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People often ask, what exactly do you DO as a dietitian!? Working for myself as a RD is fun, challenging, rewarding, and no two days are EVER the same! I spend most days in the kitchen developing recipes (my favorite ❤️) but you can also find me teaching classes, consulting, creating content, and traveling. Each week is often a mix of all the things and it always keeps me on my toes. Here’s a look at ONE day I was doing some contract work. Thanks for following along!

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    I HAVE A CONFESSION: I’m not into chocolate. Tha I HAVE A CONFESSION: I’m not into chocolate. That is, I don’t crave chocolate bars 🍫 or reach for chocolate chips to satisfy a sweet tooth. They honestly do nothing for me 😬🤷‍♀️ I don’t get hankerings for chocolate most of the time, that is, unless it is a decant, fudgy, chocolate LOADED dessert like these Double Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies (GF or not). Lightly crispy edges, chewy chocolatey centers and melty chocolate makes for a totally craveable dessert I’ll take any time. 

Ingredients: •1/2 cup salted butter, softened to room temperature •3/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar •1 large egg, at room temp •1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract •1 cup GF flour blend or all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled) •2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder •1 teaspoon baking soda •1/8 teaspoon salt (double if using unsalted butter) •1 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy) •1 heaping cup chocolate chips (we used dark chocolate but use your favorite!)

Directions: Mix dry ingredients together (minus chocolate chips); set aside. 

Using a hand or stand mixer, cream butter and sugar for 2 minutes, until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla and mix on high until combined. Reduce speed to low and gradually add in flour mixture. Increase speed to medium and add in milk, then chocolate chips. Mixture will be VERY sticky. Cover and chill 3-4 hours or overnight. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Scoop dough into 1 1/2-2” balls, rolling into rounds. Place 3” apart on a lined cookie sheet. Bake for 11-12 minutes (11 1/2 was our happy spot). Let cool for 8 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack. Enjoy!

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    Shop SMARTER not HARDER with these simple grocery Shop SMARTER not HARDER with these simple grocery shopping tips 🛒 to help you save money every time you shop!

🥞 Eat before you go! Shopping while hungry is a recipe for disaster. You’re more likely to sway from your list and spend more on snacky snacks than whole foods
📝 Make a list by shopping your fridge/pantry FIRST! Plan the week’s meals around foods you ALREADY HAVE at home! This helps cut spending and avoid unnecessary food waste
⏰ When able, shop during non-peak hours to avoid stress and rush so you won’t feel overwhelmed and make rash shopping decisions 
🍎 Produce like apples, potatoes, citrus, carrots, and onions are much less expensive in bulk versus buying individually. These heartier produce options also tend to last longer than other produce and are less likely to spoil too soon
🥫Grab those store brand cans! There’s no shame in the canned food game, especially when it comes to generic labeled items. You’ll save significantly and enjoy the same high quality food product!
🫐Stretch your dollar by buying produce in a variety of fresh, frozen, canned, and dried forms. Having a mix of fresh, frozen, and shelf stable options ensures you’ve got produce to last you all week and you’re less likely to waste. Frozen and canned options also often cost less than their fresh counterparts.

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    Calling all cashew butter fans! 📣 We’ve got t Calling all cashew butter fans! 📣 We’ve got the beach 🏖 on our minds with this Pineapple-Coconut Cashew Butter! Creamy cashew butter with pops of fruity flavor, this butter makes a fun toast topper or dip for fruit, pretzels, cookies, yogurt, and so much more!

Butter dEats: •2 1/2 cups roasted, unsalted cashews •1 1/3 cups freeze dried pineapple •3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut NOTE: for a smooth butter without coconut texture, replace shredded coconut with 1 tbsp coconut oil •1/8 tsp salt 

Directions: add cashews to a food processor. Blend on high for 5-6 minutes, scrapping down as needed until smooth. Note: nut butters take patience to make! It will look crumbly and dry for a while before turning smooth. Don’t give up! Once smooth, add pineapple and coconut or coconut oil. Blend until you reach desired consistency. Enjoy!

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    Bento box lunch inspo for home or on-the-go! Fille Bento box lunch inspo for home or on-the-go! Filled with protein, healthy fats, flavor and fiber to keep you satisfied all afternoon. 

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•roasted herbed chicken 
•tomatoes & olives drizzled with olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper
•cucumbers
•hummus
* @sietefoods Mexican wedding cookies - hit up @costco for the big bags of these!

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    Kicking off the week with these Key Lime Pie Bars! Kicking off the week with these Key Lime Pie Bars! Cool, creamy, sweet, and perfectly tart, these bars are the perfect slice of sunshine to start your week off right!

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* 1 3/4 cups crushed Graham crackers (we ❤️ @pamelasproducts )
* 6 tbsp butter, melted
* 3 egg yolks, no whites
* 1-14 oz. can condensed milk (DF friends can use @naturescharm )
* 1/2 cup key lime juice ( we use @nellieandjoes when fresh aren’t available)
* Whipped cream and lime zest, for topping

Directions: combine Graham crackers and butter in a bowl and stir well to combine. Press into a 8x8 pan lined with parchment paper and press gently. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool. While crust cools, prepare filling. Using a stand or hand mixer, whip eggs for 4-5 minutes, until thickened. Add condensed milk and continue mixing for another 3-4 minutes. Add lime juice and stir well to combine. Add filling to crust and bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees. Let cool for 30 minutes before transferring to fridge to chill for 2-3 hours. When ready to serve, slice into squares and top with whipped topping and fresh lime zest. Enjoy!

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    It’s March which means it’s officially Ataulfo It’s March which means it’s officially Ataulfo (aka Honey 🍯) Mango Season!!! Known for their delicate, sweet, creamy flavor, these are a tropical delight, with a peak season running March-July. This Strawberry Mango “Salsa” with a Honey-Lime Vinaigrette is one of our favorite ways to enjoy them. Zesty, perfectly sweet, and BURSTING with big juicy flavor, it’s a perfect topper for chicken, fish, tacos, yogurt (yup!), cinnamon chips, and so much more. Better yet, it whips together in just minutes! 

Ingredients
* 1 ripe honey/ataulfo mangos, diced 
* 2 cups strawberries, diced
* 1 ripe avocado, diced
* 2 kiwi, diced
Honey-Lime Vinaigrette
* 2 tablespoon olive oil
* 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice + zest of 1/2 lime
* 2 tsp honey
* 1 pinch salt

Instructions: Whisk vinaigrette ingredients together. Taste and adjust seasonings per preference. Dice fruit and add to a mixing bowl. Pour vinaigrette over top and gently toss to mix. Enjoy immediately or store for up to 2 days.

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    Monday is for Cheesy Broccoli Chicken MAC! This up Monday is for Cheesy Broccoli Chicken MAC! This upgraded dish is quick, creamy, delicious, and ready in 30 ⏰ It’s an upgraded dish your whole fam will love! 
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Ingredients (serves approx. 4-5): •1 1/4 cup favorite dry macaroni or rotini pasta •1 lb fresh or frozen broccoli or cauliflower florets •2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie or pre-cooked sausages work too!) •homemade cheese sauce (2 tbsp butter + 2 tbsp flour (whole wheat or GF) + 2 cups milk + 1 1/2-1 3/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese + pinch of each, garlic and onion powders, salt, and pepper) •extra cheese and panko for topping, optional 
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Directions: cook pasta until al dente. When pasta is nearly done, add in fresh or frozen broccoli florets to the water during the last minute to quickly blanch. Drain pasta and broccoli and toss lightly with olive oil to avoid sticking; set aside. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add in flour and stir for 1-2 minutes to “cook out” raw flour taste, careful not to burn. Slowly whisk in milk. Stir continuously until sauce thickens and bubbles, approximately 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat and add in cheese and seasonings; stir until fully combined. Combine pasta, broccoli, shredded chicken, and cheese sauce in an oven safe dish. Add shredded cheese on top (and panko if desired for crunch) and bake at 375 for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

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