Chipotle Honey Lime Almonds

Chipotle Honey Lime Almonds

I love all kinds of nuts. Walnuts, pecans, almonds, cashews, pistachios, peanuts {I know they're not technically a nut but whatev}, I love 'em all. I eat them everyday {often more than one … [Read more...]

cheese crackers

Cheese Crackers from Living Well Kitchen

This is one of those recipes that I almost feel guilty calling a "recipe" But I don't feel guilty sharing it because it quite possibly might be one of my favorite snacks. You know when you … [Read more...]

frozen banana bites

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I have given myself Spring Break this week, and I'm busy working on a new cookbook with my grandmother {get excited!!}. That means that I won't be giving too much attention to the blog this … [Read more...]

Crackers for St. Patrick’s Day

I almost named the title of this post "Spinach Wheat Crackers," but oh my gosh that does not even remotely sound appetizing, at least for most normal people. However, these crackers are quite … [Read more...]

Lemon Coconut Bites

Lemon Coconut Bites from Living Well Kitchen

This Christmas, I happily received a dehydrator. It's something I've been wanting for a while, but just hadn't gotten around to buying one. The first week I had it, I made some beef jerky which was … [Read more...]

mini corndog muffins

Mini Corn Dog Muffins from Living Well Kitchen

There's really no way around it... corn dogs are just not healthy But they're delicious So instead of frying a hot dog on a stick covered in batter, I bake them in muffin tins That saves … [Read more...]

Super Bowl Recipe Roundup

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Here are 28 of recipes that'd be perfect for a Super Bowl party: Enjoy! Off to check out … [Read more...]

Chicken Wings

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It's time for the Super Bowl, so you might need some good recipes for a Super Bowl party. Most tailgating foods are pretty lacking in nutritional value. It's pretty easy to fill up on a bunch of … [Read more...]

apple week: apple nachos

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Apples! Apple are great: they are portable, always in season, not very expensive, and available pretty much everywhere. This week, I am dedicating my posts to apples. Today's recipe is a … [Read more...]

pretzels vs chips

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Snacks are so confusing. It can be really hard to tell which ones are actually healthy and which one are healthy impostors. This post might bother some people, and yes, I know some will … [Read more...]

Halloween Pimento Cheese Sandwiches

Smoky Pimento Cheese Sandwiches from Living Well Kitchen

I apologize for not posting this sooner. I honestly didn't think about this until yesterday afternoon. But that doesn't mean you can't make them tonight to celebrate or make them any other … [Read more...]

apple chips

apple chips from Living Well Kitchen

I have no idea where the morning/early afternoon went... I woke up at my usual 7:29 wake up time {yes, 7/29 is my birthday; I'm a weirdo, I know} And now I just realized that I forgot to … [Read more...]

Halloween breakfast cookies

healthy breakfast cookies from Living Well Kitchen

Looking for something fun to give your children for breakfast? Or maybe you need a dessert you won't feel terribly guilty about eating... Are you in the market for a snack that is wholesome … [Read more...]

just like a Krystal burger

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Who doesn't love a little late night Krystal? Unfortunately, like most fast food, it's not very good for you. But sliders are perfect for football games or late-night snacks for that matter. I … [Read more...]

great high protein lunch or snack

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If you're looking for a healthy high-protein snack or lunch, end your search because here's a recipe perfect for you. It's a twist on the regular tuna salad and is served in egg whites. I … [Read more...]

Kale Chips that aren’t gross

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I'm sorry, but kale chips sorta taste like burnt leaves to me. The first time I tried to make them, I roasted them at 450° and think I almost burned down my house. Those things cook … [Read more...]

baked cheese sticks

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Yesterday, I admitted that I haven't been in the mood to cook. And today I'm going to admit that I have serious "same snack burnout" I'm getting a little tired of my daily snacks of nuts & a … [Read more...]

Lunch Ideas Part Two

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The first Lunch Ideas post was pretty popular {glad you liked it!}, so I thought I'd do another one. Basically, the point of my Lunch Ideas posts is to help you break free from your turkey sandwich … [Read more...]

zucchini pizza bites

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Yesterday evening I posted about cooking for one, so I thought I'd give you another recipe to help you along in your 'cooking for one' journey. I love pizza, but it takes a little more effort and … [Read more...]

an adult happy meal

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Who doesn't love a happy meal? If you happen to pass those golden arches, I bet you've been tempted to drive in there and grab a happy meal {or maybe something a little more substantial}. But … [Read more...]

the easiest salsa to make

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Recently, I've been doing a lot of research and recipe testing to create some low-sodium recipes that actually taste good. Sodium is an important mineral, but there is so much of it in our food … [Read more...]

heaven in a bowl and chips to go with it

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Happy World Water Day 2012! Yesterday, I posted a recipe for Poppy-seed Chicken Casserole {yum!} to celebrate National Poultry Day which happened to be on Monday. I thought maybe you'd want to … [Read more...]

salsa that makes everything taste tropical

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Mangoes remind me of tropical scenes, and it's February - the exact opposite of tropical in my opinion. But for some reason, mangoes were on sale the other day. I am a sucker for fruits and vegetables … [Read more...]

happy Super Bowl day

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So, I honestly could care less about who wins the Super Bowl; sarry. Next year it will be in New Orleans though, and that's what I'm excited about :) Here are some recipes from this blog that … [Read more...]

four-cheese stuffed mushrooms

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Looking for another appetizer recipe to bring to your Super Bowl party? How about some cheesy stuffed mushrooms? The great thing about this appetizer is that it doesn't taste healthy, and it's full … [Read more...]

chicken taquitos

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I love appetizers. I always end up filling up on appetizers and having no room for dinner. Unfortunately, appetizers aren't usually healthy. Mayonnaise-filled dips, fried wings covered in butter and … [Read more...]

“homemade” yogurt

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So I think yogurt is a really good thing for people to eat for so many reasons: It's a great snack It contains both lean protein and healthy carbohydrates It tastes delicious It can be added … [Read more...]

celebrate Popcorn Day

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In celebration of Popcorn Day, I made popcorn {obviously}.  If you make it yourself, it literally costs 10¢... 10¢!! And that's for almost 5 cups of popcorn! Here is the breakdown of cost: 1 … [Read more...]

microwave potato chips

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Microwaving potatoes to get potato chips sounds strange, but it really works! You can make your own potato chips by microwaving sliced potatoes - genius!  The best part about it is that it … [Read more...]

healthy goal #1

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Yesterday I mentioned that I'd be posting about a number of healthy, attainable goals and how to actually meet these goals. First things first: lose the "all or nothing" mentality. No one is … [Read more...]

a new take on an old snack

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I like to snack, and I think snacking is very important. I'd get too hungry if I didn't snack some between meals. My typical snacks are things like fruit or yogurt or vegetables or something along … [Read more...]

Jalapeño Popper Dip

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Need an appetizer to take to a party? Jalapeño Popper Dip should be your answer. It's cheesy, creamy, spicy, and tastes oh so good. I based my recipe off of multiple jalapeño popper dips I … [Read more...]

edamame hummus

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Oooh this is gooood!  Even more exciting is how good it is for you. It is made with edamame (hence the name), which is full of filling fiber, heart protecting potassium, and protein. I love … [Read more...]

‘Does running make you fat?’

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 Source: Andy Newson / FreeDigitalPhotos.net Yesterday, I read an article - Does running make you fat? No, running doesn't make you fat.  The main point of the article is that exercising … [Read more...]

homemade hummus

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I love hummus. It's a tasty and filling snack, and it provides protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Most people assume hummus is guilt free and eat a lot, but a serving size for store-bought hummus … [Read more...]