Trying to spend less time in the kitchen? If so, you're going to love this deliciously simple recipe. Join me on this week's episode of A Spoonful of Soul where I'm dishing up some quick and easy Sheet Pan Burgers with Sweet Potato Fries! Click through to watch!

Sheet Pan Burgers with Sweet Potato Fries

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SERVES: 4 | PREP TIME: 10 Mins | COOK TIME:  40 Mins |  TOTAL TIME: 50 Mins

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tbsp Avocado oil, divided 
• 1 Sweet potato
• 2 tsps Arrowroot starch 
• 1 tbsp + 1 tsp Parsley
• 1 tbsp + 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tbsp + 1/2 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp + 1/2 tsp Salt 
• 1/2 tsp + 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 1 lb Ground beef

TOOLS NEEDED

• Baking sheet
• Chefs knife
• Cooking utensils
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Oven
• 2 Mixing bowls

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375F.
2. Grease a baking sheet with 1 tbsp avocado oil. 
3. Cut sweet potato into fries and place in a bowl. 
4. Toss fries...

Ever struggled with meal planning? If so, you're going to love this week's episode, where I'm sharing the 4 simple ingredients for meal planning on a budget.

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4 Simple Ingredients to Meal Plan on a Budget

1. Decide the Number of Meals and Snacks 

One of the first steps in meal planning that is often overlooked is deciding the number of meals and snacks that you're going to eat for the week. This step is important because when you don't take the step to plan it out you might find yourself grabbing something from the coffee shop or gas station.

Those little trips add up, which is why it's important to plan ahead as much as you can so that you're not wasting money buying overpriced things at the convenience store that you could have gotten for so much less at the grocery store. 

2. Shop Your Pantry, Freezer, and Fridge

Have you ever found yourself restocking your pantry or your fridge after a shopping trip only to realize you just...

Ready to increase your recipe library with healthy meals you can eat on a tight budget? Then, you're going to love this cheap, easy and healthy Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken. Click through to watch!

Easy Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken

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SERVES: 4 | PREP TIME: 5 Mins | COOK TIME:  2 Hours 10 Mins |  TOTAL TIME: 2 Hours 15 Mins

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tbsp Olive oil, divided 
• 1/2 tsp Salt 
• 1/2 tsp Parsley
• 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper
• 1/8 tsp Onion powder  
• 4 Chicken breasts
• 12 oz Sliced mushrooms
• 1 Onion 
• 2 Lemons (1 sliced, 1 juiced) 
• 1 1/2 cup Bone broth
• Salt and pepper to taste 

TOOLS NEEDED

• Chefs knife
• Cooking utensils
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Skillet
• Slow cooker
• Small mixing bowl
• Stove

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. 
2. In a small bowl combine salt, parsley, garlic, pepper, and onion powder. Evenly season...

Why does it seem like it costs more money to eat in rather than eat out? 

The cost of healthy food is often one of the biggest challenges for people who are just getting started on their healthy eating journey.

The one thing I've learned as a nutrition coach and through my own trial and error is that not having a food budget is a surefire way to spend a whole lot of money "you don't have."

That's why in this episode of A Spoonful of Soul, we're talking all about how to make a food budget that you can stick to (and still eat out!)

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3 Tips For Making a Food Budget You Can Stick To

1.Track Your Current Budget

When you know where you are, it's so much easier to plan where you want to go. That's why the first step in creating a food budget is tracking your current food budget. That means not only the groceries but everything else from those dinners out with friends to that candy bar you grabbed at the gas station.

All these things add up and one...

Looking for a quick meal for dinner? If you're trying to eat in more, but looking to spend less time in the kitchen you're going to love these Pork Burgers with Cauliflower Rice! Click through to watch.

Pork Burger with Cauliflower Rice

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SERVES: 4 | PREP TIME: 5 Mins | COOK TIME:  23 Mins |  TOTAL TIME: 28 Mins

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb Ground pork
• 1/2 tbsp Dried rosemary
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 1 pk Cauliflower Rice 
• 1 tbsp Olive oil 
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 handful of cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste 

TOOLS NEEDED

• Baking Sheet
• Chefs knife
• Cooking utensils
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 2 Mixing bowls
• Oven

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400F and lightly grease a baking sheet
2. In a mixing bowl combine pork, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Form into 4 large patties and place on one side of a baking sheet. 
4. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes. 
5. In a separate mixing...

How do you save money on groceries used to be a question I asked myself all of the time! 

Whether you're shopping at your local grocery store or a high-end market, you've likely experienced a grocery bill that wasn't exactly what you were expecting. 

That's why as a nutrition coach who specifically helps people eat healthy on a budget, I knew that tackling this problem was essential for my community. Because if you don't feel like you have the budget to eat healthy, you're not going to. 

If you've been frustrated with how expensive it is to eat healthy, you're going to love this post, where I share my top 5 money-saving grocery tips! Click through to watch.

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5 Money-Saving Grocery Tips  With No Coupon Cutting Required!

Don't get me wrong, there is a time and place for couponing. If you're like me you've likely forgotten to bring the coupons you spent hours clipping with you to the grocery store or that app you downloaded...

Looking for a quick meal for dinner? One of my favorite diner meals of all time has been meatloaf because it's delicious and super easy to make. 

That's why I'm sharing with you a paleo, gluten-free, and AIP Meatloaf with Maple Glaze! Click through to try this!

Meatloaf with Maple Glaze

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SERVES: 4 | PREP TIME: 5 Mins | COOK TIME:  20 Mins |  TOTAL TIME: 25 Mins

INGREDIENTS

• Cooking spray
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1/4 cup Maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar 
• 1 tbsp Coconut aminos
• 5 Bacon slices
• 1 Chopped onion
• 1 Chopped carrot
• 3 Minced garlic cloves
• 2 lbs Ground beef

TOOLS NEEDED

• Casserole dish
• Chefs knife
• Cooking utensils
• Cutting board
• Loaf pan
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 2 Mixing bowls (small and large)
• Oven

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray
2. Combine salt, garlic powder, maple syrup, vinegar, and coconut aminos in a small bowl. Set aside.
3. ...

Looking for healthy recipes you can prep on a budget? One of the biggest frustrations I hear from my clients is how expensive it is to eat healthy.

That's why I'm sharing a healthy, delicious, and budget-friendly recipe that you can prepare for yourself and your family! Click through to try these Stuffed Zucchini Boats!

Stuffed Zucchini Boats 

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SERVES: 4 | PREP TIME: 5 Mins | COOK TIME:  20 Mins |  TOTAL TIME: 25 Mins

INGREDIENTS

• 4 Zucchinis 
• 2 tbsp EVOO (divided) 
• 1/2 Diced onion 
• 2 Minced garlic cloves 
• 1 lb Ground beef 
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning 
• Salt and pepper to taste 
• 1/4 cup Nutritional yeast (optional)

TOOLS NEEDED

• Casserole dish
• Chefs knife
• Cooking utensils
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Oven
• Skillet
• Stove

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. Slice the zucchini lengthwise and spoon out the center to make wells. 
3. Place the zucchini in the...

It's starting to heat up in New England, which means summer is on the way and the grills are coming out!

Whether you have access to a grill or not, you're going to love this simply delicious home-cooked recipe! Join me in this episode of A Spoonful of Soul for an AIP-Friendly Maple-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Roasted Broccoli! Click through to watch. 

AIP-Friendly Maple-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Roasted Broccoli

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SERVES: 2 | PREP TIME: 5 Mins | COOK TIME:  12 Mins |  TOTAL TIME: 17 Mins

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Broccoli crown cut into florets 
• 1 tbsp Avocado oil 
• 1/3 cup Pure maple syrup
• 1/3 cup Orange juice
• 1-2 tbsp Pure vanilla extract 
• 4 oz Salmon fillet 
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste

TOOLS NEEDED

• Baking sheet
• Chefs knife
• Cooking utensils
• Cutting board
• Grill pan or grill 
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Oven
• Saucepan
• Stove

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 450F.
2. Drizzle one...

How to eat healthy on a budget is a question that I get asked frequently. And, my answer remains the same, having a well-stocked pantry. That's why I decided to put together a complete guide to stocking your pantry on a budget. 

Here I'm going to share with you the types of ingredients you need in your pantry, the ingredients you can buy based on your budgets, and where you shop to affordably stock your pantry. 

Before you start adding these ingredients to your grocery list, I want to make note that these are suggestions of where you can. It's so important to keep in mind your food preference, as well as any food intolerances or sensitivities. You don’t need everything on this list (although having a few of them would make meal prep a lot easier). Start where you are and add as you go!

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The Types of Ingredients You Need In Your Pantry 

Whether you're stocking your pantry for...