If you are reading this blog, you already know that I have a thing for green veggies. And not just kale - broccoli, brussel sprouts, romaine lettuce...I love it all. You may, however, be surprised to know that I also have a major sweet tooth. Chocolate bars, ice cream, carrot cake, candy...I love it all. I try and keep my meals healthy throughout the day by enjoying large salads or sides of steamed veggies but no day for me is complete without a little something sweet. Lately[...]
It's currently Passover and if you follow me on Instagram, you probably know that I do celebrate it but I don't exactly "keep" it (by "it" I mean the whole eating bread/foods that rise thing). But regardless of whether I'm being observant or not, this time of year always has me feeling inspired to take the carb-notch down a few levels. Especially after I basically ate my weight in chocolate covered matzah the past 2 nights #sorrynotsorry. Right now on my macro plan, I am eating lots of carbs. Aft[...]
I have to say my meal prep game has been strong and consistent for a few years now. I've mastered the act of big batch cooking and it typically sets me up for a successful week. However, while my prep work does allow me to throw together easy meals, I still do wish I was better at making recipes. The problem with making recipes for me is that it changes my whole grocery shop and cooking routine. Right now I can mindlessly shop a grocery store getting exactly what I need for the week. But if I am shop[...]