I’ve been busy preparing some of our favorite recipes to show you that we are going to have for the holiday. When I have company over for the 4th of July I want food that is easy to put together, but filling and fun. With parades, activities, family time, and fire works it’s the only way to go. Here’s my menu and recipes for the upcoming 4th of July.
Be sure to stop over and see 4th of July Recipes 2 and 4th of July Recipes 3.
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I’ve always been a fan of coconut. I remember my dad buying whole coconuts at the grocery store, breaking it open, and giving all of us a piece to eat. I know for many it’s an acquired taste or many just don’t care for it. But, did you know it’s considered a SUPER FOOD? Coconut comes in many forms and I think everyone can find a form of it that they like. There is coconut oil, coconut milk, coconut flour, and plain old flaked coconut. I love it! One of my favorite’s is coconut gelato.
I’ve been gathering some recipes using this amazing food and wanted to share.
A month or so ago I posted about my goal for this year. You can find it here. I didn’t mention much other than I want to become a better and healthier me. I thought I would share how I’m trying to change my eating habits. At my age I am pretty in tune with my body and I know what works and what doesn’t work. Here’s a few things I know:
So, to start this year and become more healthy I am trying to change a few things at a time and not changing everything all at once. This is what works best for me. Right now I am pretty much eating like I normally do except:
These are my first changes. I will be doing more here soon. I wanted to make the above a habit before moving on. My next steps:
A few months ago, Jessica was telling me about Steel Cut Oats. Have you heard of these? It’s whole oats cut in small pieces. Highly nutritious, high in fiber and low in fat with virtually no sugar or sodium. I found some in the bulk food section at Winco Foods and got three cups (12 servings cooked) for less than a dollar so I gave them a try. I find that it’s more filling and better tasting than rolled oats and it’s got a nutty taste that I really like. It does take about 20 minutes to cook but it’s worth it.
I was introduced to crepes by my husband who lived in Belgium for two years. I was hooked. They are extremely versatile and can be served savory or sweet or both in the same meal. We’ve used them for special occasions because they are so very delicious, but they are so easy. Some people feel like they are too complicated, but it’s just the opposite. Give them a try! And because they are French doesn’t that make them a perfect idea for a romantic dinner or breakfast in bed?
