Entries by Kim

Spicy Chicken Quesadillas new

Ingredients 1 cup chopped skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast 1/3 cup refrigerated fresh salsa 1/4 cup canned no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup frozen whole-kernel corn, thawed 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeño pepper 8 (6-inch) flour tortillas 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese Cooking spray 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream Instructions […]

Crispy Baked Garlic Matchstick Fries

Ingredients 3-4 russet potatoes, scrubbed clean and dried 1/4 cup Olive or Canola OilSea salt + black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 3 cloves garlic, minced Optional: 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary, roughly chopped Instructions Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Chop potatoes into matchsticks by halving, halving once more, then cutting into wedges, then strips. Line […]

Can You Lose Weight During Menopause?

I’m thrilled to share with you a snippet of an interview I did this past week on my radio show Phenomenal 50’s with friend and owner of fitness studio Mo-Mentum Fitness in Huntington Beach, CA. She talked about topics from menopause and weight loss to what it’s like to be up for IDEA Personal Trainer […]

Actually Delicious Turkey Burgers

Ingredients: 3 pounds ground turkey 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1/4 cup finely diced onion 2 egg whites, lightly beaten 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions: In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, seasoned bread crumbs, onion, egg whites, parsley, garlic, […]

Healthy Tips for Busy Midlife Women

This past week on my radio show Phenomenal 50’s, I had the privilege of interviewing my friend and fellow mastermind colleague, Darla Andrews. She and her husband Todd own Total Body Health Center in Placentia, CA. While Darla’s focus is primarily fitness, TBHC also offers chiropractic, nutrition, and massage services. Check out a part of […]

Spinach-and-Cheese Omelet

Ingredients 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil) 1 cup coarsely chopped spinach 1/3 cup chopped tomatoes 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup (1 1/2 oz.) shredded Swiss cheese 1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation 1. Blend and Pour. Process eggs and 2 Tbsp. water in a blender until blended. Melt butter in an 8-inch nonstick […]

What To Do When You Feel Like Quitting

Do you ever feel like quitting your health and wellness goals? While I believe that there are times to quit things like a dead-end job or a bad relationship, something I hope you never quit on is your health and wellness, because frankly, you can’t enjoy the second half of your life in a tired, […]

How to Find Adventure in Midlife

On my radio show Phenomenal 50’s, I recently interviewed my vibrant friend and avid blogger, Suzanne Stavert. Her popular blog among women in midlife is called Adventures of Empty Nesters. During our interview, she talked about how she stays healthy in midlife so that she can go on the adventures. Check out a part of […]

Blueberry Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Ingredients: 1/3 cup old-fashioned oats 1/3 cup almond milk (you may want to add a splash more) 1/3 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 cup blueberries 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 tablespoon (a hearty drizzle) honey 1-2 teaspoons cinnamon Cooking Directions: Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl until the oats have an even consistency. Transfer to […]

Seared Salmon with Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup water 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 4 teaspoons packed light brown sugar 4 (6-ounce) center-cut salmon fillets 2 teaspoons vegetable oil Preparation 1.  Stir together vinegar, water, lemon juice, and brown sugar. 2.  Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper. 3.  Heat oil in a […]