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Weight Watchers Approved Vanilla Cupcakes

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Looking for a sweet treat without the guilt? These Low Calorie Vanilla Cupcakes are Weight Watchers approved and absolutely delicious…you won’t miss the calories, I promise!

Best Weight Watchers Vanilla Cupcakes

Weight Watchers Vanilla Cupcakes 

I love desserts. Cakes, cupcakes, chocolate, vanilla, caramel, anything sweet really. I’m not overly particular, but that calorie count will keep me away most days. How does a vanilla Weight Watchers cupcake sound? Sounds PERFECT to me!  I adapted this recipe from one I found on Hungry Girl and I was excited to try it.  I will admit that these Vanilla Weight Watcher Cupcakes will take you a bit longer to prep than the regular out of the box cupcakes, but the fact that you won’t have the guilt is totally worth it!

Vanilla Weight Watcher Cupcakes

It will take you about 10-15 minutes to prep and cook time for these yummy weight watcher cupcakes is about 15 minutes. That means in about 30 minutes you can be enjoying these WW Vanilla Cupcakes with friends and family. If you want to share that is…Well, I recommend sharing…this cupcake recipe makes about 22-24 low fat cupcakes and if you eat them all, you will lose out on that whole “healthier” part 🙂

Weight Watcher Cupcakes Recipe

As you can see, you can fill the liners in the muffin pan up all the way to the top.  These Weight Watchers vanilla cupcakes won’t rise quiet as much as the traditional variety.

Weight Watchers Cupcake Recipes

But they come out delicious!

Delicious Low Calorie Vanilla Cupcakes

Now, here is my Vanilla Weight Watcher Cupcakes Recipe.  Be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again.

Blended Vanilla Cupcake Coffee Recipe - Low Calorie
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Weight Watchers Vanilla Cupcakes

How does a low calorie Weight Watcher cupcake sound? Sounds PERFECT to me! I adapted this recipe from one I found on Hungry Girl, grab the recipe!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Keyword: cupcakes, desserts, low calorie, low fat, vanilla, weight watchers
Servings: 20
Calories: 136kcal
Author: Tracy

Equipment

  • Oven

Ingredients

Frosting

  • 12 oz Whipped topping - Fat Free, thawed (1.5 containers if you buy the 8 oz. container)
  • 3 tbsp Sugar Free Fat Free Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix

Cupcakes

  • 1 box moist-style yellow cake mix
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 2 cups diet lemon-lime soda at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup liquid egg whites or (about 8) raw egg whites

Topping

  • Sprinkles if desired
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Instructions

Frosting

  • Combine whipped topping and pudding mix in a bowl, and mix until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until cupcakes are ready to be frosted.

Cupcakes

  • Preheat oven to 350°
  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix with baking powder and mix.
  • Add soda and vanilla extract, and stir or whisk until batter is smooth. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, whip egg whites with a handheld electric mixer (or with a whisk really fast) until fluffy, about 1 - 2 minutes.
  • Gently mix egg whites into the cake batter until thoroughly combined.
  • Line muffin pans with baking cups and/or spray with nonstick spray.
  • Evenly distribute batter among the cups. Cups can be full.
  • Bake for 15 - 17 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out fairly clean.
  • Set aside and allow to cool completely.
  • Once cupcakes have cooled, top each evenly with the frosting and sprinkles.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

This cupcake recipe is 4 Weight Watcher PointsPlus®

Nutrition

Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 392mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 128IU | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 1mg

Hungry Girl Vanilla Cupcakes

I hope you enjoy these Weight Watchers Cupcakes as much as we do!

Hungry Girl Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

What is one of your favorite Weight Watchers Cupcake Recipes?

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Eclair Cake Dessert Recipe

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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup – Freezer Meal

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Looking for a low fat, yet delicious idea for dinner tonight? This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is it! Prep it as a freezer meal or put everything into the crockpot tonight and enjoy.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

 

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

When the weather is chilly, there is nothing quite like a nice bowl of soup to warm you up from the inside out.  This Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe is made in the slow cooker and can be made today or it can be one that you prep ahead of time and toss in the freezer.   Personally, I love freezer meals!  There is nothing quite like waking up in the morning and having dinner started in about 2 minutes…all before coffee…no thinking required 🙂

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

This easy crockpot Chicken Tortilla soup recipe is prepped in about 5 minutes, then it cooks all day in the slow cooker making the chicken nice and tender.  Cooking the soup in the crockpot also allows all the ingredients to simmer together to maximize the flavor. I love using my slow cooker!

Slow cooker meals are fantastic for busy families for several reasons:

  1. Convenience: All you need to do is prepare the ingredients, toss them into the slow cooker, set the cooking time and temperature, and let the appliance do the work. This convenience is a lifesaver for busy families who may not have the time or energy to cook elaborate meals after a long day.
  2. Time-Saving: Slow cookers are designed to cook food over a long period of time, typically several hours. This means you can start a meal in the morning before leaving for work or other commitments, and come home to a fully cooked, hot meal in the evening.
  3. Minimal Hands-On Time: Unlike stovetop or cooking in the oven, slow cooker meals require very little active involvement. Once you’ve assembled the ingredients and set the cooker, you can go about your day without worrying about stirring, checking, or adjusting the heat.
  4. Versatility: Slow cookers can handle a wide variety of dishes, from soups and stews to roasts, casseroles, and even desserts.
  5. Tender and Flavorful Results: The slow cooking process allows flavors to develop and ingredients to become tender and succulent. Tough cuts of meat, for example, break down and become incredibly tender when cooked slowly, resulting in delicious and satisfying meals.
  6. Batch Cooking and Leftovers: Slow cookers are great for preparing larger quantities of food. This means you can cook in batches and store leftovers for later meals, reducing the need to cook every day. Leftovers can also be repurposed into new dishes, minimizing food waste.
  7. Budget-Friendly: Slow cooker meals often make use of affordable ingredients such as beans, lentils, root vegetables, and tougher cuts of meat. This can help families save money on groceries while still enjoying nourishing meals.
  8. Healthier Choices: Slow cooker meals often require less oil and fat since the long cooking process extracts and melds flavors without needing excessive added fats. Plus, cooking at home allows you to control the quality of ingredients, which can lead to healthier meals.
  9. Less Cleanup: Since slow cooker recipes usually involve just one pot, cleanup is generally easier and quicker compared to using multiple pots and pans for a complex meal.
  10. Warm and Ready: Slow cookers often have a “keep warm” setting that maintains the meal at a safe temperature after it’s done cooking.
WW Chicken Tortilla Soup

I put that this soup recipe makes 8 servings, and they are hearty servings, so you may end up with leftovers…which always makes me happy!  I love easy lunches for the next day! In fact, my friend and I make healthy lunches in batches for each other weekly, and this one is always in the rotation!

If you happen to follow WW like we do – you will be happy to know that this soup is ZERO WW points.

Fat Free Chicken Tortilla Soup

Now, here is my Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe, be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again.

Chicken Tortilla Soup
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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

This is a healthy slow cooker recipe that can be prepped as a freezer meal or you can make this Chicken Tortilla soup for dinner tonight.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Course: Lunch/Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keyword: chicken, crock pot, healthy, slow cooker, soup
Servings: 8
Calories: 245kcal
Author: Tracy

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 24 oz stewed tomatoes 1 can – you can use diced tomatoes as well
  • 15 oz corn 1 can
  • 10 oz original Ro*tel 1 can
  • 3-4 cups low sodium chicken broth depending on how thick you want your soup
  • 15 oz black beans 1 can
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 bell peppers sliced – I used red
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • Sour cream, shredded cheese and tortilla chips to garnish if desired
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Instructions

  • Place all the items into the slow cooker and cook for 6-8 hours on low
  • If making the meal ahead of time, label freezer bag and then place all ingredients into the freezer bag and toss in the freezer until ready for use
  • At least 30 minutes before serving remove the chicken and shred it with two forks
  • Place the chicken back in the slow cooker
  • Top with Sour cream, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips if desired
  • Enjoy!

Notes

*I recommend cooking for 8 hours from frozen

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 582mg | Potassium: 933mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1358IU | Vitamin C: 53mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 4mg

I hope you enjoy this Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe as much as we do! 

My whole family enjoyed this easy soup recipe, and I loved that it was simple to make and very low in fat!  Just watch how many chips and how much cheese you top yours with 😉

Love Soup?  Check out these other amazing Slow Cooker Soup Recipes.

WW Potato Soup

Weight Watcher Potato Soup

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Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

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Find out why my family loves the Monster Jam and we won’t miss a show here in Tampa!

Disclosure: We were able to attend this event for free. All opinions and our love for Monster Trucks are 100% our own.

Monster Jam in Tampa

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

Tampa is a great city.  We have amazing restaurants, beautiful beaches, things to see, things to do, and there are always unforgettable shows to catch.  And with all of the things that can be on my calendar, there is one event that my family and I REALLY look forward to.  The Monster Jam.

Seriously??  You may be saying right now.  And my answer is simple.  Yes, seriously. 

I have told you all in the past how my love for the Monster Truck Show began.  Trust me, I never thought this would happen.  But, now I wouldn’t imagine missing a year.  This was our 4th year going together as a family and we loved it.  Our tradition started…well, 4 years ago, when my son made the decision to take some friend to the Monster Jam instead of have a birthday party, and each year he decides the same thing.  He has one friend that has come with him every year and the excitement from my son and his buddy is just too cute!  They will actually talk about it all year long!

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

This year we had our crew of 6 then we met up with another 14 people!  That is a totally of 20 of us!!  We all went to the Party in the Pits and got our autographs, got to meet some drivers and of course see lots of the amazing trucks.

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

After the Party in the Pits we “tailgated” with everyone.  We had a small grill, made hot dogs and played some football until it was time to go in and grab our seats.

I will say that there have been years where Grave Digger didn’t make it the whole show, but this year Adam Anderson rocked the Raymond James Stadium!

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

And MAXD…well, WOW.  His freestyle race was OUTSTANDING and when he jumped over THREE Monster Trucks with fireworks exploding, all of Tampa Bay must have heard those cheers.

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

New this year (well, at least to me) was the donut competition.  Which in my opinion El Toro Loco totally rocked.  You can see hers on my Instagram page here.

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

There were also Mega Trucks this year.  They were actually really fun to watch!  Not as big as the Monster Trucks, but there were still really loud, really fast, and did some good racing.

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

Some of our favorite trucks left the stadium after the races, and I will admit, we were a bit nervous that we weren’t going to see them again.  But, everyone but Avenger made it back out for the Freestyle.  Grave Digger and Monster Energy won the races 🙂

Monster Mutt, Junk Yard Dog at this show, is a personal favorite of mine, especially since I got to meet the driver when I was done at Feld Entertainment last month.  The mechanics were working on his truck in-between the races and the freestyle, he had some steering issues, but he still gave a great performance.

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

In the end, Grave Digger, the crowd favorite, did indeed win!  And so did we.  We all left the stadium with huge smiles and memories in our hearts.

Here are 5 Reasons Why We Love the Monster Jam

The Trucks

I mean, where else are you going to see such awesome looking trucks that have tires bigger than you?!

The Drivers

If you go to the Party in the Pits, it’s great see them and get an autograph (or 10) but even if you don’t do that, you can just tell from the way they drive that they love us fans.  They are here for us, and they love that you are here for them.  So, YELLING as loud as you can is strongly encouraged 😉  I have been known to come home without a voice!

It’s Family-Friendly

There are fans in the stands as young as 2 years old to fans that are 72+ years old.  There is something for everyone to enjoy.

Ticket Prices

Tickets start as low as just $15.  As a mom that likes to watch her pennies, I appreciate an event that won’t break the bank

The Memories

I remember the 1st time we went as a family…my daughter was just 4 and she sat on my lap yelling her little heart out as Medusa jumped and flipped.  I remember when my son would just sit in awe and look at the trucks and how fast they would go.  And now today, as he sits with his two buddies, I look at them and think, they are going to be doing this when they are teenagers.  We have made a tradition.  We have made memories that will last in these boys’ hearts for years to come.  And that just melts my heart.  Memories, family, friends, and smiles.  What more could a parent ask for?

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

I love the trucks, the love the show, and I love that for the last two years I have been able to talk to the mechanics and some of the driver down at Feld.  I am not joking when I say that this is one of my favorite events of the year!  Hopefully it is one of yours too!

If you have never been to a Monster Jam, I STRONGLY recommend it.  It is so fun!  If you have been to a Monster Jam, which truck is your favorite?

Why My Family Loves The Monster Jam

The Monster Jam will be back again in Tampa on February 6th and in Orlando on January 23rd.

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Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

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Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

We are well into football season, in fact, there is a BIG GAME coming I hear! Will you be watching? I do enjoy watching some sports, but to be honest, I love the snacks, the time with friends, and the commercials the most! A good play is always better when it’s celebrated with friends and food 🙂

We love having friends over and we are definitely planning some fun for the big game. If you are too, I thought I would share a great way to share your snacks and finger foods with everyone at your party. Have you heard of a Snack Stadium? I will honest, it was a term that I was not totally familiar with, so I googled the term. And I strongly suggest you doing the same! I was completely amazed by some of the creations that some folks did! We are talking HUGE “stadiums” made completely from snacks and foods for your party. WOW.

Now, I am all for being a bit creative in the kitchen and surprising your guests with delicious foods, and of course, themes are always fun. But, I am also one of those folks that likes to create things that YOU can then create at home too! So, as I was planning my Snack Stadium to share with you all, I wanted it to be fun, but also easy for you guys to recreate at home.

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

The most important part to a Snack Stadium is the…SNACKS. I went to Walmart (you can also check them out online) and got all my favorite snack foods and treats and I was on my way back home. A good party has an appetizer, a “meal” option, dessert, and drink.
For the appetizer, I mixed cream cheese and TOSTITOS® Medium Chunky Salsa for an easy dip.

Snack Stadium

I put them in individual cups and stuck the TOSTITOS® CHIPS right in there so that folks could grab a cup and go…no need to worry about double dipping. The main meal was my favorite…and probably the easiest!

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

I grabbed a big bag SNICKERS® Minis 40oz. and decided to make SNICKERS® Rice Cereal treats for the dessert.

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

I grabbed the Skittles® XL 41 oz. and decided to make am easy and colorful punch for the drink.

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

Plus, that left me lots of extras to put out for snacks as the party went on.

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

For the “main meal” I took chicken, 2 cans of Pepsi™ and a half of onion and tossed it in the crockpot. Right before the party, you shred the chicken and toss it back in the “juices” in the slow cooker so that it’s nice and moist and you have Pepsi™ Shredded Chicken Sliders! So easy and so delicious! I’ll be sure to share the recipe below, so be sure to grab it!

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

Now that all my components for food are in order, the organization of the Snack Stadium was next.

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

  • I placed the Pepsi™ Chicken and Rolls right there in the center, as they were the main focus.
  • Next came the TOSTITOS® and Cream Cheese Salsa dip, I used smaller clear cups for those.
  • Then the Skittles® Punch (lemon lime soda with Skittles® in it! I recommend separating out the colors like you see above) was in the bigger cup.
  • Up front is the SNICKERS® Treats.  Dessert should be last 😉  To make the SNICKERS® Treats you just add about 20 SNICKERS® Minis to the marshmallow melting part of the process, they melt in and taste AMAZING.  Plus, your treats end up a light brown color…kinda like a football 😉

The different heights give you that stadium feel, and it also makes it easy for grabbing your favorite foods.

Make A Snack Stadium For Game Day

I did grab a tablecloth while I was at Walmart (for under $2!) All in all, our Snack Stadium was a hit!

As I mentioned above, I did use the extra SNICKERS® Minis to place around my stadium…I viewed them as the tailgaters 🙂

Here’s my Pepsi™ Chicken Sliders Recipe, be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again.

Pepsi™ Chicken Sliders
Recipe Type: Lunch/Dinner
Author: Tracy @ HavingFunSaving.com
Prep time:
Cook time:
Total time:
Serves: 10
Ingredients
  • 3 lbs of chicken
  • 2 cans of Pepsi™
  • ½ onion, diced
Instructions
  1. Place all the ingredients into the crockpot and let it cook on low for 4-6 hours.
  2. When chicken is cooked throughout and is easily “shredded” with a fork, take it out of the crock pot and use 2 forks to pull it apart.
  3. Once the chicken is fully shredded, place it back in the crockpot for about 30 minutes .
  4. Serve on rolls and with BBQ sauce if desired
  5. Enjoy!

 

I hope you enjoy this Pepsi™ Chicken Sliders Recipe as much as we do!

Have you ever built a Snack Stadium before? What snacks were your favorite? Find more recipes and Snack Stadiums ideas HERE!

Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken

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This Apricot Chicken recipe only has three ingredients, but it is full of flavor! Make it in the slow cooker tonight, or prep it as a freezer to crockpot meal.

Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken

Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken

Easy Freezer Meal

I love freezer to crockpot meals.  Especially ones that only have a few ingredients and are full of flavor, like this Apricot Chicken!  Using your slow cooker is a great way to make those busy nights a LOT easier.  Just add your ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning and be ready to enjoy a delicious meal with your family come dinner time.

Apricot Chicken Freezer to crockpot meal

This Apricot Chicken recipe requires just THREE ingredients:  apricot jam, french onion soup mix, and chicken!  And your prep time is under 5 minutes 🙂  It doesn’t get too much easier than that my friends!  And it has a ton of flavor for only 3 ingredients. I have seen people make a version of this slow cooker meal by adding Catalina dressing, I haven’t tried that yet, but I am planning on it.

Easy Apricot Chicken

Now, here is my Recipe for Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken, be sure to Pin It and Print It so that you can make it again and again.

Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken
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Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken

This easy slow cooker Apricot Chicken recipe only has three ingredients, and you can prep it in less than 5 minutes and toss it in the freezer.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Course: Dinner
Keyword: chicken, crock pot, easy recipe, slow cooker
Servings: 4
Calories: 594kcal
Author: Tracy

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1½ - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 oz low sugar apricot jam 1 jar
  • 1 envelope French Onion Soup Mix
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Write recipe name and cooking instructions to gallon size freezer bag
  • Place all ingredients into the freezer bag
  • Freeze until ready to use
  • If frozen cook for 8 hours on low or until done, it thawed cook on low for 4 - 6 hours
  • Serve with rice and a salad if desired
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 594kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 85g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 254mg | Sodium: 1263mg | Potassium: 1599mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg

Feel free to use a crock pot liner for easier clean-up!

Delicious Apricot Chicken

I hope you and your family enjoy this Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken as much as we do!

Best Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken

Love using your slow cooker?  Here are a few other recipes you may want to add to your meal planning.

Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken

Mexican Chicken

Zesty Italian Chicken Freezer to Crock Pot Meal

Zesty Italian Chicken

Weight Watcher Potato Soup

Weight Watcher Easy Potato Soup

Stuffed Peppers Freezer to Crockpot Meal

Stuffed Peppers – Make Ahead Meal

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Crockpot Apricot Chicken

What Workout Routine Is Right For You?

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Looking for that perfect workout routine? It can be difficult to decide where to even start looking, there are so many options! Discover What Workout Routine Is Right For You.

What Workout Routine is Right For You?

What Workout Routine Is Right For You?

I’m sure you have pondered that question plenty of times.  What workout is best for ME?  There are so many to choose from.  Running, walking, jogging, biking, spinning, Beach Body , P90X, yoga, Jazzercise, dance classes, there is even pole dancing classes, Cross Fit, Zumba, Les Mills, there are group classes and there is personal training.  Oh the list goes on and on.  In fact, there are so many it could make your head spin!

So, What Workout Routine Is Right For You?

Well, the answer to that is simple.  It’s the Workout Routine that you DO.

All workout routines start with putting your mind to it, making a promise to yourself to do it, and by putting one foot in front of the other.  That first step to the DVD player, to your car, to the sidewalk out front, to your bike, etc. is the most important step.

Of course, I am not a doctor and can’t tell you that you are capable of doing every single type of exercise out there, but in my personal opinion, you can sure try them once!

All types of exercise are designed to encourage you to continue on with the routine.  Your job is to find one (or a few) that you like.

What Workout Routines are right for ME?

I enjoy mixing it up.  I like to run, bike, go to Jazzercise and swim every now and then.

What Workout Routine is right for you?

I run because I can.  I have always been a runner and it seems as though it is something that my body just enjoys.  I can not run for 2 weeks, then lace up my shoes and take a 5 mile run.  Running is amazing cardio.

What Workout Routine is right for you?

Biking is a way for me to really focus on my legs.  I love riding my bike up to the grocery store when I just need a few things.  I put on my backpack and I am ready to roll.  If I need to get my workout in and I need to hit the store…why not get them both in at the same time?

What Workout Routine is right for you?

Jazzercise is my full body workout.  It is my weights, it is my cardio, it is a FUN way for me to lose about 600 calories in 55 minutes.  I love that Jazzercise instructors always give you a high-intensity and low-intensity option at class, they call out the steps (that way I don’t mess up as much 😉 ), and I love the music.  The music is now, it is upbeat, and it keeps me motivated the whole class.  I honestly believe that Jazzercise makes me a better runner.  I honestly believe that Jazzercise makes me a better ME.

Swimming.  Swimming is an amazing full body workout and since we live in Florida where it’s HOT a LOT of the year, I do try to get in the pool and do some laps.  I can swim, sure, but laps are not always my strongest routine.  But I try 🙂

Is running, biking, swimming or Jazzercise for you?  Well, that’s up to you!  What is for YOU is up to YOU.  But the important part is taking that step.  No matter what direction you decide to head in, I encourage you to take that step.  That step to start walking, to try a class, to dust off your bike, to open that DVD that has been in your cabinet for months now, that step to a happier YOU.

So, What Workout Routine IS Right for You? What simple change can you make to help you on your healthier life journey?

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FREE Adventure Island Fun Card With Busch Gardens Fun Card Purchase

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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is BACK with their BUY ONE GET ONE PROMOTION! Right now when you buy the Busch Gardens Fun Card, you will get the Adventure Island Fun Card For FREE!
FREE Adventure Island Fun Card With Busch Gardens Fun Card Purchase

FREE Adventure Island Fun Card With Busch Gardens Fun Card Purchase

Busch Gardens Tampa is back again this year with another one of my favorite offers for us Florida Residents! I love sharing great ways to save so you can experience world-class rollercoasters , Broadway-style entertainment, up-close animal encounters and some of the biggest thrills found anywhere!

For a limited time only, you can receive an Adventure Island® Fun Card FREE with the purchase of a Busch Gardens Fun Card, which lets you pay for a day and visit both parks now through 2021. Enjoy the thrills of Busch Gardens through Dec. 31, 2021 and all the water-soaked fun of Adventure Island’s 2021 season, including the park’s newest family thrill slide, Colossal Curl™. **Blackout dates apply**

Get your Busch Gardens Fun Card and FREE Adventure Island Fun Card HERE

The two-park Fun Card includes admission to an incredible lineup of events including Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Real Music Series, Food & Wine Festival, Summer Nights, Christmas Town™ and all the water-soaked fun of Adventure Island’s 2021 season.

This FREE Adventure Island Fun Card With Busch Gardens Fun Card Purchase offer is only available for a limited time, so don’t delay!

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Easy Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza

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This easy white pizza recipe makes for an easy lunch or dinner recipe. Who doesn’t love a good pizza recipe?! Grab this Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza and enjoy! Post sponsored by Prego®. All opinions and this recipe are my own!

Easy Bacon Alfredo Pizza

Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza

Do you like to make pizza at home?  We definitely love takeout from our favorite pizza place, but sometimes making pizza at home is a fun experience!  Plus, you can get creative with your pizza and add whatever toppings you want without getting charged extra 😉 On this homemade pizza recipe I decided to skip the red sauce and use alfredo sauce.  I mean, it is our absolute favorite dipping sauce, so why not add it directing to the pizza crust!  Genius.  I used jar alfredo sauce in this recipe, but you can easily make your own alfredo sauce if you prefer.

Chicken, bacon, and Alfredo sauce.  You really can’t go wrong with that combination, can you? No, you really can’t…plus bacon makes everything just that much better, doesn’t it? This week my family and I wanted to get a little creative with pizza night, so we made a delicious pizza that we will definitely be making again!

Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza Recipe

You just need 7 ingredients to make our Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza.  I added the sweet pepper rings for an extra bit of color and flavor, and to my surprise the kids even ate them!  That’s pretty exciting here in our house since getting them to eat any veggie is a challenge 🙂

White pizza with bacon and chicken

You spread on the Prego Homestyle Alfredo Sauce on the crust just like you would any pizza sauce.  I used 3/4 cup and it was perfect…not too dry and not too saucy.

Alfredo Pizza with bacon and chicken

Once the sauce is on, you layer on your toppings.  Start with the chicken, then bacon, then the veggies, and finally sprinkle on the cheese!

Best Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza

It bakes to a beautiful golden brown and all the flavors melt together perfectly!

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Easy Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza
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Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza

Skip takeout and make this easy pizza recipe at home tonight. Chicken, bacon and alfredo sauce make this an unique and oh so tasty pizza.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Lunch/Dinner
Keyword: bacon, chicken, easy recipe, Pizza
Servings: 4
Author: Tracy

Equipment

  • Oven

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup Prego Homestyle Alfredo Sauce you can make homemade if you prefer
  • 1 ready pizza crust - found in refrigerated section I used the thin crust variety
  • 3 slices cooked bacon - roughly chopped
  • 1 cup cooked chicken I used rotisserie chicken
  • 3 mini sweet bell peppers sliced with seeds removed
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • ½ cup shredded Italian Blend cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°
  • Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray
  • Roll out the pizza crust to fit your pan. I used a 15x10 cookie sheet
  • Spoon the Prego Homestyle Alfredo Sauce onto the pizza crust
  • Layer on the chicken, bacon, onions, sweet peppers, and then sprinkle on the cheese
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the bottom of the pizza is also a golden brown
  • Enjoy!

Notes

One pizza served our family of 4 with no leftovers.
I used rotisserie chicken because of the ease of it, you can easily substitute shredded, diced or even canned chicken if you prefer.

Tasty Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza

I hope you and your family enjoy this Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza as much as we do!  Our one pizza feed our family of four with NO leftovers!

Easy Chicken Bacon Alfredo Pizza
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Super Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie

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This Super Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe is loaded with protein and nutrients.  Smoothies are a great way to add fruits, vegetables, and protein into your healthy lifestyle.

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Healthy Peanut Butter Smoothie

Super Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie

The holidays are over and the New Year has begun.  What goals have you set?  Have you even thought about it yet?  Today is the First Day to get back into the swing of things for me.  My husband is back at work, the kids head back to school tomorrow but most of their friends are back today, schedules will start getting back to normal.

I normally start my day with a smoothies, I have been doing it for months and I have found that it’s a fabulous way to get in fruit, vegetables, and lots of goodness to get my day off to a good start.  If I start the day off right, my choices throughout the day happen to be better.

BUT, I haven’t day a smoothie regularly for about 1.5 months.  With family travel, the holidays, and everything else in-between I just haven’t had my blended goodness.  And TODAY I changed that.  It’s a New Year and I am dedicated once again to a New ME.  Better choices = results.

In less than 5 minutes I can have a meal that is filled with nutrition and makes me feel GOOD.  No more holiday cookies, no more peppermint bark, no more miscellaneous snacking because I never got around to actually eating breakfast.

Peanut Butter Smoothie

Today, I started my day with my Super Peanut Butter Smoothie.  As I was at Walmart last night getting the kids some staples for their school lunches, peanut butter, bread, cuties, etc., I made the decision to grab some staples for me too.  I got some fresh produce and Jif™ Peanut Powder.  I have always enjoyed adding peanut butter to my smoothies for the added protein, but the fact that Jif™ Peanut Powder has the same amount of nourishing protein as traditional peanut butter, but with 85% less fat had me grabbing for the powder!

Jif peanut butter powder

It’s a great way to add delicious peanut taste to my daily smoothie with less calories and sugar.  And I don’t know about you, but I am all for LESS calories and LESS sugar!  In fact, Regular Jif™ Peanut Powder is made from just one ingredient – fresh roasted peanuts.  No added ingredients that my body doesn’t need.

Easy Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe

I put carrots and cucumbers in just about every smoothie I make, they are inexpensive and have little flavor, so they are easy to add to just about everything.  That being said, they are indeed in my Super Peanut Butter Smoothie.

When I think Peanut Butter, I think bananas.  So I added a half of banana in too.

Avocado.  Yes, I added avocado to this amazing smoothie as well.  Avocado is a Super Food and adds a creamy texture to your smoothie.

Superfoods Peanut Butter Smoothie

I will admit, I don’t have a fun explanation for the raspberries, I saw them in the store and they called out to me, so I bought them!  That’s the beautiful thing about smoothies, you can add what you feel like that day!

Here are the health benefits to the ingredients in this protein smoothie:

Carrots – The orange powerfood will give you vitamin A and is also linked to preventing cancer, giving you healthier looking skin and aids in digestion.

Cucumbers – These are great for rehydration. Cucumbers are also a great source of vitamin B, so that means they are a natural pick-me-up.

Avocados – Besides being loaded with the “good fat”, they help heart health, lower cholesterol and lower triglycerides. Plus, they make your smoothie extra creamy 🙂

Bananas – Besides tasting great, they are loaded with potassium which helps muscles recover and relax, and they have also been known to help you sleep better.

Raspberries – These beautiful berries are rich in vitamins, antioxidants and fiber.  They also have a high concentration of ellagic acid which has been said to help prevent cancer.

Best Peanut Butter Superfoods Smoothie

 

My favorite ingredient is the Jif™ Peanut Powder, the flavor added is peanut butter perfect and I don’t have to stress about the fat.  I used Silk Almond Milk for my liquid, which added another layer of creaminess.

Avoacdo and fruit peanut butter smoothie

Here is my Super Peanut Butter Protein Shake Recipe.  Be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again.

Super Peanut Butter Smoothie
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Super Food Peanut Butter Smoothie

This Super Food Peanut Butter Protein Shake is filled with protein and nutrients.  Add fruits, vegetables, and protein into your healthy lifestyle with these easy smoothie recipe.
Prep Time5 minutes
Course: Breakfast or Snack, Smoothie
Keyword: avocado, easy recipe, healthy, peanut butter, protein shake, protein smoothie, smoothie
Servings: 1
Author: Tracy

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 5 slices cucumber
  • 5 baby carrots
  • ½ avocado
  • ½ banana
  • 10 raspberries
  • 3 ice cubes
  • 3 tbsp Jif Peanut Butter Powder or your favorite PB powder
  • 4 oz Silk Almond Milk or your liquid of choice

Instructions

  • Add the ingredients into your blending device as listed
  • Blend until smooth
  • Enjoy!

I hope you enjoy this Super Peanut Butter Smoothie as much as I do!  I actually plan on having it again tomorrow.  New Year, New YOU here I come!

Yummy avoacdo peanut butter smoothie

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Zucchini and Sausage Breakfast Casserole

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This Zucchini and Sausage Breakfast Casserole recipe is not only delicious, but healthier breakfast option. Make this easy breakfast recipe and enjoy it with your family today!

Zucchini and Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Zucchini and Sausage Breakfast Casserole

This Zucchini and Sausage breakfast casserole recipe is delicious, has hidden vegetables, and you can make it the night before!  I just love breakfast recipes that we can make ahead of time and enjoy that slow morning with an amazing breakfast.  I will openly admit that both of my children totally shy away from a LOT of veggies, but they both ate this Zucchini and Breakfast Sausage Casserole and they made absolutely no mention of the fact that there was zucchini in it 🙂

Zucchini and Breakfast Sausage Casserole

You don’t need many ingredients and prep time isn’t too long, so you can have this yummy zucchini and breakfast sausage casserole ready and waiting in your baking pan in no time!

Tasty Zucchini and Breakfast Sausage Casserole

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Zucchini and Sausage Breakfast Casserole
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Zucchini and Sausage Breakfast Casserole

This Zucchini and Sausage Breakfast Casserole is fairly easy to make and is something new, and a bit healthier for breakfast!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Refrigerate4 hours
Total Time5 hours 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Keyword: breakfast, casserole, sausage, zucchini
Servings: 6
Author: Tracy

Equipment

  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 1 small zucchini shredded (about 1 cup) - we used a potato peeler to "shred ours"
  • 8 oz turkey sausage we used the HOT variety
  • 6 slices bread we recommend a good bakery bread
  • 2 cups shredded, reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 cups low-fat/skim milk
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  • Lightly spray an 11x 7” baking dish.
  • Heat the oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring often, until the meat is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Line the baking dish with overlapping slices of bread.
  • Sprinkle the zucchini evenly over the bread.
  • Spoon the sausage over the zucchini and sprinkle evenly with the cheese.
  • In a large bowl, stir the eggs with a fork until broken up.
  • Add the mustard then the milk into the bowl with the eggs and stir until well-blended.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the bread mixture in the baking dish.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • To bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Uncover the casserole and bake about 45 minutes or until the top is puffy and browned.
  • Allow to cool for 5 - 10 mins before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Best Zucchini and Breakfast Sausage Casserole

I hope you and your family enjoy this Zucchini and Sausage Breakfast Casserole as much as we do!

Breakfast Sausage and Zucchini Breakfast Casserole

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Breakfast Sausage & Sweet Potato Meatballs

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