Without my health I couldn’t do many of the things I currently do so while many people concentrate on material things for me being healthy is my top priority. Money comes and goes and to be honest, while it may give some more choices and flexibility to some, money is not always everything and most definitely money doesn’t bring happiness.

Anyways, these 9 recipes are my favorites for 2016. My photography has evolved quite a bit through out the years and even though I have much to learn I am pretty contempt to where I have gotten thus far.

Part of having some difficulty when it comes to photography is that I don’t have much room in my kitchen to devote to setting up accordingly as well as time to spend on each shot. Being in school makes it really challenging at times but so far I am trying to do my best. I think I am doing pretty good given the circumstances.

If you like to see my other roundup recipes for the year 2015, 2014, 2013 and 2012 make sure you click on the links. There are quite a few great recipes there too.

Well, I hope I can keep bringing you awesome recipes on 2017. I have already been brain storming some ideas, especially giving the new diet resolutions that the new year brings. I will have some new recipes posted very soon that I hope that you will enjoy but until then I leave you with the best 9 recipes of 2016.

Enjoy!

1. Gluten free pumpkin donuts 2. Super food chocolate truffles 3. Blueberry coconut overnight oats 4. Authentic Thai chicken curry 5. Grilled cheese tomato sandwich 6. Gluten free flourless chocolate cake 7. Blueberry apple ricotta cake 8. Gluten free quinoa pancakes 9. Thai Fish burger 

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I know I haven’t been posting many recipes for a while but it is because school is just simply kicking my behind. I mean,  school schedule runs from 8am to 5pm and then coming home to relax for perhaps an hour and going back to studying has taken much of a toll on me.

Don’t get me wrong, I knew school was going to be hard but having 3-4 exams a week on subjects that are nothing but pathology, physiology, gross anatomy, pharmacology etc it is very hard, plus I am not one of those people that can function with 4-5 hours of sleep every day.

Anyways, will see how it goes  because I worked really hard to get to where I am right now and I would hate to turn around. Will see what the next few weeks hold. Like I always say, if it is meant to be it will be so I just have to keep a positive attitude.

Much of my cooking is left for the weekends. I get to cook about 4-6 recipes and be able to eat that during the week. I refuse to eat out simply because I need good quality food to nourish my brain cells!

I haven’t had a chance to make many desserts though. I plan on making a few of these no bake desserts since there is no baking required and it will take a shorter amount of time to get them ready. Hopefully in the next few days.

Well, I hope everyone is doing great. I have a couple more round ups ready for you since I have about 400+ recipes in my blog already. I am sure most of you forgot OF some of the recipes I have so I hope you like these.

Enjoy!

Double chocolate almond popsicles

No bake lime cheesecakes

Superfood chocolate truffles

No bake peanut butter banana pie

Avocado mint cream bars

No bake chili brownies

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1. Kale Cranberry Feta Salad

2. Roasted Garlic Spinach Pizza

3. Almond butter chocolate overnight oats

4. Caribbean Rice and Beans

5. Loaded Baked Sweet Potatoes

6. Slow cooker broccoli mac and cheese.

7. 3 Ingredient Almond Butter Bites.

8. No Bake 4 Ingredient Almond Butter Chocolate Cookies

9. 5 Ingredient Almond Coconut Bars

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1. Food Processor: This is one of my top kitchen counter appliances I use most often. It always stays in my counter because I use it at least 3-4 times per week, especially when it comes to making desserts as many of them are raw that requires to blend some type ingredients. If money is not object this is the one I have otherwise the one below is pretty good!!

Cuisinart is more economical but the Kitchen Aid is the one I have. They are both great though!

2. Blender: The blender is another piece of counter kitchen appliance I could not live without. I totally love mine. I have two different models and they are both great.

The kitchen aid is the one I had prior to getting a blendtec. If money is no object the blendtec if fabulous otherwise the more economical blender will also work perfect!

3. Instant pot

This will truly revolutionize your cooking. This is a slow cooker, pressure cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker…it is the best thing ever…literally.

4. Cast iron

I have actually switched most of my pots and pans and started using cast iron materials. I love that they are earth friendly and most importantly they cook food better than any material I have experienced so far. Granted you have to take care of them more than you would your regular pots and pans but the time investment is worth every minute.

Both the dutch oven 5 qt and the 12 inch skillet are great. I have both and couldn’t be happier!

5. Stand mixer

I actually didn’t own one of this until last year. It makes my job so much easier, especially when making desserts. It is truly a dream to own one of these! Currently it is on sale for only $223 I got mine last year for $260

6. Glass food containers

Most often than not I always double the batch of whatever it is that I am cooking and baking. I have gotten rid off all my plastic containers due to environmental issues and toxic ingredients. I always use green products whenever it comes to storing my food as well as cleaning and beauty products. These are all the food containers you will need. They are exceptional and you can use them in the microwave as well.

7. Whole foods ingredients: Here is a list of the most used wholesome ingredients in my kitchen I couldn’t live without.

• Almond flour
• Brown rice flour
• Coconut flour
• Coconut sugar
• Gluten free rolled oats
• Coconut oil

8. Cookbooks I love

• Healthy Matcha cookbook
• Plenty
• At home in the whole food kitchen
• Genius recipes 

I hope you like this list I made for you. I could have done a more extensive one but this one show cases my most beloved kitchen and whole foods ingredients.

Enjoy!

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I am so excited about pumpkin season. Even though I have been on vacation for almost 3 months, returning home Sept 7th, I haven’t stopped thinking about all of the pumpkin recipes I want to tackle.

So far I think I have about 6 new recipes in store for you so the minute I get back to my kitchen that will be the first thing I will do, I can’t wait to share with you these recipes I have been developing.

Anyhow, before I begin to post the new pumpkin recipes here you have the link of the recipes above:

1. Pumpkin overnight oats.

2. Thai curry pumpkin soup.

3. Gluten free chocolate pumpkin cake.

4. Pumpkin barley risotto.

5. Gluten-free, vegan pumpkin cheesecake.

6. Gluten-free pumpkin chocolate bars.

I also wanted to post these recipes as well. I have many other pumpkin recipes that are a not included in this post so care to check them out. I am sure you will find some there that you will like as well. All of these pumpkin recipes are equally good. If you like pumpkin I think you will like these recipes.

1. Pumpkin pie with honey whip topping.

2. Pumpkin spice bars.

3. Pumpkin cream cheese muffins.

Enjoy!

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I have repeated quite a few of these recipes through out the year and many of them are included on this list. It was hard to pick this year because I had quite a few recipes that I have liked. I think I left a few out but I had to cap it at some point. In no specific order here are my favorite recipes of 2014.

Enjoy!

This strawberry and coconut overnight oats is a recipe that I make at least once a month. It is super creamy, tasty, and easy to make. It will take you no longer than 5 minutes and if you like to use any other fruit go ahead. It will still work.

This goat cheese, tomato and kale pizza is the bomb. I could eat this pizza over and over again it is that good. My kids and everyone in my house love it. I think I might try to freeze extras of this pizza in the future so that I can have it more often.

I think this is my favorite dessert I made through out the entire year 2014. This peanut butter and chocolate blondies not only are gluten free but vegan as well. I have made this recipe a couple of times for gatherings and it is always a hit.

This broccoli quinoa casserole is one of my to go recipes. Everything gets mixed in the pan and baked. It is super easy and tasty that is why I used this recipe so much. My kids love it and since it is healthy I like it even more.

This no bake peanut butter and chocolate pie is just plain sensational. I have only had the chance to make it twice but every time I have it goes in no time. I think next time I make it I have to device a way to double the batch so that we can enjoy longer.

These coconut peanut noodles is another favorite recipe. I used whole wheat spaghetti. It takes no longer than 20 minutes and if you would like to add some grilled chicken to it it will also work rather well.

Super moist and delicious gluten free vegan pumpkin chocolate cake. If you would like a low-fat sinful cake this is it. I drizzled some dark melted chocolate over it and it was just sensational.

Have you had Kung Pao chicken before? If you have not you are truly missing out. This recipe takes no longer than 25 minutes, it is healthier and tastier than take out and I assure you it will be a hit. If you like to keep it vegetarian you can use extra firm tofu which is what I do a lot of the times.

These gluten free blueberry scones I have made several times. While the consistency is not as dried of a regular scone I think they are way tastier than conventional ones and let’s not forget healthier. You can use any other fresh fruit you like. I have made it with fresh cranberries and it is also a success.

Cilantro avocado and lime brown rice is way better than take out. It is very easy and can complement any protein dish of your choice. I have served this with grilled chicken and even used it for burrito wraps before.

Have you trie to make eggplant pizza before? Such a great different way to have pizza. If you like eggplant you will love these. So easy…I have actually used these and placed them into crusty bread and made a tasty sandwich. I think I will be making these pretty soon.

Last but not least this awesome grilled cheese spinach sandwich. I have served this for breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack. Depending on how busy I am I will make a few of these and serve it with a salad or soup and my family is good to go. I love grilled cheese sandwiches.

Well here you have it. I hope you guys like this roundup and make some of these recipes. More to come in 2015. Happy New Year to all!! Stay safe and enjoy.

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