Eating with Purpose

How to Cook Quinoa

Kristin Kons — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:35:58 +0000

If your looking for a rice substitute, then quinoa is it! It’s a complete protein that is very easy to digest and prepare. Quinoa cooks up light and fluffy in about 20 minutes. Check out the video to find out my tips and tricks to make it more nutritious and taste fantastic!

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Easy Quinoa Dinner

Kristin Kons — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:32:50 +0000

This is probably my most favorite quick and easy go-to meal! I usually make this 3 times a month with different variations. Why do I love it so much? Because all the ingredients can be tucked away in the pantry and freezer/refrigerator for those emergency days when you need something easy, haven’t been able to make it to the store or you have leftover veggies or meat that you need to use up.

This meal can be tailored to hundreds of different combinations. Depending on what’s going on in my life I modify the recipe to meet my nutritional needs…. or cravings! During times of stress I add in a few extra key ingredients which I talked about in my stress article. But today I’m going to share with you the simple version as a template. We will continue to work off of this recipe changing up the combinations to keep it exciting!

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4 Simple Steps to Combat Stress

Kristin Kons — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:00:37 +0000

A Stressful Day…. How I Eat with Purpose

You all are my friends, and this is what a blog is all about – I’m letting you into my world…. the good, the bad and the ugly, it’s LIFE! I thought this was a perfect example to share with you about when life happens; things get turned upside down and our stress goes through the roof. We are at a crossroads – the old me would have ordered a pizza and gone to the store to get a quart of ice cream and sulk, but thankfully these days my plan is a little different… not that I don’t have a little ice cream now and then!

Well, today was one of those days, so here’s 4 simple steps I use to support the whole body while under stress:

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How To Cook Creamy Buckwheat

Kristin Kons — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:03:55 +0000

Creamy buckwheat is the perfect substitute for oatmeal! It cooks in 10 minutes and is a complete protein, making it a fabulous healthy breakfast choice!

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Creamy Berry Buckwheat

Kristin Kons — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:35:57 +0000

I had to share this recipe in time for Valentine’s with the beautiful pinks, reds, and purples… and creamy, sweet taste! Not only is it a fun color that kids love, but it helps to strengthen the immune system and warm the bones on a cold winter’s morning.

Creamy buckwheat is a perfect substitute for oatmeal! Buckwheat is a seed, not a grain and a complete protein. It’s loaded with antioxidants (to keep us looking young) and fiber (to keep us looking trim). I also use my secret ingredient, kombu. A seaweed with no fishy taste, but lots of nutrition! It helps to nourish and boost energy, making it the perfect addition to a healthy breakfast.

Creamy Buckwheat cooks up in 10 minutes, so it’s the perfect option to get a healthy breakfast in a hurry. It’s also great to make ahead of time and just heat up in the morning.

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Chocolate Chia Tapioca with Coconut Whipped Cream

Kristin Kons — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:48:07 +0000

Lately this has been my favorite quick, healthy dessert… and sometimes even my breakfast, with no guilt involved because it is completely sugar-free! In the past, a holiday like Valentine’s Day would roll around and it would be my excuse to go crazy and eat whatever I wanted. I wouldn’t start out with that mentality, but after just one bite of sugar it’s like I turned into an unstoppable sugar-holic!

Now I can control my sugar cravings, they don’t control me! I don’t have the relentless physical sugar cravings I once did, thanks to Phase 1… now it’s more of a mental thing and I always make sure I have healthy options like this creamy, chocolaty tapioca pudding to satisfy me… nourishing my mind and body.

What I love most is that you can keep this already made up in your refrigerator and it’s a perfect treat to pull out when you want it. It’s rich and nutrient dense with the chia seeds and coconut milk.

I prefer the canned coconut milk vs. carton coconut milk for two reasons:

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Curried Cabbage with Chicken

Kristin Kons — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:03:02 +0000

Now hear me out, I have a decadent, chocolaty Valentine’s dessert coming up in a few days, but first we need to eat our veggies… you’ll be blown away by how tasty this is! I’m always looking for ways to add more raw vegetables into my diet… that I actually am excited to eat. In the winter months I usually don’t crave raw vegetables, but the warming effect of these spices make it a satisfying winter salad. This is definitely my favorite way to eat cabbage. This recipe is bursting with flavor… it’s crunchy, salty and tangy with the perfect blend of spices!

I happen to love curry, but if you don’t, seriously give this a try, it actually doesn’t taste much like curry at all! Curry is a blend of potent health promoting spices, (...)
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Almond Flour

Kristin Kons — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:51:48 +0000

Almond flour is definitely a star in grain-free, gluten-free baking. Yes, pancakes, muffins, cakes and flatbread can all be transformed into a healthy option! The term almond flour and almond meal are often used interchangeably. Depending on the brand, sometimes they are the same and other times they are not… we wonder why there is so much confusion out there!

How to select:

The main factor to look for when purchasing almond flour for my baking recipes is that it is blanched. This simply means the skin was removed. I usually would not approve of this because I like to eat food in it’s most whole form… but for baking it’s important. Blanched almond flour produces a lighter, fluffier texture that is so important when trying to replicate our family favorites. While unblanched almond flour (often referred to as almond meal) does have a slightly higher nutrition profile, it produces a heavier denser product… which is usually undesirable. Almond meal on average is more coarse, therefore impacting the texture of the finished product as well.

So since the terms almond flour and almond meal are often used interchangeably, different brands could produce slightly different results in your baking. (...)
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Nourishing Detox Broth

Kristin Kons — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 16:16:59 +0000

I know many of us are still trying to de-puff and get back on track after the holidays. Not only that but, we might be feeling a little run down and having a hard time fighting off that cold. Have no worries this broth is soothing and healing, just like grandma used to make… it will have you feeling better in no time!

Making bone broth was one of my most favorite things I learned in cooking school. I had no idea something so easy to make could have such incredible healing power! Now don’t get me wrong I buy broth most of the year, but in the winter there is nothing more strengthening and replenishing for the body. This is one of my secret weapons to(...)
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Phase 1 Food Special… don’t miss it!

Kristin Kons — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:48:51 +0000

Comfort Foods Made Healthy

Looking for some healthy quick, easy recipes… that are kid friendly too? Tune into “Know The Cause” tomorrow, Jan 10th for the Phase One Food Special! I’ve shared some BRAND NEW recipes that you can get at www.KnowTheCause.com and if you miss the show live catch it online right here. A whole 30 minutes all about how to make healthy food indulgent and delicious!! Let me know what you think… I’d love to hear from you!