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Beef Mushroom Quinoa Chili

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I put a spin on classic Texas beef chili by adding mushrooms and quinoa. Beef Mushroom Quinoa Chili (gasp), what?! Sit down if you need to, let that sink in. It may be a little unconventional but, darn, if it isn’t just as spicy, satisfying and downright delicious as old-school chili. I think if hard-pressed, even strict chili enthusiasts would have to agree.   Beef Mushroom Quinoa Chili

So why did I put mushrooms and quinoa in classic Texas-style beef chili, you ask? I’ll admit, first was out of practical necessity – I *thought* I had a little more ground beef in the freezer than I actually did. I figured adding mushrooms (which everyone knows pair well with beef) and quinoa (which has a similar texture of ground beef) would help me stretch the recipe — which it did indeed! But there are other benefits too! Read on to get the recipe and learn all the benefits of this beef chili with mushrooms and quinoa. Continue reading →

Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter Quinoa Oat Bake | Gluten-free, Lower Carb

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‘Tis pumpkin season my friends, fal-la-la-la, it’s almost FALL! Starbucks may take credit for the insanely popular pumpkin spice craze, but I say it all happened back in Mrs. Jenkin’s 5th grade (circa early 70s) class when we made pumpkin muffins for a Thanksgiving feast. I fell instantly in love with the taste of pumpkin paired with the cinnamon, clove and nutmeg spice trifecta – and started making pumpkin spice “everything” henceforth! Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter Quinoa Oat Bake is a healthy, hearty breakfast that can be made ahead for busy mornings or entertaining. Great for meal prep. Lots of fiber protein and gluten free. Freezes well for quick breakfasts.

Today, I have incorporated the pumpkin spice mania into another of my passions – breakfast meal prepping! Check out this amazing and nourishing recipe for Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter Quinoa Oat Bake which makes a big batch that can be put up in the freezer in single-servings. Continue reading →

Mushroom Beef Quinoa Muffin Tin Meatloaves | Low-Carb

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Scenario: You’re harried, they’re hungry and the high hopes of getting a healthy dinner on the table is tanking. But, don’t pick up the phone for pizza delivery because my recipe for Garlicky Mushroom Beef Quinoa Muffin Tin Meatloaves is a little meal time miracle. Garlic Beef Mushroom Quinoa Muffin Tin Meatloaves

Personal-sized and pleasing to even the pickiest eaters, this easy meatloaf recipe is a tasty time-saver, taking only about 10 minutes to put together and 25 minutes to cook. Read on to get this yummy, low-carb, meal-prep friendly beef recipe. Continue reading →

Clementine Quinoa Kale Salad (with Minty Poppy Seed Dressing)

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Okay, I’m THAT girl who takes something healthy to a Super Bowl party. However, my Clementine Quinoa Kale Salad with Minty Poppy Seed Dressing is a most valuable, veggie-packed player among the field of nachos, chili, chicken wings and other traditional game day grub.

Clementine Quinoa Kale Salad with Minty Poppyseed Dressing

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Blackened Chicken with Butternut-Coconut Quinoa – 30-min. Dinner, Meal Prep

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My “available” time for dinner-making waxes and wanes. I especially notice feeling more hurried from the fall back-to-school season, through the holidays, and straight into year end. Today I’m sharing my 30-minute recipe for Tyson® Blackened Chicken Strips with Butternut-Coconut Quinoa – it’s convenient, creative and definitely reduces that dinner-time crunch!


I’ve used Tyson® Blackened Chicken Strips in this quick and easy dinner solution. These unbreaded, fully-cooked, frozen strips have been the hero in many last-minute dinner creations. Read on to learn more about and get the recipe. Continue reading →