Friday, November 24, 2017

Brussels Sprouts Gratin

We are obsessed with brussels sprouts at my house, so for Thanksgiving this year I decided to try this Brussels Sprouts Gratin from Skinnytaste, and it did not disappoint.

It was so good (and I was multitasking like a #momboss) that I only took this one picture before it was all gone.


INGREDIENTS

16 oz brussels sprouts, sliced in half
1/4 tsp kosher salt, I used sea salt
black pepper, to taste
olive oil spray
1/2 tbsp butter
1/3 cup chopped shallots, which was about 1 shallot. 
2 tsp all purpose flour
3/4 cup fat free milk, I used 2%
1/4 tsp kosher salt, I used sea salt
1 tsp fresh thyme
1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
2 oz grated Gruyere cheese, divided

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray an 8"x12" gratin dish or casserole with olive oil. Add the brussels sprouts and season with salt and pepper. Spray more olive oil over the brussels and place in the lower third of the oven. Bake 15 minutes, toss and bake an additional 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat a medium nonstick pan over medium heat. Add butter and let it melt, add the shallots and cook until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes.  Sprinkle the flour over the shallots to make a roux, whisking for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the milk and stir with a wooden spoon until the roux is incorporated into the milk. Cook over medium-low heat for about 4 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens. Add fresh thyme, parmesan and half of the grated Gruyere cheese into the white sauce and stir until the cheese is melted and incorporated into the sauce.

Pour over the brussels sprouts, and top with the remaining cheese. Bake for 15 minutes until top is lightly browned and bubbly

This would be a great dish to bring to any of your holiday gatherings with family and friends. 



Friday, November 17, 2017

Friday Favorites

ONE

I am just starting to get back into blogging, and I am sure excited about it! I started as a avid blog reader, and have met so many amazing women through blogging, its actually kind of crazy to me! This year I met a few of them in person for the first time. Kym and Kate. 



TWO

We took family pictures the other day, and I DIE! I am soo in love with them. I will just let the pictures talk. 



THREE

My husband and I are headed to Maui in January, and it seems like we still have so much time before then, but with all the holidays from now until then, I know it will be here before we know it. Does anyone have any great tip or things I need to see while we are there?? 


FOUR

Our youngest, Emma, is going back ANOTHER time to be checked on the fluid in her ears on Monday. I am hoping the doctor says they look better, but I just have that mom gut feeling it actually is getting worse. 



Friday, November 10, 2017

Toxins in our BODY

Have you heard all the benefits of Intermittent Fasting?

 All day, every day, we are exposed to a variety of toxic substances in the food we eat, the air we breath, and the water we drink. Many of these toxins can be stored in our bodies for years and even decades. It is easy to see why everyone can benefit from intermittent fasting.

The nutritional cleansing system I use during my fasting days is designated to help restore your body's natural detoxification system, and promote a healthy state which your body can recover and function efficiently.

It promotes weight loss, regulates hormones, promotes mental clarity, and increases energy!

If you haven't heard all the buzz around #IF, do some more research and let me know when you are ready to give it a try.

Here are some of my friends who follow the system and have had great success.

You can follow me on Instagram (@haleydubberke)
You can follow me on Facebook (facebook.com/haley.dubberke)







Tuesday, January 31, 2017

#STARTNOW

Energy? YES
Weight Loss? YES
Muscle Definition? YES

I've found something that works for me, and has changed my life! These super foods have given me the energy to keep up with my toddler and infant!



Saturday, January 21, 2017

Oven Baked Fajitas with Wildtree

Easy!
Julian peppers (I used a red, green, yellow and orange)
Julian an onion
2-3 chicken break
Spray pan with olive oil.
Lay out all the vegetables and chicken.
Cover with 2-3 tablespoons Wildtree Fajita Seasoning (amazing, I can hook you up if you need any)
Cover with some olive oil.
Stir up to coat all the vegetables and chicken.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.


Bakes in the oven for 20 minutes at 400 degrees.
Make sure the chicken is all cooked through.






Serve over corn or flour tortillas!
I bake my corn tortillas in the oven to get them crispy.
I wet some paper towels, cover some corn tortillas, microwave for 1 minute. After that I put them in the oven for 5 minutes, depending on how crispy I want them!

This has become one of my most favorite recipes!
Delicious and easy!!

Thursday, January 19, 2017

Real Life

This is only the beginning!
January 2017 vs October 2016.
Nutrition at its best! No working out here...I can only imagine if I could find 2 extra hours in a day to work out!

Friday, January 22, 2016

My Brother-in-law Jason

I would like to introduce you to my brother-in-law Jason for Singles Day 2016!

He is one of the kindest, happiest, sweetest and just an all around great guy!

He is smart.
He is funny.
He has a big heart.
He is a hard worker.
He is caring.
He is fantastic uncle to 7 nieces and nephews.

Jason is currently living in Waverly, Iowa. He is a Grain Merchandiser for FarmersWin Coop.

He likes to hunt, fish, or do anything outdoors.
He likes to be with family and friends, especially family!
He always puts others before himself!
Miami, FL with my sister, my brother in-law and my husband
He is always ready for an adventure.

Seattle with his cousin Sam.
Hunting with his brother Josh.

and he even has a great smile!

To get to know more about my brother-in-law, please e-mail him at dubberke89@gmail.com, or message him on facebook. Jason Dubberke. If you have a post or someone is posting a blog post on you, please include a link in the e-mail to him, so he gets a chance also to learn a little bit about yourself!

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Pretzel Encrusted Chicken Nuggets


A simple meal that is delicious & healthy!
 
Ingredients:
  • 2 Eggs
  • Pretzel Crisps (really you could use any flavor or any type of pretzel).
  • 1 package of chicken breasts
  • 1 Garlic Clove, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to Taste
Instructions:
  • Cut the chicken breasts into bite size pieces.
  • Pre-Heat the oven to 350 degrees
  • Beat the 2 eggs.
  • Crush a couple handfuls of pretzels (you can crush them any way you desire)
  • Dip each piece of chicken into the egg and then into the crushes pretzels.
  • Take the dipped pieces of chicken and put onto a wax paper covered baking pan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until cooked fully.
  • Enjoy!

These are something your spouse and even kids would enjoy! You can serve with ranch, ketchup, chili sauce, and the list could go on. They taste just as good without any dipping sauce also!

You could also make these for an appetizer dish! 

Friday, November 6, 2015

Some Friday Favorites

I am linking up today for some Friday Favorites!
 
{ONE}
Have you heard of Chloe + Isabel? If not, check out this link.
http://www.chloeandisabel.com/boutique/haleydubberke/3fcb63
Wonderful items for the holidays! Feel free to order, or if you have any questions let me know!
Nickle Free, Hypoallergenic, Lifetime Guarantee


 Here are some of my favorite pieces.

 {TWO}
Can it really already that time of year to think of Holiday Shopping? What do you get a 9 month old and not have to break the bank?
I was thinking the Anywhere Chair from Pottery Barn?

Share some ideas with me! Would love to hear from you!

{THREE} 

This is my latest family photo. They are my life!
Can you tell my husband just got home from Pheasant hunting?

{FOUR}
I am thinking of asking for this Michael Kors clutch/wristlet. Since I carry around my diaper bag all the time, it would be nice to have something smaller to throw in their, and then also something cute to use for those few times I am without the diaper bag.
{FIVE}
Just because I love sharing photos of my baby.
Hadley Marie
 
 
 Happy Friday Everyone!!


 

 
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Friday, October 23, 2015

Five on Friday

{ONE}
Today, my baby is 7 months old.
 
{TWO}
Tuesday I started the workout videos for 21 Day Fix EXTREME, and I am SORE! I knew I was out of shape, but man, I am out of shape. I am only 3 days in, and I am down about 2lbs. I am making myself eat better. Trying not to do sweets. I want to be down 10 pounds, and in shape before January. I CAN DO IT!
I did not buy any of the Shakeology, has anyone has good results with the Shakeology? It is expensive.
 
{THREE}
I am a sucker for Old Navy Sales. My go to pair of skinny jeans just got a hole in the knee, yes I wore them that much. You know when you find a pair of jeans that fit, its hard not to wear them daily.
 So, I decided to try these Rockstar Skinny's from Old Navy. My sister loves them. Yes, I purchased all 3.

{Four}
Josh and I will be going to San Diego in January, and it will be right around my 30th Birthday. We are going with some of his co-workers, and we are signed up to go to the San Diego Zoo and get a tour of the USS Midway.
I love WINE and want to go to a winery to celebrate my birthday, so I've been looking some up. I found this one, La Jolla Wine Tours, but if anyone has any suggestions on a different one, please let me know.

I've also looked into doing a Pedal Pub Tour with everyone.

 {Five}
We have Joelle's baby shower this weekend, and are counting down the days until we get to meet her sweet sweet baby!  

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Thursday, October 22, 2015

Healthy Egg Muffins

These are easy, and you all know I like easy!
Sometimes in the mornings when I am running around getting myself ready, Hadley ready, Daisy fed, etc etc, I just wish I had pre-made something the night before to eat for breakfest. This way I do not have the temptation to go purchase a donut. So, last night, I made these Healthy Egg Muffins.
{Sorry, the picture is not the best, but trust me they were delicious.}
Ingredients:
  • 12 Eggs
  • Broccoli (I just used left over broccoli from dinner the night before), and you could use any vegetable you would like.
  • 1/2 Cup Onion, chopped
  • 1 Garlic Clove, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to Taste
  • Couple splashes of Almond Milk
  • I added a 1/2 piece of bacon to 6 of them for my husband (not pictured)
Instructions:
  • Slice all the vegetables.
  • Pre-Heat the oven to 350 degrees
  • Beat all 12 eggs
  • Mix in vegetables and spices
  • Pour into greased muffin tins
  • Cook for 20 - 25 minutes
  • Enjoy!
You really could add any kind of vegetables or spices to these muffins! You could even add turkey sausage if you wanted.