This is a new favorite of mine. I could eat it a couple times a week. It really warms you up on a cold day and it is so good for the immune system with its garlic and gingery goodness. The fish sauce and peanut butter combo gives it a savory-salty kick. As a soup fan and an Asian food fan...this dish totally satisfies. Try it, you won't be disappointed! Spicy Peanut Shrimp Soup 6 cups chicken broth 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 small sweet red peppers, sliced 2 small red chilis, sliced 1 Tbsp … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2014
Simple “Get Happy” Tips for Winter and the Holiday Season
This is a wonderfully hectic season. So many people get stressed out during the holidays and winter itself can be a real downer for our mood and general happiness levels. It is so very easy to forget the simple pleasures of life and to put your own health and mental well being to the side. By making a few quick and simple changes we can make feeling happy in the moment a little easier... Turn It Off - The TV that is. Holiday ads are screaming "BUY, BUY, BUY!" Quiet the craziness by pushing … [Read more...]
Roasted Garlic Soup Recipe
I love cooking with garlic. Lots of garlic. Luckily this yummy soup does indeed have lots of garlic...two whole heads actually. What is that...20-30 cloves? You just can't have too much. I like to make this recipe when it is cold because it is very warming. It is also great to eat during cold and flu season because garlic helps boost the immune system. It is also very affordable for eating well on a budget. Potatoes and garlic don't cost all that much so I splurge and buy really good parmesan … [Read more...]
Stop Getting Sick! Banish Illness & Stay Well This Winter
What chance does a sleepless, working parent have when it comes to fighting off the seasonal ickies and viruses. Really good chances actually. Don't let a cold or flu get you this winter. Do this by minimizing your risk and boosting your immunity NOW, when you are feeling well. Here are three strategies... You're Feeling Great, Thanks You aren't sick. In fact you feel fine. Well, that is awesome. Now is the time to make sure you stay that way. Get plenty of sleep - Get 8-10 hours of sleep … [Read more...]
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