Did you pick the wrong time to go dairy-free?

I’m here to help you through Superbowl Sunday which is among America’s top eating days, after Thanksgiving.

Yes, you can easily get through a big eating day like this, dairy-free no problem!

Get this: there will be 1.25 billion chicken wings polished off as people watch the game. And what goes best with those wings? That’s right, ranch dressing!

The original ranch is made with buttermilk and mayonnaise if you make it from scratch, but most people use the famous Hidden Valley bottled dressing which is shelf stable to 150 days or about 5 months. A rather scary thought.

So what to do?

Make this new and improved dairy-free buttermilk dressing recipe, that I’m not kidding, tastes just like Hidden Valley Ranch, and is nutrient dense, creamy and delicious.

You won’t feel like you’re missing out for one second.

It’s a great way to add heart healthy fats to your diet, too.

The cashews are rich in “heart-friendly” monounsaturated fatty acids that help to lower bad LDL cholesterol and increase good HDL cholesterol.

It gets it’s creaminess from the soaked cashews and pinenuts.

The onion powder adds that familiar “ranchiness” flavor we all love. I know I do

This is one of those dishes that you could put out for guests and not say a word, and no one would even know the difference.

Or simply make a separate dish for yourself and marvel in the fact that you get to have your cake and eat it, too!

This is what I love about healthy eating.

You don’t have to give in to foods that don’t match your beliefs, tastes or health goals just because it’s a special occasion.

“Buttermilk” Dressing

Makes 1 1/4 cups

½ cup raw cashews, soaked (10-15 minutes of soaking is all you need)

½ cup raw pine nuts, soaked

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp onion powder

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tsp rice vinegar (or white wine vinegar if you don’t have this in your pantry)

¾ cup water

3 tbsp chopped chives (optional)

Blend all ingredients but the chives and some of the water in a high speed blender till smooth. Then drizzle in the rest of the water slowly (stopping every now and again to scrape the bowl) until the mixture has taken on a smooth consistency. Toss the chives in the finished dressing at the end and stir.

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Okay, are you feeling like me right now?

A little sluggish. A little worn down.

I’ve definitely been enjoying more “sexy” foods over the last week. (raw goat’s and sheep’s milk cheeses, dark chocolate, coconut macaroons and I even had a few bites of tender, juicy grass-fed chicken which I haven’t had in years)

It’s been a great holiday week with my husband home and friends and family visiting.

Now it’s time to refresh, renew and start the new year rested and rejuvenated.

Approaching each day with excitement, purpose and energy is a wonderful gift to give yourself this year.

I’m here to get you started with a quick tip.

First, do you notice that once you start the “indulging” pattern, it’s not as exciting (or easy) to get back on the healthy track.

My body definitely craves some good clean eating right now, but my taste buds still want the more decadent stuff.

Can you relate?

If so, I suggest making  gradual changes back to healthy, clean eating.

Instead of cutting out foods completely or going cold turkey and getting too healthy all at once, simply upgrade your indulgent items one at a time.

This kind of transition allows you to rejuvenate, restore, and change your taste buds so you begin to crave healthier foods.

As my clients can tell you, this will produce results that last.

For instance, if you’ve had too much pie, icecream or chocolate ganache this past week, switch to a yummy, healthy and decadent chocolate pudding like this instead.

I made this at my “Slim and Sexy Moms Club” kick-off event in December and it was a big hit.

Mom’s loved it. Babies loved it.

It’s made with only 3 nutrient dense ingredients that will satisfy you and fill you up.

Chocolate Fudge Pudding

Makes one serving

1/2 avocado

6 pitted dates

4 tbsp cocoa powder

Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender or food processor and serve as is. This can be chilled in fridge (covered) for up to 3 days.

Good for both mom and baby (and husbands, boyfriends, anyone!)

Let’s make 2012 all about living a happy, sexy life in a body you love with foods like this.

When our food is on track, we feel more alive, sexy and positive and are able to enjoy our lives so much more. Isn’t that the truth?

If you’re interested in joining the Slim and Sexy Mom’s Club that meets once a month, we would LOVE to have you. Go here for all the info.

It’s all about convenient healthy eating for Moms and their families and connecting with other like-minded moms in a fun, relaxed, supportive, pampering environment.

Come to this exclusive, one-of-a-kind club with your challenges and leave with practical solutions to apply to your busy lifestyle.

If you’re interested in creating a customized health plan for yourself to kick off the New Year in style, book your Slim and Sexy Breakthrough Session here and let’s chat about  your personal health goals for 2012 and see if we’re a good fit.

I am so excited for the year ahead and what’s possible for all of us.

Happy New Year!

The key to indulging the slim and sexy way this holiday season is to let yourself have a taste of what your body wants (whether it’s a healthy piece of chocolate or a piece of your mom’s homemade pie), have ONE serving, eat it slowly, preferably in the company of others, not alone in a closet, and enjoy it to its fullest.
You will enjoy your food more, eat less of it and experience a lean and energized body long-term.

To stay inspired and on track, here are TWO of my favorite things to indulge in this holiday season, the slim, sexy way.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Raw Kombucha Tea (Cosmic Cranberry)
This sparkly, effervescent non-alcoholic drink, filled with probiotics is the perfect rosy holiday beverage that is great to drink in between your cocktails or glasses of wine at a holiday party.

You don’t have to give up drinking, just alternate alcoholic beverages with non-alcoholic ones, like this, to prevent latenight overeating after one too many.

Serve it in your favorite glass with a twist of lemon. It’s just as festive and no one will even notice that you’re not drinking.

Chocolate Truffle Butter (from oneluckyduck.com)
Rich, chocolatey, and spreadable! This is handmade from the purest raw ingredients, like cacao powder, agave, cacao butter, vanilla beans, sea salt. That’s it! Drizzle over your favorite dessert, add to smoothies, or eat it the way I enjoy it best, right out of the jar!

If you want to indulge even more this season, I am offering Complimentary “Indulge and Be Merry” Nutrition Breakthrough Sessions until December 31st. You can go here to sign up and redeem yours. Finally learn how to take charge of your weight, energy and health issues without turning your life upside down or giving up your favorite comfort foods.