Month: November 2020

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Trader Joe finds Holiday edition!

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I am a sucker for Trader Joe’s and if you do not have a store near you, I apologize in advance because their treats are my favorite.

In highschool, I used to work at a Trader Joe’s in the Bay Area and that is where my love for food began but also where I increased my international awareness of some amazing and unique cooking techniques. If you do not know what a Trader Joe’s is, hop on over to their website to discover their story and snag some awesome recipes in the process!

Today I want to share some of my favorite holiday finds from TJ’s that you need to get your hands on before they are gone for the season!

First up, Candy Cane Green Tea! The perfect treat for an evening of Christmas movies and cuddles! I love how refreshing it is and it is decaf so you can have it any time of day without worrying about being kept up too late!

A must have in your pantry all Fall long is TJ’s Fall harvest Salsa. Dip with your sweet potato tortilla chips (also at TJs), use it on Turkey burrito bowls, or top on your favorite white fish! It is hearty and has a unique pumpkin taste that is to die for.

Next up, a snack plate that is so necessary for a Friday night in quarantine! Grab your favorite bottle of wine and cozy up with your boo thang cause this plate is lit. I used TJs basic salami and prosciutto pack and added my favorite seasonal cheeses and cotton candy grapes which are so sweet and yummy!

Their Beehive cheese is bourbon infused, light and pairs nice with the hot salami. Two Toscano cheeses for your taste buds, one creamy and soaked with wine and the other dusted in cinnamon. Both pair perfectly with the prosciutto and salami!

If you are looking for something light for lunch or dinner during the cold winter months.

Look no longer!

Pumpkin bisque! All the fall spices wrapped up in an amazing warm treat. It is like a hug in the dead of winter! I like to pair it with a grilled cheese sando but you do you!

Now these 3 things that Trader Joe’s carries during the holidays are probably my all time favorites. One is a new item, not necessarily seasonal, at least I hope. And two are seasonal so grab them before they go!

Instant Cold Brew Coffee anyone? I love making this in the afternoon when I need a pick me up. I mix 1 TBSP with ice cold water and top with peppermint cold foam! It pairs amazing with the Peppermint Joe Joe’s which are, in my opinion, better than oreos hands down!

Last but not least… Ginger people!! First off, I love the spin from Gingerbread Men to Ginger people, yay TJs! Second, they are so yummy. I love to make my protein shakes and puddings into treats so sometimes I add 2 ginger people to my FNX chocolate protein shake and blend them together in my Ninja. I am telling you… healthy never tasted so good!

These are just some of the amazing things that I wanted to showcase for you this week, so if you are near a Trader Joe’s head to your location before 1. lockdown happens again or 2. the holiday season is over and your favorites are gone until next year!

We all know how much your girl loves to eat, bake and cook so next week we will have some holiday treats and new places we are trying out this weekend!

Stay tuned! And always, be kind, love each other and stay fearless.

❤ Coach Tina

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Where did Fall go?

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I closed my eyes for what seemed like 5 seconds and I opened them to a winter wonderland! Though Fall left quickly, we still managed to sneak in a few activities before the snow fell.

I mentioned in the last post that Fall was about being able to appreciate letting go of things, allowing the change to happen organically.

I had the amazing opportunity to capture the most beautiful version of two people letting go of the past that bound them, held them back and yet, still allowed them to meet and recover in a unity that no one can explain. The representation of what is the death of a soul, is reborn by the picturesque scenery of Fall.

Again, allowing you to let go.

I couldn’t be more proud of these two amazing souls.

Having the strength to let go and find comfort in friendship.

We celebrated that night with some halloween fun!

We made the yummiest Caramel Apple Mimosas and had our first Trick O Treaters in the new house. We wore masks when handing out candy of course. The new norm now.

The next few days, it got colder and snow was in the forecast so before we closed out fall for good, I put my baking skills in motion to whip up one more pumpkin filled treat!

Get ready for some yummy Pumpkin Protein Muffins!

Don’t worry, you can enjoy these all year long!

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cup Pumpkin Flax Kodiak baking mix
  • 1 egg and 1 egg white
  • 1 cup vanilla almond milk
  • 3 tbsp swerve or sugar substitute
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 & 1/2 bananas (I let mine brown in fridge for extra sweetness)

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees
  2. Prep muffin tin (12 count)
  3. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until batter consistency
  4. Pour into lined muffin tin or sprayed tin
  5. Bake 18-22 mins depending on type of oven

This makes your house smell yummy!!

They taste to die for too! Where are my pumpkin lovers at?

Even though we are entering into Winter, I will still be keeping lots of pumpkin in my pantry for amazing treats like pumpkin pies! Speaking of Pie… next up on the blog, we have a brand new pie store in South Jordan that I am dying to share with you, and we take a trip to Provo and visit the Trader Joe’s for our monthly stock up. Stick around for new eats and my favorite treats from TJ’s!

Stay tuned, it all drops next week!

Until next time, stay kind, love each other and be fearless.

XOXO Coach Tina