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Is Eating Healthy Expensive?

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Why does it cost so much to eat healthy? Why? Why can I get a burger for $.99, but if I want a salad it’s like $7.00. These are the types of questions I get all the time. So of course, if I hear it, I know that there are people that are thinking the same thing and want answers.

We live in a society where everyone loves instant gratification so food chains, have recognized that and are capitalizing off of it. Is it wrong? Meh. They go after consumers who want to be satisfied instantly, and it works.

Walking into a grocery, the food in the inner isles are cheaper than the food around the perimeter of the store. Let me break that down. Canned veggies are way cheaper than fresh veggies. It’s crazy, I know. It’s the truth though. (more…)

Quick Eggplant Recipe for Dinner #Vegan or Not!

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Eggplant is a Fruit that everyone thinks if a vegetable, and on top of that, many of us walk by it because its not a normal item that people cook everyday in a regular household.

That’s all about to change after today. This recipe is super simple, and easy.  It tastes pretty fricking amazing. My husband is not an Eggplant lover, but he ate it, and said, “Make it like this every time.”  That my friends is sign that I did my job! LOL!  The kids #HulkSmashed it as well!  I feel pretty accomplished!

Its great for you too! Eggplant is a great source of dietary fiber, Vitamin B1 and Copper. This fruit is loaded with manganese, vitamin B6, niacin, potassium, folate and vitamin K. (more…)

Eggplant is a Fruit?!

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At first glance, you notice the beautiful deep purple color. It looks more like a work of art than a vegetable. The eggplant is regal, I imagine the eggplant being high society in the fruit world.

Eggplants belong to the nightshade family of fruit, which also includes tomatoes, sweet peppers and potatoes. They grow in a manner much like tomatoes, hanging from the vines of a plant that grows several feet in height. While the different varieties do range slightly in taste and texture, one can generally describe the eggplant as having a pleasantly bitter taste and spongy texture. (more…)

Food Allergies, Dietary Needs, ASK QUESTIONS!!

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Hi, welcome to my world. I have sarcoidosis, I’m allergic to dairy, yes that means milk, eggs, cheese, etc. Oh yeah and I’m also Vegan. My friends call me #SmallPrint (rude), but it’s true!

Imagine going out to dinner with me? LOL!

I’m usually the last person to order, because I take longer, the waiter/waitress usually has to go talk to the chef to double check ingredients, because they NEVER know what is in what. We must go through this process because they don’t want to be the reason someone has to use an epipen on me in their establishment (lol, its not funny.. But it’s true, lol).

Being a person with allergies, or dietary restrictions, is not the easiest thing to live with. You can’t just say hey I’m gonna go grab some fast food, for fear of cross contamination plus you never know what all of the ingredients are and so on. (more…)

My Saturday Morning Go To – Redskins

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Hey Family ????

This is a super simple recipe that can be used for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner. In our house, Saturday mornings this is the go to.

Redskins are my choice of potato because when I cook them, I leave the skin on. The skin is thin and filled with nutrients, fiber, b vitamins, iron and potassium, just to name a few.

What’s crazy is that half the fiber in this potato comes from the actual skin!!!

So leave that skin on, and get to cooking ????

Click here for the full recipe.

Try it out for yourself, and like I always say, my tastebuds and your tastebuds are different, so season it to taste!

When you make it, snap a pic and tag me on Instagram, #CookingWithQue.

Until next time, may your tastebuds be Forever Satisfied!

Que

 

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The Funniest Vegan Grocery Shopping Trip Ever

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Listen, it’s the day before Labor Day and one of my great friends, Damon Johnson, decides he wants to do the #357VeganChallenge. Please understand that he does not like to follow rules. He wants to do it now, not when he is supposed to, the last week of the month. He wants to do it right after the holiday, and he wants me to be his personal grocery shopper ( I didn’t even know that was in my title)!

Now, this all sounds well, but he picked a day where I have no staff; I have my 2 sons and that’s it. My daughter was at Grandma’s, my Husband was sleeping, Liz was in a different state, and both of my peeps, Jordette and Angelyn, were on completely opposite sides of town.

I know my son who just turned 14 was not the videographer of choice for this this experience, but sometimes you have to make it work.  He was not prepared for us, because when Damon and I get together, it’s a spontaneous combustion of, personalities, attitude, fun… actually I don’t even know what to call it. IT’S FANTASTICAL!!!! (more…)

#357VeganChallenge #Day4

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Hi Fam

It’s Friday Eve and my darling you have made it past 3 days into the 3 | 5 | 7 Vegan Challenge!!!!

Whoop!! Whoop!!  (screams yeahh)

You are doing it!!!!  

For those of you who chose 3 days YOU MADE IT!!! You completed the challenge and I hope that you #FinishedStrong

For those who chose to take it further like 5 days or 7 days, keep up the great work!!!

I wanted to make sure that this 3 | 5 | 7 Vegan Challenge was comfortable for everyone.  I wanted each person to be able to make it their own. Try it for 3 days, then the following month push yourself even further by trying it for longer.  It’s completely up to you.  Whatever makes you comfortable 🙂

I posted a video to really get everyone to focus on Why you chose to do this.  Knowing your Why helps you to push towards your goals mentally and physically.  Feel free to reply back to this email and let me know your why!! I included it below.

Just know… I’m super proud of you!!!

I really am 🙂

Til next time, may your tastebuds be forever satisfied!!!!

Que 🙂

P.S.  Snap a pic of your meals and tag me @CookingWithQue and use the #357VeganChallenge hashtag on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter!!  I’d love to see how you are doing 🙂

 

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Veganism from a Non Vegan

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If you have stumbled across this post you are actually a part of one of the most momentous times of my life … my first blog entry.

Ironically my first blog entry would be on a Vegan site when I am NOT a Vegan. But if you are like me, and Que has gotten you in the mood to go to the store and make a Kale sandwich (or something along the line of that) THEN THIS IS THE POST FOR YOU.

I know what you’re thinking already, “Liz, why would we take Vegan advice from someone who isnt even Vegan?? Are you high?” Well first off I’m not high, and don’t call me Shirley. Now, let’s get started. (more…)

#357VeganChallenge #Day1

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Hi Family 🙂

It’s the beginning????  What did you eat for breakfast?  Was it filling? What about lunch? Dinner?  Send me some pics!!!! I get excited to see what everyone is making!!!  Tag me on any social media with #CookingWithQue #357VeganChallenge 🙂

I know this seems like it’s going to be hard, but you watch. This will be a piece of cake. I’m going to help you along the way. 

Today, I did a facebook live, I don’t know if you guys have seen it.  The link is here.  If you don’t have a facebook don’t worry, I posted it on youtube  click here. (more…)

We Made It!!! #357VeganChallenge

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Wow!  We went through 7 days already!

I have been getting great feedback about the challenge! It’s great to see a simple idea change lives.  I’ve lost 6.5 lbs. in the 7 day period and I wasn’t even trying to lose weight. We really are what we eat.  Only being able to eat 1 heavy carb, like potatoes or pasta per day makes a difference, even with me already being a Vegan. 

Now, my whole life’s goal is not to make everyone in the world a Vegan, but to cleanse your bodies of some of the toxins that get put into it without us even knowing.  There is a reason Vegans have lower risk of cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, and so on. Its natures cures.  Food in its natural state is the most effective medicine.  (more…)
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