eggs%252C+chopped2+roma+tomatoes%252C+chopped1+tbsp.+balsamic+vinegar+%2528or+to+taste%2529Salt+to+tasteChopped+fresh+basil+to+taste.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What you need:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 hard boiled eggs, chopped</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 tomatoes, chopped</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tbsp. of balsamic vinegar  (or to taste!)</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Salt to taste</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Chopped fresh basil to taste</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What to do:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Just prep the ingredients.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Toss it together and then serve! :)</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All in just under 10 minutes!</span><br /> <br /> <br /> <div style="text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14.6667px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are looking to live a healthier life with nutritional whole foods, regular exercise, and want to approach life with a positive outlook, </span><a href="mailto:afitnurse@gmail.com" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #4a9cb8; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; transition: all 0.2s ease-in-out 0s;"><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #1155cc; font-size: 14.6667px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: underline; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">contact me</span></a><span style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14.6667px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0px; outline: none 0px; padding: 0px; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">! I’d love to help support you on your journey and connect with you on improving your life and reaching your health and wellness goals.</span></span></div> <br /> <br />

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Egg and Tomato Salad

Love egg salads but not the mayo that comes with it? This clean eating recipe will surely be the right fit for you! It's packed with t...

A Scrumptious Healthy Pesto Recipe

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtetGnsF3MQ48hzWCrG6R5RUb8m7p-CUoPgfRjls4DX27M75JAYh1iX8bNGkcHzSL10vYtncQEX4gpMzOlvbysTnUFwvN5omLPLUk6ukGvmRpksdjrJBo7Dtej5GRp95-DfMqNtYeHPDjZ/s1600/pesto.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Healthy pesto pasta with a scooping utensil." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtetGnsF3MQ48hzWCrG6R5RUb8m7p-CUoPgfRjls4DX27M75JAYh1iX8bNGkcHzSL10vYtncQEX4gpMzOlvbysTnUFwvN5omLPLUk6ukGvmRpksdjrJBo7Dtej5GRp95-DfMqNtYeHPDjZ/s1600/pesto.png" title="A Scrumptious Healthy Pesto Recipe" /></a></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Who doesn’t love some healthy pesto pizazz in their life? Healthy pesto meals are the perfect way to transition into summer. Besides that it is super scrumptious, pesto is easy to make! You can make a big batch and then freeze the extras for another meal or two. </span></span></div> <b id="docs-internal-guid-16cc5405-b90b-cbfd-cf11-5dbc54e7bfab" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Healthy Pesto</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 cups packed fresh basil leaves</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">¼ cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts or cashews or almonds (so many options!)</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">¼ cup grated parmesan cheese</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 garlic cloves</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">½ teaspoon salt</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">½ teaspoon ground pepper</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Put all the dry ingredients in a food processor, and then pulse a few times. Add the oil and then process until the pesto is smooth, or to the consistency you desire. Taste it just to make sure, you can add extra of any of the ingredients to make it taste just right.</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So, what do you eat healthy pesto with? I think the better question is what </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">you eat pesto with. ;)</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here are my favorite ways to enjoy healthy pesto:</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Sandwiches</b></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Healthy pesto is a healthy alternative to mayo. Just spread the pesto on the bread or wrap, and add all your favorite sandwich ingredients. Try a whole wheat wrap with pesto, turkey, spinach leaves, and tomato for a really tasty lunch!</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Pastas</b></span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Instead of a heavy white sauce, use pesto with your pasta. Healthy pesto tastes delicious when paired with </span><a href="http://www.afitnurse.com/2014/12/pasta-alternatives-for-delicious.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">pasta alternatives</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, too. Pair the pesto pasta with a </span><a href="http://www.afitnurse.com/2014/08/red-cabbage-blueberry-and-chickpea.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">red cabbage, blueberry, and chickpea salad with tahini maple dressing</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, and you’ve got yourself a meal fit for the patio.  </span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Chicken</b></span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Brush the healthy pesto over raw chicken breasts, and then bake the chicken as usual. Sprinkle some fresh parmesan cheese over the pesto chicken breasts for the last 3 minutes of baking. This is a great dish to serve with grilled veggies and a glass of white wine, or grape juice for the kids.</span></span></div> <b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Pizza</b></span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You can make low-calorie pesto pizzas pretty easily. Grab some mini whole wheat tortillas and spread pesto on them. Put some fresh slices of tomato and grated parmesan cheese over the pesto and bake until the tortillas are crispy and the cheese is melted. Kids love helping out with these pizzas, so it’s a great family activity.</span></span></div> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What are your favorite ways to incorporate healthy pesto into your meals? I’d love to hear them! Write a comment below, or post to </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Afitnurse" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">my Facebook page</span></a><span style="font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> with your ideas!  </span></span>

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A Scrumptious Healthy Pesto Recipe

Who doesn’t love some healthy pesto pizazz in their life? Healthy pesto meals are the perfect way to transition into summer. Besides th...

Quick Soup Recipes for Clean Eating

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margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666;">2 Tbsp coconut oil</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666;">2 medium onions, chopped</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666;">1 small head of broccoli, roughly chopped</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666;">1 small head of cauliflower, roughly chopped</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 2pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="color: #666666;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">4 cloves garlic, minced</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">4 cups vegetable stock</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 11pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="color: #666666;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 tsp cumin powder</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 lemon, juiced</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">salt and pepper to taste</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 11pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666;">Directions:</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 11pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666;">Heat coconut oil in a big pot. Add chopped onion and cook on low heat until soft. Add garlic and cumin powder, sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add vegetable stock and cauliflower and broccoli. and bring to boil. Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes until vegetables are soft. Remove from heat, let cool, then purée in blender. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice.</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"> <span style="color: #666666;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Quick Soup 3: Spectacular Southwestern Chicken Overnight Soup </span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="color: #666666;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ingredients:</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 tsp chili powder</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 (15 oz) can pinto beans</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 (15 oz) can black beans</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 (16 oz) bag thawed corn</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 (12 oz) jar salsa</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Avocado to taste</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pepper</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Lime juice</span></span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1; margin-bottom: 20pt; margin-top: 4pt;"> <span style="color: #666666;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Directions: </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Put the chicken breasts on the bottom of the crock pot then sprinkle chili powder over chicken. Pour tomatoes, salsa, beans and corn over the chicken breasts. Cook on low 5-7 hours or until chicken easily falls apart. I like to serve with fresh chunks of avocado, a dash of pepper and lime juice over the top, delicious!</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Remember, you can add your own twists to any of these quick soups. Think of an ingredient you really love or something you think would complement the soup and try adding it! </span></span></div> <span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">P.S. These quick soup recipes are all clean eating approved :)</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br class="kix-line-break" /></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Next time you are meal planning, think about the ease of a quick soup and add it to your list. It’s a great way to stay healthy, save some time and experiment with flavors!</span></span>

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Quick Soup Recipes for Clean Eating

There’s nothing better than a quick soup for a great meal. I love making a big batch of soup so I have extras for future lunches. The awe...