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Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

Peanut butter and jelly are one of those flavor combinations that is never a bad idea! I love them together so much I ate PB&J sandwiches for lunch every day for years growing up. There’s no reason such a classic pairing should be limited to the confines of a brown paper bag. Here they move into the morning sunshine to dress up a hearty and heart-healthy serving of overnight oats. Once I posted this on my Instagram it quickly became a breakfast staple for my whole family not only because it is so tasty, but also because it’s so easy to make. In fact, you may even have all of the ingredients on hand, so why not put it together tonight? I promise you’ll have something delicious to wake up to in the morning. Enjoy! Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats Ingredients: serves 1 1/3 cup Old- Fashioned Rolled Oatmeal 2/3 cup Cashew or Almond Milk 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds 1 Tbsp Raisins Pinch of cinnamon Toppings: 1 heaping tsp Peanut Butter 1 heaping …

Hearty Spanish White Bean and Vegetable Stew

Published by Jacqueline King

This hearty, spicy dish is inspired by a traditional Spanish stew called Fabada. It has all of the warm, comforting flavors of the original, but with an extra helping of veggies and plant-based meaty goodness in place of pork sausage and bacon. This recipe is perfect… comfort food on a cold winter’s night. to feed a group without breaking the bank. to serve to people who think a meal is not complete without meat. This will change their minds! when you want a filling, replenishing meal after a workout. Nutritional Highlights: The beans, soyrizo, and seitan bacon make this a very protein rich dish with all of the essential amino acids. Studies have shown that plant protein can be more filling and satiating than meat sources. One teaspoon of paprika has 37 percent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A which can help protect your eyes bright and your skin clear. Beans are considered heart healthy because they contain an abundance of soluble fiber, which can lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels when you make …

6 Easy Veggie Swaps to Cut Calories and Boost Nutrition

10 Easy Veggie Swaps to Cut Calories and Boost Nutrition

Published by Jacqueline King

We know by now that eating a diet rich in vegetables is good for our health, our mood and even our looks. Here’s a list of the veggie swaps you can make to get more of them into your meals while lightening up on calories. If you’re worried about feeling deprived, don’t. Because they’re so nutritionally dense, you may actually fuller with the veggie versions! 1. Instead of Flour Tortillas use Collard Greens- Swap out the refined flour for a crunchy collard greens next time you make a wrap and save over 100 calories while getting the anti-inflammatory benefits of vitamin K and omega-3 fatty acids. How-to: Cut off the thick stem and carefully slice the rib so that it is flush to the leaf. That way it won’t break when you roll it up. Remember to always cut with the knife cutting away from your hand to avoid accidents. Add your filling in the center of the leaf, perpendicular to the stem, then fold in the sides and roll it up like a burrito. Try a …

Your New Favorite Weeknight Dinner- Veggie Tempeh Bolognese

Published by Jacqueline King

My aunt recently told me she had tried to make tempeh, but thought it tasted like cardboard. I had to agree with her, on its own it can be pretty bland. However, when prepared the right way it can be a savory, hearty, protein filled base for a delicious meal. She was skeptical, but willing to try a dish that might redeem it for her, so I shared this Veggie Tempeh Bolognese recipe that is one of my weeknight favorites. Later that night she messaged an adorable picture of her toddler gobbling it up with spaghetti and my uncle with an empty bowl and a big smile on his face. Now, he is not what you would call an adventurous eater, so a little white lie was in order. She let him think it was a turkey Bolognese until after he had cleaned his plate. Now it is one of their favorite easy dinner recipes and hopefully it will be one of yours too. This recipe is perfect… When you want a quick, filling, delicious …

Merry Mulled Wine – It’s a Holiday Party in a Glass!

Published by Jacqueline King

Mulled wine is my favorite drink to serve around the holidays. I love the way the smell hits you right when you walk in the door. It reminds me of a winter I spent in England where at every household I was greeted with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie throughout the whole of December. This is perfect… for parties. You can make a few batches and let people serve themselves. When you want the whole house to smell like the holidays. when you want a warm and delicious drink on a cold winters night. to drink while tree trimming, decorating or baking cookies with friends. Merry Mulled Wine Ingredients: 12 Glasses 3 tangerines 1 medium Lemon 3/4 cup Agave Syrup 1 Cinnamon stick + more for garnish 1 tsp ground Cinnamon 3 fresh Bay Leaves 1 whole Nutmeg 6 whole Cloves 1 whole Vanilla Bean, halved 2 bottles of Chianti, or other medium bodied red wine 2 star anise 1. Peel the tangerines and lemon using a vegetable peeler and add …

The Perfect Vegetarian Main Dish for The Holidays- Stuffed Maple Glazed Acorn Squash

Feel Good Thanksgiving Roundup- Recipes for an Easy, Healthy and Delicious Holiday

Published by Jacqueline King

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and of course good food! Here is a roundup of our favorite fall dishes that are full of flavor, but simple enough to keep the holiday stress-free…at least in the kitchen. I can’t make promises about where the conversation at the post-election dinner table will go, but I can promise at the very least, everyone can have a happy belly. Now that’s something to be grateful for. A festive aperitif- The Big Sur Spritz is just right for the season. A little sparkling wine with a splash of persimmon juice, a sprinkling of fresh pomegranate seeds and a sprig of lavender or thyme is a lovely way to start off the meal. For a hearty and beautiful meat-free main dish try Stuffed Maple Glazed Acorn Squash with Dried Cranberries and Pecans. Serve it with a delicious, velvety Spiced Sweet Potato Puree than you can whip up in a blender or food processor. and some quick cooking Greens Agrodolce with Marcona Almonds and Crispy Fried Shallots. A little Roasted Curry …

Roasted Spiced Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Plump Raisins

Roasted Cauliflower with Plump Raisins and Toasted Pine Nuts

Published by Jacqueline King

Cauliflower is a vegetable that is easy to overlook. It may conjure up memories of piles of steamed, formerly frozen vegetables that you were forced to eat as a kid in order to “earn” your dessert. Well, this roasted cauliflower side will change all that! Roasting at a high temperature saves cauliflower from a potentially dull and lifeless fate and transforms it into a crispy, savory, nutty treat. Paired here with plump, sweet raisins and earthy pine nuts, it’s a dish that will leave you craving more. No one has ever called a cauliflower dish sexy… but if they did, they’d be talking about this one. Enjoy! Roasted Cauliflower with Plump Raisins and Toasted Pine Nuts Ingredients: 4 Servings 1/4 cup Raisins 3 Tbsp Olive Oil 4 cloves Garlic, roughly chopped 1/2 tsp curry powder 1/4 tsp Sea Salt 1/8 tsp Black Pepper 1 Tbsp Fresh Cilantro, plus more for garnish, chopped 1 large head Cauliflower (about 2 lbs), cut into florets 1 1/2 Tbsp Pine Nuts Directions: Preheat Oven to 450* Bring an inch …

Fig and Almond Butter Mousse Pie with Sesame-Oat Crust

Fall Fruit and Almond Butter Mousse Pie with Sesame-Oat Cookie Crust

Published by Jacqueline King

This luscious Almond Butter Mousse Pie is made with simple ingredients and is the perfect way to showcase fresh fall fruit. The base is a delicious savory crust flavored with sesame seeds and fragrant rosemary. The rich and creamy filling is made with almond butter, coconut cream, maple syrup and a touch of plain yogurt to balance the sweetness. It’s all topped off with your favorite seasonal fruit. I’ve made it using plums, figs, and persimmons and each was wonderful. This recipe is perfect… for Thanksgiving or any dinner party. You can bake the crust and make the mousse ahead of time and assemble it on the day. to feed a crowd. The filling is very rich and satisfying so a small slice per person will do. when you want a decadent tasting dessert, but want to use wholesome ingredients that also happen to be vegan. When you want to serve a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious. Nutritional Highlights: Any raw fruit you choose will be rich in vitamins, minerals and …

Iron Rich Red Velvet Smoothie

Published by Jacqueline King

I don’t know about you, but I think Red Velvet is one of the best sweet treat flavors around. Unfortunately cupcakes don’t make the best breakfast food, so here’s a delicious, iron-rich, energizing smoothie that is great in the morning or anytime you need a red velvety boost. This Recipe is Perfect… to satisfy your chocolate or sweet tooth cravings in a nutritious way as an energizing and filling breakfast smoothie as a way to refuel post workout when you need an antioxidant filled energy boost mid-afternoon as a way to sneak veggies in for a picky eater For people with diet related anemia Nutrition Highlights: Cacao powder, Spinach, Beets, Gogi Berries, Chia and Dates are good sources of Iron which is important for your exercise and work performance and immune function. The fats in avocado will help your body absorb the fat soluble vitamins in this smoothie like vitamins A and E and keep you feeling full and satisfied longer. Dried fruits and avocados are full of fiber which can help slow your body’s breakdown of …

Delicious, Nutritious and Easy Fall Garden Pasta

Published by Jacqueline King

Today is world vegetarian day, so I thought it would be a great day to share one of my easy go-to vegetarian/vegan main dishes. It’s super flavorful and nutritious thanks to the variety of veggies included. It’s a really versatile and forgiving recipe so you can change it up and make it your own each time based on what looks fresh at the market or what you have in the fridge. In place of the kale and chard you can substitute other greens, such as spinach or collard or add other vegetables such as broccoli or mushrooms in place of the cauliflower. I like to use Muir Glen organic tomato paste and organic diced tomatoes with basil and garlic for this recipe. This is the kind of main dish you can serve to a meat eater and they won’t even notice that it’s completely meat and dairy free. The nuts add a little protein and great texture and the sun-dried tomatoes add umami goodness. Together with the pasta it makes for a meal that is filling …