Eating Healthy...

So since Mike and I eat as "clean" as possible (on most days) I thought I would start sharing some recipes that we use on a week to week basis. I know that most women vow to lose weight with their New Years Resolutions, so what better way to do it than by reading this blog. Don't worry, I would never deprive you from the tasty goodness of the "cheat" meals, and Melissa will be adding her favorite recipes to the blog too, so never fear...we are here!!!!

Mike and I stay away from white-enriched foods. You know, the good stuff! :o) Which means, no potatoes, pastas, white rice or breads. Trust me, I am still struggling with this and I don't always abide by my own rules, but I am trying.

Obviously you can use brown rice, which to me doesn't taste a whole lot different. We are also using couscous, which is a delicious side dish and Quinoa. If you normally cook a side of pasta or potatoes, try one of these instead.

We also have started cooking with Coconut Oil. No, it doesn't taste like coconut! We use it with everything from making eggs to cooking fish. Some days we will just stir in a tablespoon with the quinoa which gives it a creamier texture. Coconut oil is amazing for you!!!!

I will start to post recipes using some of these items. I did try the Campbell's recipe: Chicken with Peas and Quinoa. I hated it and will never make it again. Please don't get discouraged when you are trying new recipes, I will post the recipes I have had success with. Besides, you don't know, if you don't try!

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken tenders

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed

1 1/2 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth or Swanson® Chicken Stock

1 jar (24 ounces) Prego® Veggie Smart™ Smooth & Simple Italian Sauce

1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed

• Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes or until well browned on both sides.  Remove the chicken from the skillet, cover and keep warm.
• Add the paprika and quinoa to the skillet and stir to coat.  Stir in the broth and sauce and heat to a boil.  Reduce the heat to medium.  Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender.  Stir in the peas.  Return the chicken to the skillet.  Cook until the chicken is cooked through.