Hello Breakfast!

Looking for something that will wake up your senses? Look no further! This breakfast is packed with LOADS of flavor and tons of good stuff!

Egg scramble:
2 eggs
1 Roma tomato diced
1 tbsp chopped basil
1 tbsp milk (I like to use coconut milk)
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Seasoning to taste

In small frying pan, combine all ingredients and stir with spatula until cooked and scrambled. Pour scrambled eggs over an English muffin, halved. I like to use my gluten free English muffins from my local grocery store. Top with cheese, if desired. Enjoy!

Creamy Onion and Herb Dressing

Mmmmm... This one is sure to be a pleaser and much healthier than your traditional ranch.

Ingredients:
4 tbsp nonfat plain yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise or miracle whip
2 tbsp low-fat sour cream
2 garlic cloves peeled and finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh finely chopped onion
2 tbsp milk (I prefer coconut milk)
1 tsp dried parsley
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

In small bowl, mix all ingredients thoroughly. Chill for an hour before serving. Add to your favorite salad and... Enjoy!

Turkey and Egg Burrito

I did WHAT with my leftover Thanksgiving turkey? Oh yes I did. I made it into a delicious burrito! Ok, I admit, I've been on a bit of a burrito kick lately, but when you taste this bad boy, you'll see why!

The insides:
Leftover turkey from Thanksgiving (or just get some turkey breasts and cook them up in a frying pan)
2 eggs
1 tbsp milk (I prefer coconut milk)
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Seasoning to taste

The toppings: (go nuts!)
2 tbsp sour cream (optional)
1 tbsp sliced black olives (optional)
6-8 slices of picked jalapeno (optional)
2 tbsp cheddar cheese (optional)
2 tbsp diced tomatoes (optional)
And... Whatever else you like on your burrito

Cut turkey into small pieces and place in a small frying pan. Add eggs, milk, extra virgin olive oil and seasoning and scramble over medium heat until thoroughly cooked. Place cooked egg scramble down the center of your favorite type of tortilla shell. Top with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

What's your seasoning?

Life is all about the spice! At least that's what I like to believe. And that's how I like to cook as well. Whether is a new combination or just a new twist on an old staple, I love exploring spices!

Here's some fun facts about some spices I like to used frequently!

Cumin
This spice used frequently in Indian and Mexican cooking helps to improve circulation in your body and gives you energy!

Curry
Curry is a blend of spices most frequently used in Indian cooking and varies in flavor from mild to hot. I love using curry on my veggies to add an extra zip!

Cinnamon
This spice is more versatile than you think. This spice is a "warming" spice and works well for balancing blood sugar as well as easing the symptoms of a cold or flu.

Coriander
This spice comes from the seed of a cilantro plant. It's zesty and has a bit of an orange flavor. It's great for spicing up soups or Indian and Mexican dishes

Cayenne
This is another great "warming" spice that can help with circulation, metabolism, and even relieving an upset stomach. A little goes a long way!

Remember when looking for your spices that you make sure to always buy spices that are in their "natural" form - meaning don't buy mixes like seasoned salt, garlic salt, or any other derivatives out there. Why? Those spice blends generally tend to have extra additives that, while they may seem harmless, contribute to some of the poisons we consume.

And don't be afraid to spice things up in your kitchen!

Loaded Egg Scramble

Tired of the same old scrambled eggs? Me too! So I made a new recipe that adds a bunch of flavor and lots of healthiness!

Scrambled eggs:
2 eggs
1 tomato, diced
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt, pepper, and seasoning to taste

Combine all ingredients for scrambled eggs in small saucepan and cook over medium heat until eggs are thoroughly cooked, light and fluffy.

Spinach:
5 oz fresh baby spinach, steamed

While eggs are cooking, steam spinach. If you don't have a steamer, place spinach in microwave safe bowl, add about 3 tbsp water, and cook on high for about 4 minutes covered. Once the microwave beeps, drain any excess water from spinach and set aside.

Place warm spinach on a plate and top with scrambled eggs. For some extra flavor, add some shredded mozzarella cheese (optional). Enjoy!

Powerful Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a powerful food on its own, but add these ingredients and your oatmeal will pack a powerful, energetic punch to your morning!

1 serving old fashioned rolled oats cooked per directions on container
2 tbsp dried cranberries
2 tbsp raisins
1 tbsp slivered almonds
1 tbsp grade B maple syrup
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp ground fennel seeds

Mix all ingredients together. Add milk if desired. Enjoy!

Rejuvenated!

Ever have one of those weeks?? One where you don't feel motivated at all? One where you think everything you're doing is pointless anyways? One where you don't believe in yourself?

That was my last week. 55 hours in at the day job and two conferences - one of which was an overnight conference. Phew! I'm glad that's over! Between work, pets, cooking, and keeping up on house work, last week was nuts for me and I was VERY stressed! I started wondering if I could do what set me out on this journey of being healthy... being a Beach Body Coach.

So, what got me through? My Beach Body Coach and other Beach Body Coaches! And that reminded me why I became a coach: I want to be just like them. I want to be for someone else what they are for me. I want to help people and keep them on track to achieve their goals for health and fitness!

As a result, even though it was a very busy week for me, I was able to avoid temptation and eat healthy all week! I even packed my own food for my overnight conference and stayed on track with my Shakeology for breakfast.

So, I got through it, and I'm now rejuvenated and ready to rock n' roll! My point is, that when you feel like everything is lost and your stressed and emotional, just remember that it will pass and find your motivation! Not sure where to look for motivation? I can help you with that! Follow me on Facebook (www.facebook.com/beachbodyheather.pekrulgulig), Twitter (twitter.com/BBheatherpg) or Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/lyric11780/boards/). Let me know how I can be YOUR motivation!