Author: Kara Bonsack

Smoothie de Fresas Y Platanos

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Strawberry Banana Smoothie in a glass with a straw


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Ingredientes

  • 1 taza fresas congeladas
  • 1/2 plátano congelado
  • 1/2 taza leche (o alternativa de leche no láctea)
  • 1/2 taza hielo

Instrucciones

Añada todos los ingredientes a la licuadora y licúe hasta que quede suave. Si la mezcla parece demasiado espesa, agregue más líquido. Si la mezcla parece demasiado clara, agregue fruta congelada extra. Sirva inmediatamente y ¡disfrute!

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Hash de Patata Dulce y Huevos

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Hash de Patata Dulce y Huevos

Hash de Patata Dulce y Huevos


Hace 2 porciones

Ingredientes 

  • 1 batatas grande, pelada, cortada en cubos  
  • 1/2 cebolla amarilla pequeña, cortada en cubos  
  • 1/2 pimiento, semillas extraídas, cortadas en cubos  
  • 1 diente de ajo, pelado y picado  
  • 2 huevos grandes  
  • 1 cucharada más 1 cucharadita de aceitevegetal 

  

Instrucciones    

Caliente 1 cucharada de aceite a fuego medio en una sartén profunda. Agregue las papas y cocine, revolviendo ocasionalmente, aproximadamente 5 minutos. Agregue otra 1 cucharada de aceite, junto con cebolla, pimiento y ajo a la sartén con las batatas. Cocine unos 5 minutos, revolviendo ocasionalmente, hasta que la cebolla esté suave y las batatas estén tiernas. Divide el hash entre 2 platos y devuelve la sartén a la estufa. Calienta 1 cucharadita de aceite en la sartén a fuego medio. Uno a la vez, agregue cada huevo a la sartén. Cocine durante aproximadamente 1-2 minutos, hasta que las claras estén casi sólidas (ya no estén claras). Voltea el huevo y cocina por un minuto más. Cubra el picadillo de batata con un huevo y sirva de inmediato.  

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Autumn Squash Bisque with Ginger

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons oil
  • 2 cups sliced onions
  • 2 lbs. winter squash, cut into 2-inch cubes (4 generous cups)
  • 2 pears, peeled, and diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped, peeled ginger (or 1 tsp. ground ginger)
  • 1⁄2 tsp. thyme
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1⁄2 cup plain nonfat yogurt

Directions

  1. Add onions and cook, stirring constantly until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Add squash, pears, garlic, ginger and thyme; cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  3. Add broth and water; bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until squash is tender, 35-45 minutes.
  5. Puree soup, in batches, if necessary, in a blender. (Follow blender directions for pureeing hot liquids.)
  6. Return soup to pot and heat through. Stir in lemon juice.
  7. Garnish each serving with a spoonful of yogurt.
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Batido Para Fortalecer Los Huesos

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1 porción

Ingredientes

  • 1 Taza de Leche
  • ½ Taza de Yogur
  • ¾ Taza de Arádanos
  • 1 Plátano Pequeño
  • 1 Manojo de Espinacas
  • 2 Cucharadas Mantequilla de Maní

Instrucciones

Combina 1 Taza de Leche ½ Taza de Yogur, ¾ Taza de Arádanos, 1 Plátano Pequeño, 1 Manojo de Espinacas y 2 Cucharadas Mantequilla de Maní en la licuadora y licua hasta ebtener una mezcla homogénea.

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Salad Dressings

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Homemade dressings are healthier! They have less salt, sugar, fat, and added ingredients!

Simple Dressings Made with Simple Ingredients!

  • Olive or vegetable oil
  • Vinegars like white, balsamic, apple cider, red wine, and white wine
  • Fresh lemons
  • Herbs and spices like garlic, oregano, dried mustard, salt, and pepper

Vinaigrette for Pasta Salad

Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup vinegar of choice 2
  • Tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Directions

  1. Blend ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake, or stir in a bowl
  2. Pour over salad

Balsamic Vinaigrette for Colorful Grain Salad

Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 Tbsp oregano
  • 1 Tbsp garlic Pinch of pepper

Directions

  1. Stir together ingredients in a bowl
  2. Pour over salad and toss

Caesar Dressing for Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, fat free
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp garlic

Directions

  1. Blend ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake, or stir in a bowl.
  2. Toss with lettuce in a large bowl
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Classic Herb Stuffing

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Herb Stuffing

Serves: 16 (1/2 cup) servings

  • Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 40 minutes
  • Total: 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. butter
  • Cooking spray
  • 14 oz. bag dried bread cubes (about 7 cups)*
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots
  • 2-3 cloves of garlic
  • 2- 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • poultry seasoning to taste (1-2 tsp.)
  • salt & pepper to taste

*Make your own bread cubes! Cut bread into small cubes and set out in a bowl overnight to dry out. Or, spread cubes on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F. for 30-40 minutes. Let cool. Store in an airtight container.

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and warm water.
  2. Preheat oven to 350° F.
  3. Heat a large saute pan on medium heat. Add butter. Add carrots and saute. Add celery, onion, and garlic. Add cooking spray if needed. Continue cooking until veggies are tender. Remove from heat, transfer to bowl and allow to cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, add bread stuffing and veggies. Toss together; season with poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add chicken broth, mixing until moist, but not soaking. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Spray casserole dish with cooking spray. Add stuffing mix and cover with foil. Bake 20-25 minutes. Uncover and cook an additional 10 minutes or until slightly crispy on top.
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granizado de sandía

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Watermelon Slush

Watermelon slush and watermelon slices


¡La sandíaes alrededor del 95% de agua! Puede ayudar a mantenerte bien hidratado. Haso beber!

Ingredientes

  • 5 tazas de sandía sin semillas en cubos
  • 2 cucharadas de azúcar
  • Jugo de una lima (opcional)
  • 2 tazas de cubitos de hielo

Instrucciones

  1. Combine la sandía, el azúcar, la lima y los cubitos de hielo en una licuadora.
  2. Licúe hasta que quede suave. Servir inmediatamente.
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Yummy Green Smoothie

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Green smoothie in a mason jar


Makes 1 Serving

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup frozen mango
  • 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
  • 1/2 cup low-fat vanilla or plain yogurt
  •  1 cup fresh or frozen spinach
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup water

Directions

Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds! Add all your ingredients to a blender! If using fresh fruits and veggies, add about 1 cup of ice. Blend until smooth, pour into your favorite cup or glass, and enjoy!

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Pumpkin Soup

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 (15 oz.) can solid packed pumpkin (use 100% pumpkin; pumpkin pie mixes contain sugar)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon salt freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; add onion and cook, stirring often until very soft, about 8 minutes. Do not burn.
  2. Add pumpkin, water, milk, syrup, salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, whisking often.
  4. Let cool and then cover and chill. Bring to a simmer before serving.
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Maquina Verde

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1 porción

Ingredientes

  • 1 Taza de Leche
  • 1 Manzana
  • 1 Plátano Maduro Pequeño
  • 2 Tazas de Kale o Horjas de Espinaca Ligeramente empacadas
  • ½ Grande o 1 Pequeño Tallo de Apio

Instrucciones

Combina 1 Taza de Leche, 1 Manzana, 1 Plátano Maduro Pequeño, 2 Tazas de Kale o Horjas de Espinaca Ligeramente empacadas y ½ Grande o 1 Pequeño Tallo de Apio en la licuadora y licua hasta ebtener una mezcla homogénea.

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