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Tips for Keeping Those New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Grace

With the turn of the year many of us made New Year’s resolutions.  Sadly, by February only 63% of people say they are keeping those resolutions.  One reason it’s hard to keep resolutions is that we try to rid ourselves of certain behaviors rather than adding or replacing behaviors.  Here are some tips for keeping those resolutions for the rest of the year:

  1. Baby steps- don’t set unreachable goals.  You’ll have more success if you set goals you can realistically attain.  It may help to set interim goals from beginning to end goal.
  2. Create distractions- plan errands, go exercise, or visit friends during down time to avoid temptation to deviate from your goals.
  3. Get a friend to join you- having someone else to keep you motivated will likely be more fun and more successful.
  4. Track your progress- take notes along the way, keep a food diary, create a budget, or write down your feelings.
  5. Allow mistakes- don’t let little mishaps mess up your whole plan.  It’s okay to mess up now and then, just keep at it the rest of the time.
  6. Make a pros and cons list- keep track of the positive gains you receive from change and remind yourself of the negatives of past behaviors.
  7. Tell others your resolution- if other people know what your goal is they can help keep you on top of it.
  8. Give yourself small rewards- allow yourself mini celebrations when you’ve made significant progress on your goals.
  9. Make it cost you- whether it’s getting up earlier or paying for a trainer investments may make it more worth your while.
  10. Don’t give up- we’ve heard before it takes 30 days to make a new habit.  After that it’ll be a piece of cake.

 

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7 Tips for a Greener Thanksgiving

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Grace
  1. Use either reusable or compostable dishware- Using real dishes and cloth napkins helps save the environment.  If the last thing you want to do after cooking all day is wash a mound of utensils, opt for compostable silverware instead of contributing a mound of plastic utensils to the landfill.
  2. Buy local- Purchase as many ingredients as possible at your local farmers market.  The food is farm fresh, in season, and your local farmers can help you pick the best of the bunch.  Plus, you’ll be supporting your local community.
  3. Serve meatless dishes- Let people opt out of turkey this year.  Serve a protein rich side dish that can double as a main dish. Try a mushroom and butternut squash casserole or a hearty bean soup.
  4. Don’t forget about leftovers- Leftover turkey makes for great sandwiches and soups.  Share your leftovers with guests or find a neighborhood kitchen that will take leftovers to serve to those in need of a warm meal.  Compost any additional food scraps that can’t be eaten.
  5. Watch your electricity use- Turn off unnecessary lights when the room isn’t in use.  Let the body heat and oven warm up the house so you can turn down the thermostat.  If watching football is a must, try turning the TV off while the game isn’t on, including half time.
  6. Decorate with nature- Fall gives us beautifully foliage.  Make bouquets of fall leaves and flowers.  Small pumpkins and unshelled nuts can add a nice accent to the centerpiece.
  7. Serve fair trade coffee- If coffee and pie go hand in hand in your household, try a fair trade blend!  Fair trade means farmers are paid fair wages.

 

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Origami Wraps Ham & Cheese “Sandwich”

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Chef Tracy

It’s getting that fall nip in the air! Treat your kids to a warm and comfort food that good for you snack. Delight them with our healthy Ham & Cheese “sandwich” on Tomato or Red Bell Pepper Wrap.

Delicious for them; quick and easy to prepare for you.

Origami Wraps Ham & Cheese “sandwich”

2 cups prepared white or brown short grain rice

2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1 package cooked ham, thinly sliced

1 pack salami, thinly sliced

1 medium tomato, thinly slices

fresh black pepper

crushed red pepper (optional)

pickles

chips

Prepare 2 cups your favorite white or brown rice. When rice finished cooking- fold in 3/4 cup of mixed shredded Parmesan and cheddar cheese until well blended. Set aside.

Cut Origami Wraps into 3” X 4” inch rectangle sheets.

Lay sheets on cutting board, rough side facing up.

Press in cheese rice on each sheet. Top one sheet with a slice of cooked ham or salami. Top Salami with thinly sliced tomato. Season with fresh black pepper and an optional sprinkle of crushed red pepper.

Flip other sheet with rice on top of tomato to make a “sandwich”.

Cut in half and plate.

Place in microwave and heat on medium for about 6-10 seconds to reheat rice.

Serve with your favorite pickles and chips!

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