The Healthy Prodigal

The Healthy Prodigal I created this page to share with you my continued journey to my best self so that you can walk along side me learning together as we grow.

I will share triumphs, failures, success and struggles as well as recommendations for products I use and love.

03/05/2026

Take 3!! I did another experiment last night, and the results this morning were a bit surprising! 1:4:4 fees to the same starter with a tweak to the flour used. Here’s the results from 10 hours after that feed are here!!!

Tell me any other experiments you’d like to see me try below!!👇🏻 ⬇️

03/04/2026

Not sure the jar made a difference overnight, but I think dropping down the amount of rye flour may have. Should I keep going on this little experiment??

03/03/2026

A little sourdough starter experiment, part 1! I’m curious to see if the jar makes a difference alone and then if the reduction in rye flour makes Boo smell a little sweeter again. Results to follow tomorrow morning!!

Apparently I had some technical difficulties posting my last reel. It plays, and immediately replays. I don’t want to ta...
02/20/2026

Apparently I had some technical difficulties posting my last reel. It plays, and immediately replays. I don’t want to take the post down though either. So just know I have no idea how it happened because the video on my phone doesn’t repeat. I must have had a Gen X Boomer moment and tapped something I didn’t know I did when making the post.

02/19/2026

My first prayer closet was back in my pr***en years. We moved to the country middle of third grade, and I hated it!! I did however, love going to sit alone at the little bridge by the creek not too far away. Definitely where I learned how comforting that time and space was for me.

Do you already have your private space where you go for restoration?? Share with me, and others if you don’t mind. Doesn’t matter how strange it may seem, if it work for you a may work for another.

365 days ago I started (faithfully) Intermittent Fasting, and it has been such a blessing for my mind, body and soul. I...
02/12/2026

365 days ago I started (faithfully) Intermittent Fasting, and it has been such a blessing for my mind, body and soul.

I swore after fixing my gut health several years back that I would never be forced to “get healthy” again. Little did I know what the end of menopause would do to me!! (Definitely still more than a little salty about the HRT lies that were debunked once I was already at “the pause”).

I.F. to the rescue!! It’s about sooooo much more than the 45 pounds off my body, it’s about restoration and healing! I’ve got a LOT of life to live yet; and a LOT of people to live it for!

I haven’t used any pharmaceuticals beyond a little estrogen and progesterone (hallelujah for HRT); just a full on commitment to ME, plus giving thanks to my Creator for still being here at 56 (my Daddy only got 45 years on Earth) with a promise to be better.

I would love to help friends and family find their fasting journey too. Nothing to sell you but my experiences and the resources I use. Please reach out if you have questions. I am here…for life, in love. 🫶🏻

I know I’ve definitely done my share of damage along the way in my (almost) 57 years here on Earth, but damned if won’t ...
02/06/2026

I know I’ve definitely done my share of damage along the way in my (almost) 57 years here on Earth, but damned if won’t try to make as many repairs as I can along the way to 60 and beyond. The future depends on it.

This gorgeous boule is just a little reminder that even though we may think something is broken, to follow through and s...
02/04/2026

This gorgeous boule is just a little reminder that even though we may think something is broken, to follow through and see what the end result is.

In this circumstance, the dough was definitely appearing to be overproofed yesterday morning when I came downstairs. I was making it for a friend, and doing so because my starter was super happy the day before.

I shaped it and placed it in the banneton for a little rest in the fridge overnight. This morning before work I baked it, and I think the results speak for themselves!!

Let this be a lesson for us in all areas of life. The moral of this story?? Don’t give up!!

Part of my neurodivergence that makes this head spin and spin and spin: even a simple stepped recipe makes me go back an...
02/04/2026

Part of my neurodivergence that makes this head spin and spin and spin: even a simple stepped recipe makes me go back and read it again and again while preparing the dish. It’s one of the main reasons I’m usually a free rein type cook.

I seriously read these instructions 4 times tonight!! Am I alone here??

01/27/2026

Why am I the self-proclaimed “healthy prodigal”? Watch this and find out! Well, a little deeper dive anyway.

1. Applesauce 2. Croutons (made from an rye butt)3. Vegetable stock in the pressure cooker4. Hungryroot lemon peppercorn...
01/26/2026

1. Applesauce
2. Croutons (made from an rye butt)
3. Vegetable stock in the pressure cooker
4. Hungryroot lemon peppercorn shrimp with sweet potatoes and green beans
5. Vegetable stock strained and jarred
6. The first cuts with my new cleaver!
7. Squash soup
8. Italian Pear Cake

My day…..dishwasher wanted.

What did you make on this snowy snowy day in PA??

I love to find purpose out of things others may toss in the trash. Today one of those projects was converting 2 thick sk...
01/26/2026

I love to find purpose out of things others may toss in the trash. Today one of those projects was converting 2 thick skinned, blemished and slightly squishy apples into some delicious homemade applesauce. Such a simple way to make good use out of an ingredient beyond its prime.

Homemade applesauce
Diced apples (I don’t like leaving skin on but you definitely can)
Sugar to taste (I used 2 apples and 2 T raw sugar)
Water (enough to not quite cover your apples)

Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer 10-15 minutes until your apples are soft. The next step is up to you and how you like your sauce. Brian likes his smooth and I like a little chunks in there too. An immersion blender works perfect to obtain our perfect compromise.

Stir and pick any rogue seeds, core or skin that made its way in the pan. Delicious warm or cold, with or without a little sprinkle of cinnamon on top.

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