The Ultimate Guide to Freezer Meals

[pinit count=”horizontal” url=”https://thehappygal.com/ultimate-guide-freezer-meals/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/FREEZER-MEAL-GUIDE.jpg” description= “One the go this Holiday Season? Nothing is worse than when it is 5pm and your kids ask “mom whats for dinner” Be prepared with yummy, healthy freezer meals that are ready to go. #freezermeals #holidays #recipe”]If you are ready to eat healthier, or if you just believe in sitting […]

Healthy Snacks That Your Kids Will Actually Eat!

I don’t know about you, but I run out of snacking ideas for the kids about six hours into summer vacation. We all know the “Good Mom” drill: offer them apple slices, carrot sticks and string cheese…but my good intentions are met with moans and groans, and it’s not long before I find myself buckling […]

25 easy ways to add protein to your diet

[pinit count=”horizontal” url=”https://thehappygal.com/25-easy-ways-add-protein-diet/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/25-Protein-xxx.jpg” description=”Easy ways to add protein to your diet. There are other options besides a solid piece of meat on your plate for a balanced diet. #thehappygal #protein #proteinrecipes”]I think most of us know by now that we need protein in our diet to keep us healthy and strong.  There are many […]

White Bean Chicken Chili

[pinit count=”horizontal” url=https://thehappygal.com/white-bean-chicken-chili/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/White-Chicken-Chili.jpg” description=”The perfect chili for a cold night! I love all of the fresh toppings! www.thehappygal.com #chili #chickenchili #dinner”]I can’t get enough of this chili! Add the toppings and you are in for a treat! White Bean Chicken Chili 2 T. olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 3 […]

Honey Chicken Stir Fry

[pinit count=”horizontal” url=”https://thehappygal.com/honey-chicken-stir-fry/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Honey-Chicken-Stir-Fry.png” description=”Fast, easy, good! Love this healthy stir fry! www.thehappygal.com #dinner #stirfry”]  Fast, easy, good! You’re gonna love this healthy stir fry! Honey Chicken Stir Fry  1 lb. chicken diced into pieces 1 clove garlic minced 1/8 t. salt 1/8 t. pepper 2 t. olive oil divided 4 T. honey 2 T. low […]

Chicken Tortilla Soup

[pinit count=”horizontal” url=”https://thehappygal.com/chicken-tortilla-soup/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Chicken-Tortilla-Soup-1.jpg” description=”The perfect fall soup for a cold day! www.thehappygal.com #soup #chickentortillasoup #dinner”]  You’re going to love this recipe! It’s pretty soupy, so you’ll want to spruce it up with some of these delicious toppings. And – BONUS – this makes a great freezer meal. Check out THIS post for some great […]

The Loaded Yam

[pinit count=”horizontal” url=”https://thehappygal.com/the-loaded-yam/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Loaded-Yam.jpg” description=”I love this new way of eating yams! So healthy and good! #healthy #lunch #dinner”]You’re going to love this one! It makes for such a unique, refreshing lunch – or it can even hold it’s own for dinner. Loaded Yam Baked yams Craisins Low fat feta cheese Chopped pecans Chopped green […]

Healthy Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

  [pinit count=”horizontal” url=”https://thehappygal.com/healthy-asian-chicken-lettuce-wraps/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Asian-Chicken-Lettuce-Wrap-Featured-Image-300×300.jpg” description=”The yummiest, easiest Asian chicken lettuce wrap I’ve tasted – AND it’s healthy!”] You’re gonna love this one! I’m all about the ease and the flavor of rotisserie chicken, and lately it’s been my obsession to see how many recipes I can shortcut by using them. I’m proud to share […]

Healthy Fresh Raspberry Recipes

[pinit count=”horizontal” url=”https://thehappygal.com/healthy-fresh-raspberry-recipes/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Healthy-Fresh-Raspberry-Recipes-resized.jpg” description=”SEVEN low fat, delicious raspberry desserts, salads and smoothies. www.TheHappyGal.com #raspberryrecipes #fatfreedessert #yummy #salad #todiefor”] A few years ago we had a raspberry bush in our backyard. My six-year-old daughter was 18 months at the time, and while the raspberries were on, she would often turn up missing during the day. […]

Fresh Peach Dessert

[pinit count=”horizontal” url=”https://thehappygal.com/fresh-peach-dessert/” image_url=”https://thehappygal.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Fresh-peach-dessert.jpg” description=”Fresh Peach Dessert – a.k.a. Heaven on Earth. Seriously. Hands down my favorite dessert! www.TheHappyGal.com #freshpeaches #dessert #todiefor”] I don’t know what I love more about this dessert…the buttery crust with a nutty flavor, the sweet cream cheese filling, the fresh peaches, or the whipped cream on top. Just writing that […]