Raspberry Almond Muffins

I recently joined a group of nutrition-focused bloggers, the Recipe Redux.  Each month we are challenged to create a healthy recipe that fits within the theme.  This month’s theme, “Grab a Book and Cook,” challenged us to open one of our cookbooks to either page 42 or 142, and makeover the recipe.  Since it’s the holidays, I opened my Butter Baked Goods Cookbook by Rosie Daykin and found a delicious (but, definitely butter packed, hence the title of the book) rhubard almond muffin recipe.

December 14-20

Happy Holidays!  This week was somewhat hectic getting ready to travel back up North for Christmas.  Doug and I will be spending Christmas with my family in Vancouver, AND I am SO excited to see them.  Typically on Christmas, my aunt, uncle and cousins from Victoria spend Christmas with us.  We take turns each year as to which family travels to the other’s house.  As little kids, we always wanted to experience Christmas morning at our own houses, and therefore left the travel to Christmas Day.  This usually involved rushing to a ferry and overall was not the most pleasant experience.

Now in our twenties, we decided we could handle Christmas morning at a house other than our own.  For the first year, we will be getting together on Christmas Eve.  With my two cousins also being medical students, and me living in New Orleans, our visits are less frequent.  I am so looking forward to seeing them!

One of my favorite things to do is spend time in the kitchen with my Mom and prepare a feast for Christmas Dinner.  I’m hoping to snap a few photos along the way to share with you later.

I wanted to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!  Your support for this little blogging endeavor has been the best gift- thank you!

 

 

Sunday

• Quinoa Gratin (LG Original)– This recipe is a little more exciting (and sorry, I’m biased) than your typical preparation of quinoa as a salad.  If you haven’t tried quinoa yet, give this one a try.  This recipe has been adored by foodies and picky eaters alike. 

Monday

• Repeat Quinoa Gratin (LG Original)- I will be honest, I actually ate this for lunch 3 days paired with a basic green salad.

 

Tuesday

• Fish Tacos (LG Original)– Doug and I love to try tacos at all different restaurants, and, especially from food trucks.  Our favorite places to get a taco in New Orleans are Taceaux Loceaux and the Rum House.  It always amazes me how many unique variations can be made from the basic taco.  This recipe is on the healthier side, but full of flavor.  This is a great idea fordinner parties, as it’s always fun to lay out all of the toppings and have guests build a taco suited to their taste.   

 

 

 

Wednesday

• One Pot Cheesy Turkey Taco Chili Mac (Skinnytaste)– Another winner from Skinnytaste.  This was absolutely delicious, healthy, so easy. and only dirtied one pot.  Does it get any better?  This served us for 2 lunches and 2 dinners.  Make it tonight.

Thursday

• Repeat One Pot Cheesy Turkey Taco Chili Mac (Skinnytaste)