I recently explored Dr. Mark Hyman's *The Blood Sugar Solution* series and tested out some of his recipes in my kitchen. Along the way, I discovered some surprising food truths and made a few tweaks to make the dishes my own. If you’re looking for practical tips to clean up your diet and a little inspiration to step outside your culinary comfort zone, you’ll want to check this out!
Category: Main Dish
Happy Thanksgiving 2014 and Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! I pray you had a wonderful day with friends and family. Here is a quick glimce at what Thanksgiving looks like at Me in the Kitchen. After sleeping in, and a quick workout I had one of my favorite smoothies Peanut Butter Banana (recipe listed below) Don't mind the green… Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving 2014 and Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe
Summer Fruit Salad
I love, love, love summer fruit. I can eat it all day, everyday. Most summer days you can find my fridge stocked full of fresh fruits. This is one of most favorite ways to enjoy the bountiful harvest of summer. There are no measurement, you will need to go with your gut and eye… Continue reading Summer Fruit Salad
Tomato Soup with Cheese Tortellini
I read somewhere that fast food does not need to be junk food. And this quick fix is exactly that. Fast food. It’s so simple, only 3 ingredients. This reminds me of SpaghettiOs I used to eat as a kid. Except this is the adult version. Total time from start to finish 15 minutes. Of… Continue reading Tomato Soup with Cheese Tortellini
Vegetable Empanadas
This is one of my favorite dishes to cook. It's fairly simple and looks impressive when serving to company. It does not require any fancy smancy hard to find ingredients. You can just about use what you have in your everyday kitchen. Trust me this is one recipe that will not disappoint. Print Vegetable Empanadas… Continue reading Vegetable Empanadas
Asparagus Primavera with Couscous
Asparagus is something I have learned to like if it was cooked properly. This is only the second dish I have enjoyed eating with asparagus as one of the main ingredients. There are several ingredients which may not be common in your kitchen. However, they are easy to find at your local grocery or big… Continue reading Asparagus Primavera with Couscous
Easy Tropical Quinoa Bowl with Tilapia and Pineapple
Looking for a healthy weeknight dinner? This tilapia with pineapple quinoa comes together fast and packs in bold flavor, whole grains, and no added sugar.
Cozy Up with This Easy Vegetarian Chili
A cozy, one-pot vegetarian chili that’s hearty, flavorful, and ready in under 45 minutes—perfect for busy nights or game day!
Leftover Stir-Fry: A Quick and Easy Meal Solution
Leftovers piling up? Turn them into a quick and flavorful stir-fry! With just a hot pan, a few simple ingredients, and a little creativity, you can transform what’s in your fridge into a delicious, stress-free meal