Baked White Sweet Potatoes *****

 

• White Sweet Potatoes
• Avocado Oil
• Sea Salt

• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, and spray with avocado oil.
• Scrub, then dry the sweet potatoes. Cut in half horizontally.
• Spray sweet potatoes with avocado oil.  Sprinkle with sea salt.
• Place sweet potatoes cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the pre-heated oven for about 40 minutes, until tender.

https://lillieeatsandtells.com/baked-white-sweet-potato/#wprm-recipe-container-19748

Soft Granola

 Very good.  I baked it in the air fryer oven for three increments of four minutes, rather than two, since that oven consistently cooks slower than other ovens..  I think I overcooked it, and will try it with two increments next time.

• 1/3 cup ghee
• 6 Tbsp honey
• 1 tsp hemp hearts
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup sprouted pumpkin, sunflower, and watermelon seeds

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with avocado oil.

2. Melt together ghee and honey, and then stir in remaining ingredients. Mix well.

3. Spread granola evenly on parchment paper and bake in preheated oven for 4 minutes.

4. Take out and stir, then spread back out. Bake for an additional 4 minutes.

5. Remove pan from oven. Without stirring, let it rest for at least an hour to cool. Store in an airtight container for a few weeks.

Adapted from: 

https://thecookstreat.com/soft-and-chewy-granola-honey-sweetened/

Order of Eating

 

One of the things I learned at my endocrinologist appointment today was that the order we eat our food can actually make a difference. Instead of focusing only on what to eat, she explained that this order may help support steadier blood sugar and keep you feeling fuller longer: 

Vegetables first 

Protein next 

Healthy fats 

Carbs last 

Why?  

Fiber from vegetables helps slow digestion. 

Protein and healthy fats help you stay satisfied. 

Eating carbs last may help reduce blood sugar spikes after a meal. 

It’s not a cure for lipedema or a magic weight-loss trick, but it’s one more simple habit I’m adding to my toolbox to support my overall health and help manage inflammation. I love learning little changes like this because they feel realistic and sustainable—not restrictive.

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Overnight Oats (without Yogurt) *****

 

1/2 c rolled oats

1/2 c coconut milk

2 tsp chia seeds

1 tsp hemp seeds

1/4 tsp vanilla extract

1/8 tsp 100% monk fruit powder

Optional toppings: berries, slivered almonds

Measure all ingredients into a glass container; mix well.  

If desired, top with frozen blueberries.

Cover and refrigerate overnight.

In the morning, stir, and add optional toppings.

https://kristineskitchenblog.com/favorite-easy-overnight-oats-recipe/

Air Fryer Asparagus

 

Swede Potato Bread

 

Swede Potato Bread…
Sweet potatoes are naturally rich in fiber, potassium, and beta-carotene (which your body converts to vitamin A—great for skin, eyes, and immune support). They also have a lower glycemic impact than many refined flours/sugars when paired with fats and protein (like eggs + olive oil).

And the best part: their natural sweetness comes from their starches converting into sugars as they cook—especially when baked—so you get a cozy, caramel-like flavor without needing refined sugar - which is a no, no here @scrumpshes.granola 😉

Ingredients
• 1 cup mashed sweet potato (bake at 400°F until soft and easily pierced with a fork)
• 1/2 cup quality olive oil or avocado oil
• 1/2 cup raw honey
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup oat flour (blend sprouted oats in a food processor)
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• If you’d rather skip making oat flour, use 1 1/2 cups almond flour total instead.
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
• Serve it with vanilla ice cream, Scrumpshes granola, or both

Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking tray or cake pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potato, olive oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and honey until smooth.
3. Add the flours, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir until fully combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
5. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
6. Let cool slightly before serving.

Serve warm as-is, or top with vanilla ice cream (@icecreamforbears) and @scrumpshes.granola—because obviously 🤭

Air Fryer Frozen Green Beans *****

 

1 lb frozen Nature's Promise Whole String Beans

2 Tbsp Avocado Oil

Garlic Powder

Sea Salt

In a mixing bowl, stir together oil, garlic powder, and sea salt.  Add frozen string beans and mix well.

Spread evenly on the air fryer basket with a pan underneath.

Air fry at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.

Stir the beans and air fry for another 12-14 minutes until done.  Watch carefully at the end to make sure the beans around the edges of the pan aren't burning.