I didn’t realize how much I loved green olives until I made this hummus. Mario Specialty Food sent us some olives and asked us to help them create some healthy recipes. Originally I thought I’d make a tapinade, but decided to go with a hummus instead. I’m so glad I did. The green olives simply extend the olive oil flavor in the hummus and it so so yummy.
Appetizers
Clean Eating Super Bowl Game Plan
Are you ready for some football? I know I am. I love all things football. (I know I sound like a broken record.) But, I thought I’d share my menu for the upcoming festivities. I will be showcasing some of my favorite My Clean Kitchen recipes plus a salad. Have to get the extra greens…
Spicy Chicken Wings and Blue Cheese Sauce
Yum I love January. Yes, I said it. Even though we have snow on the ground and its freezing outside, I love it. But, my love is not for the weather, it’s because there is so much football. Yes yes, I know the football season starts in September and I have 4 months of it,…
Spicy Sweet Potato Chips
January is football month in this house. We adore all things football. I am an alumna of Florida State University. Yes, the same ones that are the NATIONAL CHAMPIONS. I was just a little excited yesterday. So, watching all these bowl games got me thinking about what I would serve at this year’s Super Bowl shindig, now that we are eating clean. So I came up with a couple of recipes and tried them out this week. I started with this Spicy Sweet Potato Chip. They were a pleasant surprise.
Spicy Chipotle Bean Dip
Since New Year’s Eve is all about parties, I thought I would show give you an easy and delicious party dip. And I mean….who doesn’t love dip? It really is the perfect party food. It is easy to eat, fun, and great for a crowd. Here is a simple and quick version of white bean dip.This bean dip gets a Southwest twist with the addition of chipotle peppers, chili powder, and even a pinch of cayenne. It is easy to make and ready in less than 10 minutes. I soaked and cooked the white bean myself, but if you prefer you could use a low sodium canned variety. I also toasted a little whole wheat bread to serve the dip, but tortilla chips or pits would work great also!
Simple Caprese Appetizers
Today I made Simple Caprese Appetizers. I used fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, and threw in a little prosciutto for a fun twist. All I did was sprinkle them with salt and pepper and drizzle them with a little balsamic vinegar and they are good to go! Simple, Easy, Delicious!!!
Turkey Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
This week we are doing a week of holiday appetizers! Our next couple of posts will feature easy, clean appetizers for the holiday season. We will begin with this super easy two ingredient appetizer – Turkey Bacon Brussels Sprouts Since I spent Thanksgiving week with my inlaws, I’m hosting my family this week for a…
Kale Pesto Deviled Eggs
So, I had this amazing locally grown Kale that I got at the Farm Market this week. I bought it because the 4 year old requested Kale Chips. But it was A LOT of kale, so I was also able to do more. I kept seeing recipes for spinach pesto and said – hey why…
Pumpkin Butter – Easy, Simple Thanksgiving Treat
I’ve been trying to figure out what to bring to my in-laws for Thanksgiving. Jessica and I discussed a couple of options and came to the Pumpkin Butter idea! It worked out perfectly because the local Farm Market had these amazing Heirloom Pumpkins that were grown locally. The seeds originated in Italy many many years ago. I assume they were brought over by an immigrant. They look nothing like pumpkins the but inside is a beautiful, dark orange and made a beautiful Pumpkin Butter.
Spinach Pesto
I am a pesto addict. I think it might be the perfect sauce. it has everything a great sauce should…nuts, cheese, herbs, and pretty colors. For the longest time I only ever made traditional pesto, but recently I have decided to branch out! Here is one of my newest addictions…Spinach Pesto! It is delicious! And a great way to use up that extra spinach in our fridge. Trust me, once you try it, you will be a convert as well!!!