Getting creative in the Kitchen

I think I might be getting the hang of this mom of two thing. Today went pretty well.

I got a nap, a workout and a shower. Crazy but it happened. I even gave Charlotte a bath too.

After completing the above it was time for a Green Smoothie. My new favorite green smoothie is Mint Chocolate Green Smoothie. I know weird combo but so good.

Mint Chocolate Green Smoothie adapted from Chocolate Covered Kate. My goal is to make everything on her blog.

1c Homemade Almond Milk*
1 Banana
2c Spinach
3 scoops Genisoy Chocolate Protein Powder (chocolate chips or cocoa powder work too)
1/2 tsp Peppermint Extract
8 ice cubes

Blend together. Makes 16oz and if I did my calories right it's 569 calories and very filling.

How to make Almond Milk

Soak 1c almonds overnight, rinse well.
Add 4 cups water and 1tsp vanilla extract
Blend well then pour though a strainer a few times.

For Dinner I'm making Quinoa and Cheese. Samuel tends to eat it and I love it plus it's a healthier version of mac and cheese.

Quinoa and Cheese

Cook 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water according to package directions.

Remove quinoa from pan.

Pour 3/4c milk, 1T butter, and 1c Grated Cheese. Stir on low until cheese melts.
Mix quinoa and cheese together and enjoy or toss in the oven at 350 until it looks yummy and cheesy about 20 min.

I tossed a few gf bread crumbs on top for crunchiness. Next time I'll try adding some Italian seasoning.

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