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Did you know that eating spicy foods can help prevent overeating? Adding a bit of extra spice may also help boost your metabolism.
This Mexican Chicken Casserole is great for so many reasons. It’s easy to make, you can cut carbs by not using giant flour tortillas, it tastes great, and you can add spice to taste.
Some people like to use this recipe with beef but I find ground chicken just adds so much more flavor. Continue reading
I love chips but potato chips lack nutritional value, are oily, and are generally empty calories. They also have a ton of salt which isn’t very healthy either. There are a lot of different veggie chips. Most people go for kale chips but to me nothing is better than beet chips. Give them a shot at least once! After the first taste they’ll be your go-to veggie chips.
Ingredients
2 large beets, thinly sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp paprika
3 cloves garlic
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp milk
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp horseradish
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp celery salt Continue reading
You can buy fudge pops at the grocery store and they’re fairly low in calories compared to other ice cream but the flavor is always a bit bland compared to making it from home. By using Greek yogurt you also get the extra benefit of these being a protein filled treat! The added protein makes them more nutritious and filling.
Ingredients
1 1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup Greek yogurt (0% or 2% work best)
Dash of salt
Directions
Heat milk, cocoa, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk the mixture while bringing it to a simmer for around 5 minutes. The cocoa should be fully combined. Continue reading
