Finding Joy in Eating

Finding Joy in Eating Have we lost the joy of eating? I think many of us have. I know I did for some time. We live in a culture that praises restricting, counting, and limiting and so we have lost the joy in eating. Much of the praise we see from our culture stems from underlying goals of weight loss and trying to achieve a certain aesthetic. We begin to search for anything that will help us achieve this and we often choose a particular meal plan or “diet” that…

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Black Bean Enchilada Casserole

Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas

Black Bean Enchilada Casserole This black bean enchilada casserole is helping me lean a little more plant-based. Many of you know that I did a genetic test a few years ago showing my metabolism may benefit if I “lean more plant-based”. So, for the last 3 years I have worked to incorporate more meatless meals into my diet. I actually love eating this way! Don’t get me wrong, every once and a while I LOVE a good cheeseburger…BUT, I want to continue sharing with you some of these recipes that…

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