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I'm Back!

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 22:20:00 +0000

I know it has been forever since I have posted, but I am going to try to get back on track! Here is a summary of what has been going on:

1) New Job! In January I started a new job as an Oncology Dietitian. I have absolutely loved every minute of working with cancer patients. Yes, it is difficult sometimes, but mostly the job is extremely rewarding. I have the opportunity to see my patients everyday and contribute to their treatment outcomes. I work most closely with patients that have head and neck cancers, but I also see people with breast cancer, colorectal cancers, prostate cancers, etc. I have learned so much, and I look forward to continuing to learn more.

2) More jobs... When I accepted my job as an Oncology Dietitian I was in the middle of working with a few clients at the Campus Recreation Center, so I continued working with them for the next few months. Additionally, I had already committed to teaching a class at UAB. Having 3 jobs at once was incredibly challenging, but I completed both obligations and while I am enjoying some extra time, I will miss the extra pay check!

3) Honeymoon Trip to the British Virgin Islands. William and I delayed our honeymoon trip because we just had to much to going on at the time. Instead, we took a beautiful 3 day trip to the mountains after the wedding. This was such a great decision! In March, we took a break from reality and finally made it paradise for one of the best weeks of our lives. We went to a small island called Jost Van Dyke which is part of the BVI. We discovered White Bay Villas through Living Social and it was amazing! I would definitely recommend this trip.

4) Baby Porter. William and I have always wanted a chocolate lab and we always said that we would get one once we had a fenced in backyard. We always had reasons to put this off, but after a nudge from William's cousin Brennan we found Porter. He was the runt of the litter and I was immediately in love. [Hint: Do not go look at puppies, you will leave with one!] Porter is now 15 weeks and has completely won us over. We think he is extremely smart although we may be slightly biased. We have even enrolled him in puppy school at Pet Smart.

5) Everyday is a new adventure. We have had many exciting events to celebrate this spring. For Easter, our friend Lauren was confirmed in the Catholic church and we loved having William's family in town to celebrate. We celebrated my brother Andrew's graduation in Asheville in May. We had a wonderful time visiting with family and friends and wished the weekend would have lasted longer. In April, we traveled to Atlanta to celebrate my friend Shalini's wedding. Shalini was a friend from graduate school and it was wonderful to reunite with the graduate cohort. Recently, we traveled to William's home in Silverhill for Memorial Day. We enjoyed dinners on Mobile Bay, taking Porter swimming on Fish River, and spending time with family. Also, Brennan, William's cousin and best friend, finally popped the question to his girlfriend Lauren. We could not be happier for these two wonderful people!

Thanks for reading!

Elizabeth

Happy New Year!

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 15:38:00 +0000

Today is the last day of 2012 and I cannot help but to be a little sentimental when it comes to saying goodbye to the best year of my life [so far]. I am usually quite ready to start on the next year and newest journey in my life, but this one is different. Let me explain:

In 2012....

I graduated from Georgia State with my Master's Degree in Health Sciences

I completed my dietetic internship- 1200 hours of supervised practice

Completed a Master's Thesis- "Point-of-Selection Intervention Using a Digital Menu at a Dining Hall for Southeaster College Freshmen"

Presenting our research:

Moved to the Birmingham, Alabama for my husband's awesome job opportunity!

Our new house in Homewood:

Passed my RD Exam!

Got married to the love of my life, William, and became Mrs. Milne!

With the support of the most wonderful family!

I can't wait for another year of exciting opportunities and adventures. I am so grateful for the amazing friends and family members that continue to support me, and are always there for me through the ups and downs. And for the love of God let's hope that 2013 is a better year for AUBURN FOOTBALL!!!

When Life Gives You Oranges...

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 20:32:00 +0000

....Make Marmalade

We left Silverhill, William's home, with bags full of oranges, satsumas, and grapefruits. With that much citrus fruit we had to get creative before they went bad. And so we made preserves. This was relatively easy to do, but I will make one suggestion- Make sure you have all necessary equipment.

We bought this mandoline from William-Sonoma with a gift certificate we had from the wedding. I am OBSESSED! You can slice anything with it!

After slicing the oranges/satsumas, we quartered them.

And then we cooked them adding sugar and lemon zest.

After cooking them for an hour we put them in jars. Very important to have a jar funnel, jar tongs, and a deep pot. You boil these jars so that a seal is created and your marmalade stays fresh. We made the mistake of thinking our pots were deep enough and we had to run back to the store to buy a bigger stock pot.

It such a fun project and we are excited to be able to give some of the marmalade as Christmas gifts.

We followed Alton Brown's Orange Marmalade recipe. It was simple, easy, and it turned out DELICIOUS!

Enjoy!

Elizabeth Milne

Leftover Turkey Anyone?

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:12:00 +0000

Thanksgiving ended and the turkey remained. In a desperate attempt to use it all up I did two things this week.

1) My favorite part about Thankgiving is the leftover turkey sandwiches. Nothing tastes better than a sandwich with a thin spread of mayo, chunks of white turkey meat, and a little cranberry on top! In an effort to save time with sandwich prep, I made a turkey salad that could easily be spread on a few whole grain crackers. Here is the recipe:

2 cups shredded leftover turkey meat
2 stalks celery, sliced
1/4 cup of dried cranberries
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon of mustard Creole mustard
Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions:

In a medium bowl, toss turkey, celery, cranberries, mayo, mustard together. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Serve on whole grain bread or crackers.

2) I also try to make a casserole or soup every week. Some sort of dish that will last us throughout the week.. This week I made Turkey Tetrazzini. William LOVED it and it was gone quite quickly! I got the recipe from Rachel Ray, but adapted it a little bit. Here is my version:

12 ounces of egg noodles
Salt and pepper
5 tablespoons butter
12 ounces of pre-sliced white mushrooms
1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
2 cups of leftover turkey meat
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk 1 cup chicken broth
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup frozen peas and carrots

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Cook the pasta according to package directions until just barely al dente; drain.

Add 2 tbsp. butter to the skillet. Add the mushrooms and Italian Seasoning; season with salt and pepper. Cook until the mushrooms start to soften, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and add the leftover turkey.

Melt the remaining 3 tbsp. butter in the skillet. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and broth and bring to a boil, then simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken. Stir in 1/2 cup parmesan and the peas and carrots. Season with salt and pepper.

Add the pasta and turkey-mushroom mixture to the sauce and toss well to combine. Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan. Bake until the top is golden-brown and the sauce is bubbling, 12 to 15 minutes (shorten the baking time by at least 5 minutes if youre planning on freezing this for later).

I hope this helps answer the question, "What the heck am I going to do with all of this turkey!?"

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Five Favorite Fall Food Trends: Stuffed Shells

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 14:52:00 +0000

And I am back! William and I celebrated Thanksgiving with his family in Silverhill, Alabama. We enjoyed visiting with family and friends, and we are looking forward to our next visit!

Now for my last "Favorite Fall Food Trend," stuffed shells! As we transition from fall to winter we put away our grills and fire up those ovens. I have found stuffed shells to be a creative and fun way to serve dinner. A few of my favorite recipes are Taco Stuffed Shells from Budget Bytes, and Spinach and Tuna Stuffed Shells by Martha Stewart. (see pictures below)

With the taco stuffed shells, you could substitute the ground beef for ground turkey, or just double up on the beans for a vegetarian dish.

I also cannot wait to try this recipe for Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells by Inspired Taste. Holy yummmm!

If you are like me and get tired of a dish after a few rounds of leftovers, I recommend using two smaller casserole dishes. Place one dish in the over and the other in the freezer for later.

Enjoy!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Friday Finds: Christmas Gifts

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:52:00 +0000

Need Christmas gift ideas? Check out Southern Living's List of Gift Ideas! Which includes gifts for her, gifts for him, gifts for $50 or less, gifts for $25 or less, and stocking stuffer ideas. Some of my favorites:

FOR HER
Anything from Haymarket Designs- crazy cute monogrammed items, including these fabulous wine totes!

Source: haymarketdesigns.com via Elizabeth on Pinterest

FOR HIM
Wooden Six-Pack Carrier- This is the perfect gift for a beer lover, especially if its filled with local, craft beers- So handsome!

$50 OR LESS
How beautiful are these Monogrammed Antique Plates?

$25 OR LESS
1,0001 Ways to Cook Southern- Yes ma'am! Please and thank you :)

STOCKING STUFFER
Hand Crafted Stirring Paddles- These are beautiful, practical, and would fit inside a stocking perfectly [and they're from Alabama!]

I hope this made your Christmas gift list a bit easier, Merry Christmas y'all!

Elizabeth Milne

Christmas Ornament Wreath

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 14:36:00 +0000

I am so excited to be able to decorate our house for Christmas this year. So excited that I decided to get a little crafty despite the fact I am not a crafty person. I found this pin on pinterest and thought I may be able to handle this project...

Source: eddieross.com via Elizabeth on Pinterest

I bought the glass balls from Dollar Tree, and the whole wreath probably cost me about $8.00. [And now I have one less wire hanger in my house!] I bought all silver and gold balls, but I bought them in different sizes and finishes- glitter, matte, shiny, etc. I also skipped the step with the hot glue gun, and none of the balls have fallen off just yet. And here is the finished product...

Just need to add the stockings...

Happy (early) Holidays!

Elizabeth Milne

Five Favorite Fall Food Trends: Breakfast

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 13:47:00 +0000

We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but there seems to be something about cold weather that makes a warm breakfast that much more imperative. My Pinterest boards agree, and I have found these must-try recipes that will get you out of bed and into the kitchen:

Breakfast Omelet Muffins- These would so cute to serve at a holiday brunch!

Source: neatpins.com via Elizabeth on Pinterest

Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole- Just add the ingredients that evening and wake up to a delicious breakfast, perfect for Christmas morning!

Source: allkindsofyumm.com via Elizabeth on Pinterest

Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Pizza- This is an awesome alternative to your traditional breakfast casserole, and you can add all sorts of your own favorite toppings :)

Source: smells-like-home.com via Mick on Pinterest

Enjoy!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Monday Mood Music

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:25:00 +0000

Five songs that will make your Monday just a bit better:

1) Frou Frou- Let Go
2) Florence and The Machine- Shake it Out
3) DJ Fresh- Gold Dust (Flux Pavillion Remix)
4) Feist- Mushaboom
5) Jem- It's Amazing

Five Favorite Fall Food Trends: Stuffed Vegetables

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:31:00 +0000

3) Stuffed Seasonal Veggies

Seasonal fall vegetables like butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and acorn squash are AMAZING on their own... So how can they get any better? The answer is found in these recipes:

Kale and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Twice Baked Butternut Squash

Quinoa and Pistachio Stuffed Acorn Squash

Is your mouth watering yet?

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Friday Finds

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:12:00 +0000

Happy Friday! Here are a few of my favorite finds this week:

NewlyMaid- This is a website where you can purchase a classic, little black dress at a discounted price in exchange for an old bridesmaid dress. Ingenious!

Kate Spade for Paperless Post- I used Paperless Post for my Save-the-Dates, and I became obsessed. So when I saw that Kate Spade was going to be designing for this brilliant, electronic card service I felt I must share!

Glitter Guide's Top 20 Drugstore Beauty Products- Although there certainly is a time and a place for expensive beauty products, this list outlines twenty products that won't break the bank.

Looks like this will be a perfect weekend to do a little online shopping, create this year's Christmas card, or indulge in some inexpensive, beauty treatments ;)

Five Favorite Fall Food Trends: Pumpkin

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 19:26:00 +0000

Photo Source

2) Pumpkin Flavored ANYTHING

Whenever I see the word "pumpkin" in a recipe or menu item I must have it! Lucky for me, this delicious ingredients has been popping up all over Pinterest. Some of my personal favorites:

Baked Pumpkin Donuts (see picture)

Pumpkin Butter

Low-Fat Pumpkin Cake Bars

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bread

If you have some pumpkin puree on hand try these recipes! And don't stop. Add some pumpkin to your traditional cake mix, or pancake mix for a ton of Vitamin A and a delicious flavor. I also find pumpkin beverages, like Pumpkin Ale and Pumpkin Spice Lattes, irresistible! Don't forget to ask for non-fat versions though...

Enjoy!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Five Favorite Fall Food Trends: Slow Cooker Soups

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 20:09:00 +0000

Easy soup recipes that cook all day and are ready for you when you walk in the door? Yes please! Everyone is obsessed with fall soups and and slow cooker recipes, so as you can imagine this pin for the "Top 10 Soups You Can Make in the Crock Pot" has been quite popular. Want more? Check out Slow Cooker Recipes by My Recipes and 20 Slow Cooker Soups for more great ideas.

Soups are a great way to get a ton of vegetables, but watch out for excess sodium by using low-sodium broths and bases. When possible, skip that extra sprinkle of salt.

Keep checking back for the other fall food trends including stuffed seasonal veggies, pumpkin recipes, and more!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

photo source: http://www.cookincanuck.com/2011/11/hearty-chicken-stew-with-butternut-squash-quinoa-recipe/

Wedding Images

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 16:08:00 +0000

These are a collection of pictures that I snapped during the wedding planning, I thought I would share a few moments of the most exciting time of my life:

Bridal manicures are a must! There will be a lot of people looking at your hands. And you will find yourself looking at them too! After I got engaged, I stared at my ring constantly, it was perfect!

A little Proseco goes a long way! After a busy day of planning my Mom and I enjoyed an afternoon glass of Prosecco. It was the perfect way to relax and spend time together.

And yes it does taste better in Waterford crystal glasses!

Bride and Groom tumblers given to us as a Valentine's present from my best friend and Maid of Honor

Shoes!

My grandfather's wedding band that my husband now wears. Such a special ring,

Bridesmaid gifts: monogrammed button down shirts to wear when getting ready

Hotel Welcome bags- Created by my wonderful aunt

Worn out from wedding planning-an afternoon nap is important

Huggers for the rehearsal dinner

bridesmaid, groomsmen, and flower girl gifts

Unlike me, my dog had no problem getting some good sleep!

Couch to 5k: The Milne Way

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 20:36:00 +0000

Let me start this post off with the fact that I really want to be a runner! I want to be one of those people who casually runs 5 miles one afternoon. Or signs up for half marathons on the weekend. I am absolutely not that person! I love a long, brisk walk, but when it comes time for me to actually run I am absolutely pathetic. My husband always tells me I am extremely goal-oriented, if I set my mind to getting something done, it usually gets done. So that is why I have set my first running goal- a 5k.

This is what we have been up to:

Our first route was a total of 4.3 miles, and I loved it because the route was in a neighborhood and we could look at the different houses, people, etc. We ran 0.75 out of the 4.3 miles, which was really hard at the time, but became easier.

Because of the amount of traffic at 5 pm we switched routes to the Samford Trail along Lakeshore Drive. This is a total of 3.25 miles. We started running a mile, and now we are up to 1.25 miles. The goal is to add a quarter of a mile each week, but that has actually turned into a quarter mile every 2 weeks.

When we are able to actually run about 2.5 miles, we plan on signing up for our first 5k! I know this sounds so easy for some, but getting into shape is hard work. I think anyone who is trying to become a runner, or just become more active should simply remember that any little step you take (even if it is just a few) is so much better than just sitting on your lazy butt. Be proud of your little successes, and don't be intimidated by the iron man that just ran past you!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Recipe Report: Red Beans and Rice

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 19:52:00 +0000

Red beans and rice is one of the go-to, comfort food recipes in the Milne household. My favorite part about this recipe is the fact that you can make it on a Sunday night and eat it throughout the week, and it just gets better and better!

Red Beans and Rice:
Yield- 8-10 servings
Prep Time- 20 minutes
Cook Time- 2 hours

3 Celery Stalks
2 Bell Peppers
1 Medium Yellow Onion
1 Tbsp Garlic
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
5 cans Red Beans
1 lb Smoked Link Sausage (we use a local favorite, Conecuh)
1 Tbsp Thyme
4 Bay Leaves
Salt and Pepper
2 cups Long Grain Rice

Suggested Toppings:
Fritos
Cheddar Cheese
Hot Sauce

Directions:
1) Dice the celery, pepper, and garlic.
2) Heat the olive oil on low and add the diced celery, pepper, and garlic.
3) Slice the sausage into bite size pieces and brown in a separate pan.
4) Then add the browned sausage and the 5 cans of red beans to the celery, pepper, and garlic.
5) Add the thyme, bay leaves, and salt and pepper to taste (I do not rinse my beans so I do not add salt)
6) Let simmer for approximately 2 hours to let all the flavors soak in
7) About 15 minutes before eating prepare the rice according to package
8) Add your desired toppings, and enjoy!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Use What You Have: Tomato & Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 19:51:00 +0000

Last night was definitely a use what you have kind of night, and I've realized if you have cheese in your fridge you can you usually avoid the grocery store. So with a can of condensed tomato soup and some slices of provolone cheese we were inspired to create the classic tomato soup with grilled cheese dinner.

Luckily, my husband is a chef and brilliantly decided to saute some mushrooms to add to the soup. We added the mushrooms to olive oil, splashed a little red wine into the mix, and finished them off with a little garlic, ground pepper, and oregano, and ta da-- amazing! We then added the mushrooms along with a splash of cream to the soup, and topped it off with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and fresh basil from the garden.

We made the grilled cheese in the same pan as the mushrooms so the bread was able to soak in some of the already existing flavors. Good move on the part of the hubs. A few minutes later we had a complete dinner. See below. So look around your pantry, clean out some of the items in your fridge that are about to go bad, do a little experimenting, and enjoy the time and money you will save not having to go to the store. #usewhatyouhave

Sauteed Mushrooms

And the meal is complete!

Have a great week,

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Wedding Videos

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 19:11:00 +0000

So since my blog is about the adventures of a newlywed, I thought I would go back to the day it started... Enjoy!

Introducing....

And a good night it was....

This will probably be the new Georgia State- CP Progam promo video!

White people dancing... yes please!

This will probably be Julia and Cutler's video Save the Date someday....

And the night's almost over

The Grand Finale

What a great time, so thankful for the friends and family that were able to join us!

Elizabeth Milne

Five Steps to Healthy (Step 5)

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 21:45:00 +0000

So here it is, the final piece to the puzzle- the fifth way to be healthy:

Plan Ahead- Here is how I do it:

First, I find one large recipe that we can eat for the rest of the week, for example potato soup.
Then, I find some other recipes that will help use the rest of the ingredients I have on hand. For example, with the leftover carrots and celery I made buffalo chicken lettuce wraps.
Also, I always have those easy go-to-meals like spaghetti or grilled cheese and tomato soup.
Once I have collected all of the recipes recipes, I make a list of all the ingredients you need. Then go through my pantry and fridge to see if there are any ingredients I already have. This also saves some money (very important)!
With the leftovers from the larger meals I go ahead and put each serving in its own individual container. This saves a ton of time when packing lunches the next day. And it will prevent those days where you say, "I'll just go out to eat today, because I don't have time to pack a lunch."
Eating food away from food can be higher in calories and fat, therefore looking up the menu ahead of time can be helpful in finding healthy choices before the overwhelming smell of greasy fries gets the best of you. Many restaurants have nutrition information that can also help.
Don't stop with the food either. Planning ahead for exercise, appointments, etc. will help lower your stress and feel better. For work I use my google calendar on my iphone and my computer, and for personal plans I use my Maybook (see below).

Obsessed!

The Inside

Good luck planning!

Elizabeth Milne MS, RD, LD

Five Steps to Healthy (Steps 3 & 4)

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 21:08:00 +0000

3. Measure It

Yes, check the serving size, break out your measuring cups, and measure it out. This does not mean you can only eat one serving, but if you do eat more you will have to account for the extra calories. So if the above label was the one for your food, and you had two cups, you would consume 90 calories. Pretty simple math, but often forgotten.

The great thing about measuring your food is that you get used to what servings should look like. That way when you receive a heaping pasta dish at a restaurant you realize you are actually consuming 1,000 calories, and go ahead and request the to-go box.

Great news- you don't need to spend a whole lot of money on getting your own set- measuring cups are $1 at Dollar Tree!

4. Get moving

Everyone knows they should exercise, but man how we can come up with excuses not to. Lately, I have started walking/running with the husband every afternoon Monday-Thursday. We usually do about 3 miles total- 1 mile actually running. Every week we run a little more, and I have to say I have been feeling much better!

My advice for exercise is to set specific goals. Use apps like Map My Run to figure out distances. Also, consider your schedule. Husband and I have tried to run in the morning and it just doesn't happen. We also are out of town or busy with other plans on the weekend so we don't plan on exercising those days.

For those living in the Birmingham area, we run on the Lakeshore Trail. It is so much better than running on the streets and having to worry about 5 o'clock traffic.

Be Well,

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Five Steps to Healthy (steps 1 & 2)

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 14:45:00 +0000

Are you interested in losing weight? Being healthier? Or just feeling better? Well here are my five favorite recommendations to achieve this. These tips are not magical nutrition drinks, or fad diets, but they are easy, and lead to long term results.

1) Use Your Head

If you follow my blog you know that I love the concept of mindful eating. The simple idea of eating when you are hungry and stopping when you're full may seem too easy... But it's not. How many times do you go out to dinner and eat until you are so stuffed you can barely move, and you are tempted to unbutton your jeans in order to be able to breathe? Yep, we have all been there. Assessing your hunger throughout your meal can help you avoid feeling too full, and can avoid adding pounds over time.

A few years ago I read the book, French Women Don't Get Fat. Mireille Guiliano discusses the importance of enjoying quality food- for example, savoring a good piece of bread, instead of scarfing down a whole loaf. I definitely recommend this read because she illustrates a beautiful picture of French culture while providing advice for better eating.

For more info visit the eat, drink, and be mindful website.

2) Keep A Record

It is true, "write it down, lose more pounds." Research has shown that those who keep a food record lose more weight than their non-record keeping counterparts.

You can write it down by hand using my favorite notebooks, Maybooks (see below). Or you could use a printable food log found online.

If your iphone or android is glued to you at all times, consider using a fitness or weight loss app like My Fitness Pal. I will be downloading this app for my personal use next so keep checking the blog for reviews, tips, and advice.

So get started and check back tomorrow for the next three steps to healthy...

Stay Healthy!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

21 Day Challenge: Day 3

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 19:23:00 +0000

Day 3: The Tupperware Cabinet

Well since my little, galley kitchen doesn't have its own Tupperware cabinet, I had all the Tupperware in a cluttered mess under my sink. Using bins from the dollar store I got everything put away.

By the way Dollar Tree is my new happy place, there is so much good stuff for a dollar! I got 2 bins, a shoe box container, 2 cereal containers, 2 toothbrushes, shower cleaner, a cheese grater, 16 tea candles (for pumpkins), 4 small containers, and 1 large Tupperware container for 10 dollars. Can you say amazing?

Before

After!

Under the sink

Just remember, everything in your house needs a place, happy organizing!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Use What You Have: Basil Spaghetti With Cheesy Broiled Tomatoes

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 12:36:00 +0000

It was Meatless Monday yesterday and the grocery store just wasn't happening. Luckily, I didn't even need to go! I went to my pinterest boards and found the perfect recipe for the all of the tomatoes in my refrigerator: Basil Spaghetti with Cheesy Broiled Tomatoes from Real Simple. The most time consuming part of preparation was boiling the pasta! Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of this dish before I devoured it, but this is from the original website:

Delicious!

I also want to point out that October is National Vegetarian Awareness Month. I love eating vegetarian options not because I am against eating meat, but because I like to get as many vegetables into my meals as possible. And I am not suggesting that everyone give up meat, but I think it is a great idea to try to eat more vegetable-based dishes and skip the meat for a few nights this month. Let me know how it goes!

Happy October!

Elizabeth Milne, MS, RD, LD

Facebook Page

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 12:21:00 +0000

If you haven't already, please like the new facebook page for my blog. I will be posting blog updates and other information here instead of my personal facebook page. Thank you!

Elizabeth Milne MS, RD, LD

Weekend Update: Slice, Slow Cooker Potato Soup, and more...

noreply@blogger.com (Elizabeth) — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:29:00 +0000

Happy Monday yall! I hope you had a great weekend. On Friday night, William and I enjoyed a pizza on the patio of Slice Stone Pizza & Brew. We tried the Sausage and Peppers small plate and then chose the White Shadow Pizza for our entree. The pizza included garlic, onions, portabella mushroms, feta cheese, fresh parmesan, and truffle oil. Delicious!

On Saturday, we ventured to the grand opening of Hop City in Birmingham. We had 1/2 gallon growlers from Asheville that we needed to refill, and after sampling a few beers we decided on Highland Oatmeal Porter and the Naked Pig IPA.

Sunday, was a pretty lazy, rainy day, but we did go to the grocery store early to get ingredients for this tasty potato soup recipe I found on Budget Bytes. I loved this recipe because it was packed with vegetables, and not too fattening. It was wonderful to put everything in the crock pot and then watch movies for the rest of the day. I also was excited to use the chives from our herb garden.

Slow Cooker Potato Soup

The Oatmeal Porter from Hop City

Have a great week!

Elizabeth Milne MS, RD, LD