Month: December 2015

Ratatouille

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Ok I know I always say this but seriously guys this is the easiest meal ever! I find myself falling back on the really simple yet delicious recipes lately. It’s nice to have some easy yet healthy dishes to fall back on this time of year when we are busy with the Holydays and spending quality time with loved ones. I love ratatouille because it’s easy to switch out vegetables depending on personal preference or with whatever you have on hand that day. Traditionally this is a warm-weather dish but to me its the perfect warm, red sauce kinda meal on a cold night. You will need the following: 1 jar of your favorite tomato sauce 1 large sweet onion 1 zucchini 1 eggplant 3/4 tomatoes (pick some nice vine-ripened red juicy ones) 1 tbs herbes de provence (simply organic brand) Salt, pepper & red pepper flakes to taste Splash of EVOO Directions: 1.Preheat the oven to 350F. Lightly spread some olive oil in a baking dish. 2.Pour the sauce in the pan and smooth …

This I Promise

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I write a lot. Sometimes I write and write and write and never share a word. Other times I write and share with this online community in which case I read it over and think to myself, hey maybe someone can relate to this. Once in a while I hesitate to share because maybe I’m the only one that feels this way? Maybe people think I’m sharing for attention or maybe they ask themselves, “who is she to share her story and think other people are interested?”. I realize these are MY fears and hesitations that in the end never really get a say in any final outcome but they are there. It’s a conscious decision to not let my fears and self-doubts get in the way of sharing in a way that is authentic. My point is, I think its important to have courage that whatever you’re going through, drawn towards, passionate about, fearful of, delighted by, others are too. Surely not everyone can relate or will be interested in what you have to …

Asian-Style Kale Chips

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Kale chips are my favorite snack when I want something crunchy yet healthy. They are super easy and only require a few ingredients. The fun part is getting creative with seasoning them and trying different combinations. My favorite is an asian style. We all know that kale is super healthy for you but just as a reminder Kale is rich in Vitamins K, A and C and is also particularly high in minerals, including potassium, calcium, copper, iron and magnesium. You will need the following: Kale Tamari (soy sauce) Coconut oil Sesame seeds Directions: 1.Destem kale and place in large mixing bowl. 2.Lighting drizzle soy sauce and coconut oil onto kale and mix to coat. 3.Spread kale out evenly on baking sheet and sprinkle on sesame seeds. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes or until kale is nice and crispy. 4.Eat, savor, enjoy! Love, love Ash P.S. I’ve been completely obsessed with buttercup squash. It’s sooo yummy and creamy. I roast it in the oven with half an inch of water in the bottom of …