Mix & Match Immune Power Smoothie {support your immune system, support your goals}

Mix & Match Immune Power Smoothie

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Hi friends!

I think I finally have it...my word for the year! (It only took me 7 weeks. Shhh...)

Bold! 

I want to be bold in my faith. Bold in my business. Bold in reaching out, developing and nurturing friendships. Bold in making the changes that need to be made to improve my health and fitness. Lots of boldness this year!

I sat down recently and wrote down some of my goals for the year. Some of them scare the bejeezus out of me (in the best way!). Lose 60 pounds? Eeek! Grow my blog, my social media, my new business...EEEK! I'm going to need all the boldness I can get. I'm also going to need all the support I can get! Physical support, emotional support, and one that I tend to forget about...immune support! That's right. I have too much to get done to leave my immune system unsupported. Mama's...who's with me? Ain't nobody got time for that!

I am a firm believer in food and its ability to keep us healthy. I love making myself a big old smoothie first thing in the morning. It is a great way to get all sorts of vitamins, anti-oxidants and other goodies into your body right away. 

Chocolate Coconut Shortbread with Truvia®

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Hi friends!

We are in the depths of winter where I am. We get peeks of sun here and there, but the general state of things is pretty gloomy. Days like that are just screaming for something sweet and warm. Something comforting that will warm me up, but not weigh me down. If I'm going to lose 50 pounds this year, it's not going to happen if I'm snacking on cookies all the time! However, I am a firm believer in occasional treats, and these fit that bill perfectly. Sweetened with Truvia, and paired with my favorite Bigelow tea...perfection!

Chipotle Chicken and Bean Enchiladas with La Morena

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Hi friends!

I grew up, and currently live, in the Midwest. Not exactly the hub of authentic Latin food. Tacos were always a staple in our family dinner rotation, but "authentic" isn't quite the word I would use to describe them (unless taco seasoning packets are authentic, but somehow I doubt!). However, my husband and I moved to Phoenix just after we got married, and were introduced to real Latin food. Man, oh man! We had been missing SO MUCH GOOD FOOD! Now I love to get as much authenticity into my recipes as I can, and having products like La Morena available is a huge help! These enchiladas are delicious, and can be personalized to your taste. They also freeze beautifully, and are a great meal to give away!

Berry Cultured Butter with Lifeway Kefir

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Hi friends!

I am usually all about simple recipes. I love quality food that doesn't take a long time. However, some things are worth waiting for.

Cultured butter is one of those things.

The creaminess of butter with the tanginess of yogurt. Yes, please! It gets even better when you use something delicious like the flavors that Lifeway Kefir offers. Throw in some fresh berries and now you really have something amazing!