Noel Alumit We’re thrilled to announce that a new associate editor has joined the Lion’s Roar Foundation—Noel Alumit. His focus will be on promoting the voices of Asian American Buddhists. Working with the full support of our print editorial, digital, and publishing teams, he’ll connect with leaders, teachers, and organizers to discuss community needs and viewpoints and to identify and […]
This silky smooth summer squash soup is loaded with fresh yellow squash, creamy potatoes, and the warm flavors of Summer. This easy Yellow Squash Soup is a great way to use extra squash from your garden or seasonal squash from your local store. Every year I get a little too excited about planting my garden. Which means every year I […]
“All things, O priests, are on fire.” Monks sitting zazen. Hushed recesses of a temple. Summer morning in 1945. Birds chittering. Drone of an airplane. “The eye, O priests, is on fire; forms are on fire; eye-consciousness is on fire; impressions received by the eye are on fire….” Last breath of silence. Precarious equilibrium. In the temple: teetering universe of […]
With just ONE ingredient, you won’t believe how unbelievably sweet and creamy this Banana Ice Cream is. Keep reading for my pro tips on making this deliciously healthy ice cream. Bananas are one of the world’s most eaten and most popular fruits and it isn’t hard to see why. They are incredibly versatile, sweet and delicious, packed with nutrition and […]
The most thick, creamy and absolutely dreamy smoothie you will ever make, this Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is also packed with nutrition! Perfect way to start the morning, or end your day with a satisfying bedtime snack. When I was a kid, I remember loving milkshakes. Not like the milkshakes of today, where it’s really a huge cup of ice […]
If you want all the quality and flavor of a restaurant-style pasta sauce at home, this is your recipe! This Homemade Pasta Sauce is incredibly easy but tastes like you have been simmering it all day with the tangy flavor of tomatoes, sweet garlic, and flavorful herbs simmered to a thick dreamy sauce. Pasta is a comforting, familiar and easy […]
With planning, practice, and patience, you can nail down a school morning routine that prepares everyone in the family to take on the day. Whether you are getting your littles off to elementary or teens to highschool, a good morning routine helps the entire family start off feeling good! Sometimes it feels like as soon as your feet hit the […]
Sandwiches are a great first food to teach kids to make on their own in the kitchen. Teaching kids to prepare their own food is as important as teaching them life skills like keeping a budget and taking showers! When kids learn to prepare food, they learn more than how to make a healthy meal. Their confidence grows, as they […]
Natalie Monson I’m a registered dietitian, mom of 4, avid lover of food and strong promoter of healthy habits. Here you will find lots of delicious recipes full of fruits and veggies, tips for getting your kids to eat better and become intuitive eaters and lots of resources for feeding your family. Learn More about Natalie Source link
Don’t sweat school lunch! Get fresh ideas from our huge list of healthy, simple, and packable lunches. Print the list with my free printable to hang on your fridge! Also check out our huge school lunch photo gallery with 90+ complete kid lunches. Packing a school lunch: how hard can it be? Slap together a sandwich, add a piece of […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This easy Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken recipe is kid-friendly, lighter and healthier than your typical fast-food version! Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken Popcorn chicken is a fun, snackable way to get your protein fix (30 grams per serving!). Originally developed in Taiwan in the 70s and then introduced in the US […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Quick and easy recipe for gandules using canned pigeon peas simmered in a tomato-based sauce. An inexpensive, flavorful Latin side dish! Gandules Guisados (Stewed Pigeon Peas) I made this recipe on Instagram and everyone asked me for the recipe, so here it is! We love rice and beans in my […]
posted July 15, 2022 by Gina This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and links to WW recipe builder to get your personal points. 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan Gardens overflowing with zucchini yet? Make […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Peach Pie Cottage Cheese Bowls is a delicious, high protein breakfast made with fresh, ripe summer peaches. Peach Pie Cottage Cheese Bowls Cottage cheese topped with fresh fruit is a quick and healthy breakfast or snack. It’s such a great combo, cottage cheese brands (like my favorite Good Culture) sell […]
At first glance, a collection of subdued, black and white photos of and by Allen Ginsberg might not make immediate sense next to colorful, pop-culture-packed collages from Tibetan-born British artist Gonkar Gyatso. Even viewers who are aware of the two artists’ Buddhist backgrounds may need a moment for the juxtaposition to fall into place. Luckily, the art on display from […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. For the juiciest turkey meatloaf, add grated zucchini to it. This meatloaf is easy to whip up – mix all the ingredients, shape it into a loaf, and bake! Turkey Meatloaf with Zucchini Here’s an idea: Instead of trying to get your family to eat healthier all the time, add […]
Sandra Cisneros writes to honor her ancestors, because when that’s her motivation, ego gets out of the way. Angélica Paljor profiles the celebrated author of The House on Mango Street. Photo by Leonardo Cendamo / Getty Images Sandra Cisneros has a tattoo on her left arm of “Buddhalupe”—Guanyin and the Virgin of Guadalupe fused together. The celebrated novelist identifies herself as […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. If you have a giant zucchini in your garden and don’t know what to do with it, make this Giant Zucchini Parmesan – it’s so good! Giant Zucchini Parmesan My brother gave me a bunch of very large zucchinis from his garden, so I will be sharing lots of recipes using […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Scallops pair beautifully with sweet summer corn and tomatoes, made creamy with Boursin cheese. Just 6 ingredients, not counting salt, pepper, and olive oil. Scallops with Corn and Tomatoes This scallops and fresh corn recipe is the perfect meal to eat in the summer! It’s a restaurant-quality dish that takes […]
Nichiren practitioner Johnny Edward Dean Jr. reflects on how his daily practice and chanting the Odaimoku from the Lotus Sutra helped him navigate mental health challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic. At a time in my life, nothing was going as I expected it to. I was living in Chicago, Illinois, going to school for a second master’s degree, freelancing, consulting, […]
