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WIAW {MIA}

04/18 by Leigha 14 Comments

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Sorry I’ve been absent for a few days guys, I just wasn’t really feeling like posting with everything going on. πŸ™ Plus track’s started so that’s taking up some time. Β However, I definitely haven’t been lacking in the food area, so let’s get started with WIAW (plus a few highlights) Thanks to Jenn, as always!

wiaw april

Breakfast

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I tell you, I have had a green smoothie every morning for at least a week straight. I’m obsessed. And they’re just such a great way to get some greens in the morning! This is from yesterday but I had theΒ exact same thing today.

I also finally found oatmeal that I like! 1/2 cup oats plus half a banana right in the pot for 20 min. They absorb the flavor so well and with a little almond milk and brown sugar, this is heaven. I finally like oatmeal! πŸ™‚

Lunch

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Nothing special. I’m trying to use up the “smoked” turkey- I’m not a big fan. The sandwich was a multigrain thin, turkey, kale, feta, and a little hummus. I ate the apple and a leftover healthy cookieΒ too.

Dinner

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I was supposed to go cook with Lynn tonight, but she cancelled! I still wanted to make something so we made tuna patties and roasted asparagus. Both new things for me! Oh my gosh how have I never had asparagus. It’s so good! That will definitely be a staple this summer. And the patties weren’t bad either!Β They had a dill sauce which was delicious.Β  Β It’s so nice to be trying new foods now! I even finished my mom’s plate πŸ˜‰

Dessert

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I made another batch of banana muffins. This is coming to you soon. They areΒ amazing.Β 

Highlights

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Made this for dinner on Sunday. One of the simplest meals ever, but it was pure delicious. It wasn’t missing one thing. Tortellini, broccoli, mushrooms, and alfredo. I could eat this every day, not even kidding.

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I tried spaghetti squash! And it was disgusting. Well now I know! The pesto, tomatoes, and feta were yummy but not.the.squash. At least I can say I tried it!

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I went to Stone’s (again)Β You cannot leave there without a cookie! Gluten free peanut butter chocolate chunk. Does it get better than that?!

What is your favorite, simple recipe?

Feelings on spaghetti squash?

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  1. jessielovestorun says

    04/18 at 3:42 am

    Tuna cakes and asparagus.. the only thing that would have made the plate even more delicious would have been some ketchup for the asparagus πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Leigha says

      04/19 at 1:35 am

      I will try that next time!!

      Reply
  2. Sunnie@moderngirlnutrition says

    04/18 at 4:15 am

    Look at all those healthy eats! Clean and green πŸ™‚ Those oats sound amazing- adding a banana makes all the difference. Happy WIAW girl!

    Reply
    • Leigha says

      04/19 at 1:36 am

      I’m so happy I like oatmeal now! You too πŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. allieksmith says

    04/18 at 1:23 pm

    Lots of great eats going on in this post!! Especially dessert ;). I love spaghetti squash!

    Reply
    • Leigha says

      04/19 at 1:39 am

      It was a yummy day! Maybe I’ll have to give it another try… I want to like it! What do you recommend it with?

      Reply
      • allieksmith says

        04/19 at 8:00 pm

        I like it with meatballs and marinara sauce. Classic!

        Reply
        • Leigha says

          04/20 at 7:38 pm

          Definitely something to try. I want to like it so bad!

          Reply
  4. Brittany @ DulceVie says

    04/19 at 1:32 am

    I love drinking green smoothies!! All of your food looks so good πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Leigha says

      04/19 at 1:39 am

      Hehe thanks! I definitely want to try your recipe πŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. livliveslife says

    04/19 at 4:06 pm

    What a bummer about the spaghetti squash! I love it. At least the cookie made up for it. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Leigha says

      04/19 at 6:52 pm

      I know! I really want to like it though. What would you recommend it with?

      Reply
      • livliveslife says

        04/19 at 7:36 pm

        I really like to serve it under chicken or tofu parmesan! Or with just a simple tomato sauce with lots of cheese. πŸ™‚

        Reply
        • Leigha says

          04/20 at 7:37 pm

          I’ll have to try that. Thank you!

          Reply

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