Connected Meals

06/04/2024

In our house I make and serve one meal for dinner. Sometimes there needs to be slight variations. This is the adult portion vs kid portion variation. We have a rule that the kids must try 3 bites before saying they don't like it and find something different.
When making something I have a feeling or know they will not enjoy, I purposely serve smaller portions that equal about 3 bites.

✅ Less food waste
✅ Kids try new foods
✅ We all connect and eat the same meal
✅ Parents don't have to feel the need to clean their kids plates

Tonight I was surprised - all my kids asked for more! The feature menu item: chicken, red cabbage, carrots, rice pad thai noodles, peanut sauce and cilantro.

16/03/2024

This vision - create a village to help mothers ❤️

13/03/2024

We talk a lot about eating the rainbow at our meals. Well, some meals you just need to aim for a variety of shades of one color and work with what you have on hand! Butternut squash spaetzel, yellow bell pepper, sweet corn, and carrots are accompanied by some Boar's head sausage. It may not be completely balanced but it makes up for it by brightening my dinner plate. ☀️

13/03/2024

Looks like another tasty meal this week!

12/03/2024

If you struggle to get enough protein into your diet, let's talk. I can help find nourishing foods that work for you! Not sure if you are getting enough protein or even what an adequate amount should be - I can help you figure that out too 🙂

I’ve seen this happen to so many of my patients.

If our cells are going to talk to one another, they need protein. All of the thousands of molecules in your body are built from only 8-9 essential amino acids that we get from our diet.

When protein is digested, it’s broken down into these amino acids or what I call building blocks.

Our DNA strings these together to make proteins from these amino acids. When we don’t get enough dietary protein, our DNA doesn’t have enough amino acids to carry out this process.

My favorite sources of protein are grass-fed meat, pasture-raised eggs, and wild-caught fish. If you’re plant-based, you can always opt for organic and non-GMO nuts, seeds, and legumes, and try to mix it up at each meal (and always balance your plant-based protein with healthy fats).

05/03/2024

I'm looking forward to a night off of cooking and meal planning this week thanks to Grace Filled Table. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with others around a meal. If you are in need of a meal, or want to help give back to the community this is where you need to be. Plus I love that they always have a gluten free option ❤️

29/02/2024

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28/02/2024

Working on a "better for you" swap. I asked my kids to do a taste test for me and they said they like it better than the original chocolate and peanut butter sweet treat. Music to my ears 😁

21/02/2024

Are you a mom looking for some support? Come join this wonderful retreat and find ways to build your village.

What if all the resources needed to support you in your motherhood journey and self-care were brought together in one place in the form of a retreat? We are excited to bring this first-of-its kind experience to you at the Nurtured Rose Retreat: Bloom in Motherhood and Beyond organized by Carnelia Mental Health. There will be movement, reflection, tips and tricks to optimize your home, nutrition planning, giveaways, food/refreshments, and more - and your littles are welcome, too! For only $10, all these invaluable resources will be there in one place to serve you! Ticket link in comments.

12/02/2024

You don't want to miss this month's newsletter series - Love Your Gut! During February I will be sharing some tips on how you can support your gut health. Sign up now so you can be sure to get Part 1 in your email box tomorrow ❤️

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10/02/2024

Local eggs & coffee from Brand Farms & Idioma Coffee Roastery Best way to start your mornings!

02/02/2024

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31/01/2024

The tortilla soup I had in mind for tonight did not turn out 😕 So instead I tossed together a smoked sausage and veggies sheet pan meal. Plan B doesn't have to resort to fast food or a pizza delivery when you keep a few staples on hand.

30/01/2024

Inspiration for the week ahead.

26/01/2024

Did you know being in nature can be beneficial to your microbiome? We all know getting outside and being in nature is good for us. I love to dig into the "whys" of these things. When I work with clients I include nutritional recommendations along with lifestyle recommendations. Pair that with some education on the "why" and you've got yourself a recipe for success to meet your health goals. You just have to take the first step - let's connect and see what your path looks like!

24/01/2024

Now that we're through the holidays and we're catching our collective breaths, it might be the right time to learn more about holistic nutrition. I'm always inspired to find ways to incorporate healing meals for my whole family, and I want to help you do the same. It's easy--you can start by subscribing to my newsletter by clicking here: https://www.connectedmeals.com.

I can't wait to connect and help you fulfill your nutritional goals in 2024!

Welcome to Connected Meals! I‘m here to help you connect the foods you eat to your overall health and provide education so you can achieve & sustain your health goals through the power of nutrition.

03/01/2024

Pantry clean out challenge - week 1

The fridge was the first to get cleaned this week. I came up with two recipes using ingredients that needed to be used up.

Sweet & sour chicken stir fry used up the last bit of apricot preserves I found in the back of the fridge, some cooked chicken from the freezer, broccoli and the last of some thin rice noodles.

Today's lunch was an improvised, yet elegant, lunch for me to enjoy in a quiet house. Leftover linguine noodles, the last of some prosciutto and Parmesan cheese, a bit of red onion and seasoned with fresh rosemary.

What creations are you coming up with to use ingredients before they expire?

02/01/2024

Happy New Year! To start off 2024 I challenge you to a pantry clean out. For the next 6 week we will go through the steps you need to take to set up your pantry to help you succeed in your health goals.

Week 1 - Use it or lose it!
- Toss out all items that are expired.
- If the expiration date is coming up, find a way to use it.
- If it’s not expired, not opened and you won’t use it; find a local food shelf to donate it to.

Sign up for my newsletter and get more tips on how to set up your pantry for a healthy 2024 (plus tasty recipes!)
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12/12/2023

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11/12/2023

This week I've got a plan! is off to a new start. I know I will need some quick meals this week so I am going to make a few meals that I can cook once & eat twice.

What's on your list?

04/12/2023

is all about taking it one day at a time this week. We have ingredients in the fridge, freezer and pantry that need to be used so each day is a fresh start. While I enjoy meal planning, some weekends get the best of me. And this past weekend was one of them. I may scramble in the morning to get something out of the freezer and hope it thaws in time. Repeat a quick meal we had last week. Or rely on a package I stored away in the freeze for just this occasion.
I am thankful to be able to still feed my family & I am thankful we can all gather at the dinner table and eat together.

Every day is a fresh start - for everything.

Sometimes not having a plan, can just be the plan 😉

21/11/2023

This week is a busy week for most of us. I am utilizing my crockpot for Beef Stew, pulling some items from the freezer for Steak Lo Mein (or it may end up a Steak Stir Fry, I'm not sure yet 😂) and Shredded BBQ pork sandwiches. We will use some of the wonderful veggies I picked up last week in our meals this week.

I am hosting Thanksgiving so these are the dishes I will be preparing. Guests will be brining additional sides and deserts to share.

I hope everyone has a happy Thanksgiving and can make some lasting memories in the kitchen and around the table.

17/11/2023

I just picked up our storage share from Open Hands Farm and a box of apples from Brand Farms. I'm ready for Thanksgiving and beyond!

A few things I have in mind from this table of food will be apple crisp, apple sauce, pumpkin donuts, Tuscan soup with kale, roasted Brussels sprouts, beet brownies, inside out egg rolls, potatoes leek soup, mashed celeriac & potatoes and so many other nutritious dishes. When properly stored most of these root veggies can last weeks to months.

Get to know your local farmers! They make our food taste so much better.

Plus, isn't the tiny share display super cute?

16/11/2023

What if you were asked to just change 1% of your day. Would you be capable of that?
1% =15 minutes
What can you accomplish in 15 minutes? A LOT! Think of the impact of adding just 1% more of movement, mediation, or rest would do for your health.

Just 1%. This mindset shift could make all the difference for your well-being.

15/11/2023

Ferndale Market has some great options for local turkeys for your Thanksgiving meal. Pre-order yours today!

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13/11/2023

Starting the week off with a plan!

06/11/2023

Monday Meal Plan - What's on your list for the week?

05/11/2023

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02/11/2023

Remember that pesto I made a little while back and froze? It sure came in handy for a quick meal this evening 😊