Matcha tea is a green that has its roots in Japan. It is a much brighter green than traditional green tea; it is also not clear, as the leaves are ground into a powdery green tea dust.  Matcha is whisked, not stirred, with not quite boiling water. The aroma is hard to miss; it … Continue reading Matcha

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Pumpkin, pumpkin, pumpkin…..this recipe makes about 1 cup with 196 calories, lots of antioxidants and a boost of protein. Plus, it tastes great! 1/3 c Pumpkin Pie Puree 1/2 c Almond Milk 1/2 small frozen banana 1/2 t chia seeds 1/2 t cacao nibs 2 ice cubes 1 scoop Protein Essentials Hydrolyzed Collagen Put everything … Continue reading Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

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Overnight oats are fast, healthy and delicious. You can use any applesauce that you like, we used the Protein Essentials Applesauce with Cranberries for this recipe. 1 1/2 c oats 1/2 c applesauce 1 c almond milk 1 t chia seeds 1 t cacao nibs 1 small pear 1 scoop Protein Essentials Hydrolyzed Collagen tiny … Continue reading Overnight Oats with Applesauce and Pears

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The flavors of apples and cranberries marry well together; they are both sweet and tart. The cranberry is slightly sweeter and tarter than the apple, and the cranberry has a nice depth of flavor that lifts the apple. Addditionally, less added sugar is necessary due to the natural sweetness of the cranberry. Cranberries are one … Continue reading Applesauce with Cranberries

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Beans have a lot of protein. They are easy to add to soups, stews and salads; and they are cheap! Even cheaper if you buy a package of beans, soak them, simmer them and freeze them. It is not hard, but it is a bit of a commitment. The reward is worth the effort. 1 … Continue reading Soaking Beans

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