Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes Kaitlin Mueller Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes Kaitlin Mueller

Instant Pot Great Northern Beans Recipe

When it comes to nutritious legumes, Great Northern beans deserve a top spot on your list. These small, white beans are not only delicious but are also packed with health benefits, making them an excellent addition to any meal. In today’s post, I’ll share the many health benefits of Great Northern beans, along with my favorite ways to cook and enjoy them!

Read More
Healthy Eating, Recipes, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller Healthy Eating, Recipes, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller

Instant Pot Black Beans

Black beans are an easy and affordable way to include more protein and fiber in your diet. Though canned varieties are convenient, cooking dry beans is also pretty easy. In today’s post, I’ll share the health benefits of black beans, reasons for soaking or not soaking dry black beans, my recipe for cooking them in an Instant Pot, and how I like to eat black beans.

Read More
Nutrition, Healthy Eating Kaitlin Mueller Nutrition, Healthy Eating Kaitlin Mueller

Instant Pot Pinto Beans

February is American Heart Month. One heart-healthy food that is often overlooked is pinto beans. Pinto beans are a nutrition powerhouse and an easy addition to any diet. In today’s post, I’ll discuss the health benefits of pinto beans, the pros and cons of canned vs dried pinto beans, and share an easy Instant Pot recipe for cooking dry beans.

Read More
Healthy Eating, Recipes, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller Healthy Eating, Recipes, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller

Instant Pot Farro

Farro is a chewy and hearty grain you may not have heard of before. It originates in Italy and describes three different grains: spelt, emmer, and einkorn. In today’s post, I’ll share the health benefits of farro, how to cook it, and some of my favorite ways to incorporate farro into healthy eating.

Read More
Recipes, Healthy Eating, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller Recipes, Healthy Eating, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller

Easy Toasted Veggie Sandwich Recipe

Sandwiches are something I’ve been craving while pregnant, but because deli meats are off-limits while pregnant, I’ve started eating veggie sandwiches. Not only are these sandwiches a great way to pack in the veggies, but they are also filling and delicious. Today I’ll share my favorite sandwich fillings as well as a super simple recipe.

Read More
Healthy Eating, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller Healthy Eating, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller

Diets 101: Vegan

Happy New Year! Last week’s blog post focused on different types of vegetarian diets. Another way of eating that is even more restrictive than a vegetarian diet is a vegan diet. Today I’ll discuss which foods can and cannot be consumed on a vegan diet, plus share some of my favorite vegan recipes.

Read More
Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes Kaitlin Mueller Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes Kaitlin Mueller

Easy Tahini Sauce Recipe

Tahini sauce is an easy way to add flavor to any of your favorite dishes. Today I’ll share my simple and healthy recipe that can be put together in just 5 minutes! Many sauces require a blender or food processor, but you’ll just need a bowl and a spoon for this one. Keep reading to learn about the health benefits of tahini and the recipe.

Read More
Recipes, Healthy Eating, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller Recipes, Healthy Eating, Nutrition Kaitlin Mueller

Better Butters: Pumpkin Seed Butter

Pumpkin seeds are a very festive fall snack so I thought I’d turn my pumpkin seeds into pumpkin butter! Making your own nut and seed butter is easy with a food processor. Today I’ll share my recipe for pumpkin seed butter and discuss why pumpkin seeds are so healthy. Check out my other Better Butters blog posts if you’re looking for other nut and seed butter recipes!

Read More
Healthy Eating, Recipes Kaitlin Mueller Healthy Eating, Recipes Kaitlin Mueller

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats Recipe

To me, October means the start of pumpkin season! There are many ways to incorporate pumpkin into baked goods, so why not try eating it in a healthier way at breakfast? Pumpkin is packed with important vitamins and minerals, so today I’ll share an easy recipe that is modeled after a seasonal favorite, plus discuss the health benefits of pumpkin and why it is a great addition to breakfast.

Read More