Smoothie #1: Paleo Kale Avocado Banana

I have always been curious about the emerging trend over the internet regarding the Paleo smoothie drinks. I have decided to let my doubts get the best of me and try it instead.

A couple of try-outs didn't go bad, but they weren't my favorites either. But this, ahh...the lemony twist and freshness of flavor, that surprised me and has stayed on my list of things to make early in the day.

I have to say that I am impressed and surprised that when I had a glass of this smoothie every morning, my hunger pangs were gone and I felt full the whole morning.

So here's the recipe, I hope you will enjoy it as I did.

INGREDIENTS:


3 cups of baby Kale
2 pcs medium banana
1 med-large avocado
l lemon
honey (optional)
2-3 cups of water

DIRECTIONS:

In a blender, pour in kale, banana, avocado and water. Mix until all the ingredients have become thick. Add four tbsp lemon or add more according to your taste, add honey, and blend for 20 secs.

You can add more or less water, depending on how you want your smoothie to be.

Makes 4 servings.

Stir-fried (Create your own!)

That's my fresh from the wok, stir fried mix.

There is a buffet that I frequent  that makes this really good stir-fried goodies. I go there just for that.
As for the ingredients, you can basically add just anything you want in it. Does that sound good to you? My mouth is watering, actually.

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Snappy cauliflower and broccoli saute

Trying a different saute mix and it came out real good. This is still part of my carb substitute foods.

It was paired with smothered pork chops. That was good!

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So, being able to stumble upon a great sale day at our local food market here, I just couldn't resist NOT to buy this HUGE pork roast at .89 c/lb, hence, the picture.

I have so many ideas that would go great with the pork roast, but I decided to cook it as simple as that in the picture because I wanted to learn how to cook it perfectly, not overdone.

I am glad I took the risk and went ahead, with just a rub for ingredients, the outcome was awesome! It was juicy, flavorful and tender.

There is a definite encore of this recipe in the future (when all of it is gone).

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Ginataang Langka - Jack fruit in Coconut milk

March is almost over and I barely cooked anything. Working has taken it's toll on me, and I have been abusing my body with all the frozen prepared foods and eating out. I still am not there, but I am pulling my weight to get back on track. I want to get back on cooking all my meals.

Anyway, I wanted to share one of my favorite foods. We call this, ginataang langka (jack fruit), or jack fruit in coconut milk. I can remember my family gathering around the table, with this at the center, and we have our share of vinegar dips (white vinegar with a dash of salt) and plain rice. The fun and mess we made!

If you like coconut milk, an adventurous palate, I am pretty sure you will enjoy this one.

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When I first heard about sloppy joes, and I have seen different variations, I wanted to try it but kept putting it up since I get too tired when I get home. There's the slow cooker version, but I tried this fastest first just to get a glimpse and taste of what it's like.

So here goes my version. I hope you like it as we did.

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Here's my recipe and do enjoy!

Okra Salad

Okra Salad

I am going to share with you a recipe that I have grown up eating with. I love the taste of this and how perfect it is to go with dry foods (grilled, fried, you name it).

There are many things that you can do with an okra, and I still have a long way to go in learning the other ways. BUT, this super easy recipe will keep you coming back for more (THAT is if you are fond of something SOUR).

This serves as an appetizer or side dish.

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Here is one healthy dish to feast your mouth on. It is Whole30 compliant as it is low carb. Do enjoy!

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Sweet and Sour Pork

My, my, it has been a while since I posted anything here. I barely have time to cook any decent meal. If I do, they're usually a repeat of what I already have here. My mind is just too lazy nowadays to even 'think' of what to cook. I am busily adjusting to the "Working Lifestyle".

Okay, so blabber aside. This is another first for me. My first sweet and sour pork. I usually cook fish in this kind of recipe, and this time I had to substitute or remove some ingredients for healthier reasons.

Bell Pepper Pork with Mozzarella and Cheddar Cheese Wrap

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Another variety I have tried with the pepper pork recipe, different meals can be created from one recipe, and that is good news to working folks!

Bell Pepper Pork Mix with Mozzarella and Cheddar Cheese

Bell Pepper Pork Mix with Mozzarella and Cheddar Cheese

This is a good idea for your lettuce wraps. No need to add mayonnaise or any dressing, just put in the oven for a minute or two and you can have your wraps to go!

Bell Pepper Pork Mix

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I actually had no idea what I was doing but decided to do it anyway. The outcome was pretty good. I was able to mix it with salads, rice, lettuce wraps, or just served plainly as it is.

You can even add some cheese if you like dairy to go with your lettuce wraps, they're good. Believe me, I tried.

So here's the recipe for you!

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Today, I decided to cook in advance for my meals for the week. Since I am now working, I barely have time to prepare  for meals after I get home, so hence, this preparation. Besides, eating from the cafeteria everyday is expensive.

I also decided that I have to get back in my 'healthy' regimen. Ever since I got working, I have been eating a lot of junk or food that has it. Getting back on track here.

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This recipe was a gift to my sister, who by the way, doesn't like to be around the kitchen most of the time. So this recipe, together with the homemade packed ingredient was just sitting there waiting to be given some attention it so much deserved.

I am not a fan of breads or anything sweet, really. That's why my attention wasn't "CAPTURED" right away on this one. Since it's new year, I decided to give it a go, just so I can clear up the counter.

It turned out to be really good, and it's nothing too sweet. It's perfect for your morning coffee, or just something to nibble on for snacks. It's easy to make, and I am pretty sure your kids will love it, too.

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Happy New Year! 2012 finally belongs in the past, and all the lessons learned shall be carried on. I learned a lot about the healthy stuff, the foods to avoid, the foods to eat, the foods that boosts, and all that.

I have lost a considerable amount of weight and I thank all the fellow bloggers in the blogosphere who took the time and patience to share all their food wealth for people like me.

Chicken Potato Marinara

Chicken Potato Marinara

Wow, tonight is Christmas Eve already, and here I am still trying to keep up with my back log on posts that I missed to post.

I still wonder what I will contributing to cook later. I haven't made up my mind yet. Oh well, might as well post something while waiting for my other companions to arrive and help me get things rolling.

Enjoy this chicken potato marinara that I made. It was very delicious and aromatic.

You can still go low carb with this one, just omit the potatoes! I had to use some so my son can eat some carbs.

Vegetable Pork Oy-Stir Fry

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Welcome to my Stir-Fry December. I can't even begin to comprehend that December is almost over and I have been slacking off in updating posts and recipes that I have. I can't blame myself though. I have started a new job and before I can even think of typing my first word, my head is off to dreamland. I am that tired. Hence, the stir-fried foods. I need something quick and easy to prepare because right now I just don't have the luxury.

They may be stir-fried, but STILL they are healthy options. I just wanted to have more veggies in my plate lately, that;s why you are seeing lots of vegetable plates.

DO ENJOY!