Skinny Chicken-Vegetable Soup

If you'd prefer, this healthy soup can made with turkey instead of chicken. I've made it both ways and it is yummy, and filling! Enjoy! 

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Ingredients:

• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups water
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 teaspoons sodium free chicken bouillon granules
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional
• 1/2 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
• 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, saute the onions, carrots, celery, and red pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in the water, tomatoes, peas, bay leaf, bouillon, basil, thyme, cumin, pepper and pepper sauce if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package directions; drain. Stir orzo and chicken into soup; heat through. Discard bay leaf. Sprinkle with cilantro. Yield 6 servings

Chicken-Barley Soup with Vegetables and Pesto

I found this delicious soup recipe in a cook book called Flat Belly Diet. I've made it a few times, and Love it!! Make sure all of the chopped vegetables are about the same size. It's only 260 calories per serving too! Enjoy :)

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Ingredients:

• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup pearled barley
• 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) no salt added stew tomatoes
• 1 large leek (white and tender portion of green), halved lengthwise, rinsed well, and cut into 1/2" slices
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 large carrots, chopped
• 2 ribs celery, chopped
• 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
• 6 tablespoons pesto

Directions:

1. Bring the broth and water to a boil in a large pot or Dutch oven over high heat. Add barley, and chicken, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for about 30 minutes or until barley is tender, stirring several times. Remove the chicken to a cutting board. Shred when cool enough to handle. Set aside.
2. Add the tomatoes (with juice), leek, onion, carrots, and celery and raise the heat to high. Reduce the heat to low when the mixture comes to a boil, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add the corn and reserved chicken. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until warmed through.
4. Ladle into 6 bowls and top each with 1 tablespoon of the pesto.

White Bean, Kale and Spicy Italian Sausage Soup

I love trying out new recipes, especially soups, because it's pretty much soup season year round for me. This recipe originally called for kielbasa instead of spicy Italian sausage, but I enjoy getting creative in the kitchen. This might be one of my top five soups that I have ever made. It has so much flavor, and it's very filling. If you aren't a kale fan feel free to substitute spinach in it's place.

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Ingredients:

• 1 bunch or more of kale, spinach, or collard greens
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 ounces of spicy Italian Sausage, or kielbasa thinly sliced crosswise
• 1 large leek (white and light green part only) or 1 bunch of green onions, sliced
• 1 (15-ounce) can white beans, such as cannellini or navy beans, rinsed and drained
• 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
• Freshly ground pepper
• 1 to 2 ounces freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

1. Rinse kale, shake dry, and cut out and discard tough center stems. Roll leaves lengthwise into a tight tube and cut crosswise into 1/4 inch strips. Set aside.
2. Heat oil in large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add leeks and cook over medium heat about 3 minutes. Add kale and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.
4. Stir in beans and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until kale is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Add salt and pepper.
5. Ladle soup into bowls. Grate cheese on top. Serves 4.

Good Foods Yogurt Dip

I recently discovered, and love these delicious all natural, preservative free, light yogurt dips. They are the perfect healthy snack, or last minute go to for a quick appetizer to serve your guests. There are several different flavors, but my absolute favorite one is the artichoke jalapeno dip made with monterey jack cheese. You can find these yummy dips at Sprouts, Costco, and Albertsons. 

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7 Bean and Barley Slow-Cooker Soup

I made this soup for the first time, and it turned out delicious! Most grocery stores carry the 7 bean, or multi-bean soup mixture in a bag. If not, then you can select which ever beans you prefer for this recipe. As with any recipe feel free to improvise as much as you'd like. I've recently found that adding a couple of teaspoons of celery salt to any soup or stew will give it an additional yummy flavor. And I love adding spinach or kale to soups and stews. Enjoy!

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Ingredients:

• 1-2 cups of 7 bean, or multi-bean mixture. (or any beans of your choice)
• 1/2-1 cup of pearl barley
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 medium carrots, roughly chopped
• 2 ribs celery, roughly chopped
• 1 medium onion, roughly chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons herbes de provence or Italian seasoning
• 2 teaspoons celery salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• One 14-ounce whole tomatoes, with juice
• 3 cups cleaned baby spinach or kale
• 1/4 freshly grated parmesan

Directions:

Put 6 cups water, the beans, barley, garlic, carrots, celery, onions, bay leaf,   1 1/2 tablespoons salt, celery salt and herbs, pepper in a slow cooker. Squeeze the tomatoes through your hands over the pot to break them down, and add with their juices. Cover and cook on high until the beans are quite tender and the soup is thick, about 8 hours. Add the spinach and cheese and stir about 5 minutes. Remove bay leaf and serve.

The Body Reset Diet

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Sally Hansen Air brush legs

This is a quick and easy solution if you are always on the go, and do not have time to lay out in the sun for a few hours. Or if you dislike wearing nylons, but love the look that they give your legs. Sally Hansen Air Brush Legs is a great way to give your legs a silky, smooth, flawless appearance. I love it so much that I use it as an instant all over body tan. I spray it on my legs, arms, chest, and upper back area. You can find this fab product at Walgreens, CVS, Target, or online.

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