This simple and quick recipe is perfect to whip up if you're craving something comforting after dinner or if you just want something to warm you up on those cool winter days. The flavor reminds me of the holidays and makes me want to cozy up next to a fireplace in my PJs. Ahhh...
Read MoreA couple of weeks ago, I attended a fabulous dinner party for my friend's birthday. My friend's husband and step-dad prepared an incredible 5 course Italian meal for the birthday girl and 10 of her closest friends. Prior to the party I admit that I was feeling a bit anxious. Not only did "5 course meal" sound daunting, but I suspected that a lot of dishes would contain gluten and dairy, neither of which I eat very much of. I couldn't help but notice that several hours before the meal, I was already mentally preparing myself for feeling gross afterward.
Read MoreThis creamy soup is another favorite I got from my mom. She makes it for all of our big family gatherings and it is a hit! She always has to make extra because everyone wants seconds or leftovers to enjoy all week. Perfect soup to serve at Thanksgiving.
Read MoreThis is one of my favorite soups and a Mama Chan-Norris specialty! Whenever I make the trip back to NY to visit family in the winter, this soup is waiting for me as my Welcome Home post-flight meal. It's delicious, comforting, and surely to warm you up in the cold winter months.
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I just watched this 20 minute TED Talk and thought it was phenomenal and definitely worth sharing. It's entitled "The Power of Vulnerability" by Brene Brown and is about human connection, love and belonging. Be prepared to smile because not only is Brene Brown an excellent speaker, but she's funny as well. Below I've included the video as well as some of the main takeaways from the talk. Enjoy!
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again when the days are getting shorter and the temperatures are getting cooler. If you find that during this change of seasons you typically experience depression, loss of energy, or have trouble getting out of bed in the morning, you’re not alone. Millions of people suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression most commonly experienced between October and April. SAD is more common amongst women than men and frequently affects people living in northern geographic parts of the world
Read MoreWell, I think I've just created my new favorite salad to date! Not surprisingly, it features KALE, my favorite leafy green super food. This salad is very simple and doesn't contain any fancy ingredients, and yet it is still bursting with flavor and nutrients.
Read MoreLow in sugar, gluten-free, easy to make and satisfies that need for something bread-y and carb-y without causing your insulin levels to spike off the charts or waistline to expand. It's worth noting that these are not the fluffy pancakes you're used to. They are fairly dense, but makes for a filling breakfast or snack with a higher protein and healthy fat profile than your typical pancake.
Read MoreConfession: I have a tough time resisting sweets that are sitting around the apartment. I don't know about you, but mine tend to whisper "Eat me...Eat me..." every time I walk by. This was a lot more challenging when I lived with roommates, but now that I live alone, I set myself up for success by not keeping these "trigger foods" in the apartment to begin with. But you see, I don't feel like I'm depriving myself at all. Why? Because over the years I've discovered the art of making desserts in single serving sizes that not only satisfy my post-meal craving for something sweet, but that don't make me feel disgusting afterward.
Read MoreThis technique for separating the egg yolk from the egg white is so simple and brilliant! Quite possibly one of the more useful viral videos I've seen circulating the internet :)
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