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Eating Seasonally & Supporting Local

Eating Seasonally & Supporting Local

by McKenzie | Apr 2, 2020 | Food Posts, Idaho, Integrative Health + Nutrition, Lifestyle + Travel

Wanting to save for another day? Pin to your pinterest board by clicking the top left corner! As we are navigating Covid-19 and trying to stay healthy, our farms and small businesses are trying to stay afloat. They are desperately needing our support, our business a...
Creating Magical Mornings

Creating Magical Mornings

by McKenzie | Mar 30, 2020 | Food + Beverage, Integrative Health + Nutrition, Self-Care + Healthy Habits

With our world being turned upside down in the last couple weeks, you might be thinking to yourself that creating magical mornings isn’t at the top of your priority list right now. No matter who you are or where you are in this world, we have all been affected...
Skincare & Self-Care in Idaho

Skincare & Self-Care in Idaho

by McKenzie | Dec 26, 2019 | Idaho, Integrative Health + Nutrition, Lifestyle + Travel, Self-Care + Healthy Habits

Skincare & Self-care really became part of my routine when I got engaged a couple years ago. I had always taken care of my skin and myself but the thought of a wedding and life long photos really put these two on the forefront. I was brand new to Idaho and needed...
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Grazing boards have been our go-to the last couple Grazing boards have been our go-to the last couple of weeks. . . They are the best to create to have everyone at the table finding exactly what they are wanting. They allow you to put a lot of different options all out to pick and choose as you’d like. Create different combos with different ingredients & enjoy a colorful plate of deliciousness. . . This might be one of my favorite ways to eat a meal. It’s an experience for all your senses! Seeing this gorgeous board filled with so many colors & getting to eat all the different textures, tastes & combinations. I seriously could go on and on. . . Next time you have a bunch of different ingredients in your fridge, give a grazing board a try! Another bonus to these boards is they pack up nicely for leftovers. . . Have you created a grazing board before? . If yes, what are some of your favorite ingredients to include? . . . . . . . . . #kenzinthekitch #sproutingvitality #grazingboard #grazingboards #grazingfood #foodboard #smokedsalmon #grilledveggies #colorfulfood #ediblearrangements #foodforeveryone #fanfavorite #healthyfoodideas #foodblogeats #nutritionistapproved #foodielover #iin #healthcoachtips #seasonaleating #fuelyourbodyright #supportlocalfarmers #foodspread #dinnerisready #healthmatters
A little weekend 📸 recap! . . A weekend filled A little weekend 📸 recap! . . A weekend filled with all my favorite things! Community, food, adventure & fun! . . How was your weekend?
Back from an incredible, extended Labor Day Weeken Back from an incredible, extended Labor Day Weekend in gorgeous Montana! . . This was my first trip to Montana & it was everything I was hoping for & so much more! . . We camped, hiked, cooked, picnicked, swam, explored the hills on Montana & all with the best company. . . We got to spend some time with Fin’s dad and grandmother over the weekend, and their owner George. It was so much fun watching the dogs all work together & even more fun seeing the similarities in their personalities. . . We put serious mileage in & soaked in the wonderful water each afternoon to refresh & soothe our sore muscles. . . I loved our time in Montana & can’t wait for the next trip to enjoy the beautiful country to be found here. . . We saw a ton of wildlife, stayed out by the fire way too late, just soaking in the star filled skies. A little escape to Mother Nature was just what I was needing. We pushed the pause button on every day life & to we were able to recharge & really enjoy all the great outdoors has to offer. . . How was your Labor Day weekend? . . . . . . . . #mckenzieonthemove #sproutingvitality #montanalife #montanalove #montanaliving #montanamoment #visitmontana #travelmontana #montanagram #labordayweekend #familytrips #thegreatoutdoors #stetson #firstlite #wpgoftheday #wpg #littlegetaway #campingweekend #healthandwellnesstips #iin #adventurecouple #unplug #getoutdoorsmore #exploretheworldaroundyou #travelloversofinstagram #mothernatureisbeautiful #disconnecttoreconnect
Throwing it back to that one time I caught a dinos Throwing it back to that one time I caught a dinosaur on Hells Canyon! . . I realized that I never posted about our epic trip down Hells Canyon this summer. I don’t know how I could forget because on this trip I finally got to see a Sturgeon in real life. We actually had two separate rods hooked up at the same time but the big one unfortunately got away. . . They are the craziest looking creatures I’ve ever seen. It was incredible being able to hold this sturgeon & see her up close before releasing her. . . We had such a fun group of friends join us on the river. Some of the best meals eaten, games played & memories made. . . It’s not an Idaho summer without making your way down a river or two! It’s one of our favorite things to do. Float, fish, camp & just enjoy the great outdoors. . . Definitely a trip to remember 🙌🏻 . . Have you gone on river trips? Which rivers have been your favorite?
Yesterday I spent hours in my garden. . I had cle Yesterday I spent hours in my garden. . I had cleared a spot in my schedule to really tackle my garden to-do list before the heat set in. It’s the time of year when you start pruning your plants. Cutting extra foliage off, clearing space for the sunlight & fresh air to make its way through the plants. This helps the plants to send all the nutrients and energy to the produce. It allows the plant to breathe, to focus on the task at hand. . As I got my hands dirty & started my way through my garden I kept hearing myself ask, “Where in your life are you needing to prune?” “What no longer needs your attention, your time, your extra energy?” . You see, the last couple weeks have been challenging. Having a family member fight for his life in the hospital for a week. Losing a family member over the weekend. Watching what’s happening in Afghanistan, hearing from my husband the hospitals are filling back up. . The last couple weeks I have felt & I have seen so many others being in a state of anxiety, stress, fear, and heartache. Watching the world and wondering what’s to come. . Which brings me back to the question “Where in your life are you needing to prune to keep yourself healthy & thriving?” . 📺 less time watching the news which leaves you feeling negative or stressed. . 📲 less time on your phone. Creating boundaries around social media & the amount of screen time. . 💻taking time away from work & 🥾making movement a priority. Walking around the neighborhood, hiking in the hills, getting out in nature. . 🏭getting outside our work space, our homes & 🪴Being around plants. In the garden, nearby parks, forests, etc. . 🍟making sure we are fueling our bodies with the best food choices available to us. What we put on our plates directly affects our mood, our energy, our overall health & wellness. . 🥤switching our sodas, excess caffeine & alcohol for water. Really making sure we are adequately hydrated each day. . 🐶 taking time to snuggle our furry friends, they really do make life better. . 😴Making sleep a priority. No longer staying up late or burning the candle from both ends. Truly getting the rest our bodies need. . Continued in comments ⬇️
Cacio e Pepe Zoodles . . This dish might not look Cacio e Pepe Zoodles . . This dish might not look like much but wowza never knew a dish could pack so much flavor! Be ready to have the creamiest, most delicious plate of zoodles you have ever tasted! Trader Joe’s just released a jar of their Cacio e pepe sauce & I was curious. This dish comes together in a matter of minutes. I had a table full of zucchini needing to be used & I knew exactly what I wanted to make! . . - drizzle extra virgin olive oil - 1 yellow onion, diced - 1 tsp minced garlic - 1 lb hot Italian sausage @mcintyrepastures - 2 medium zucchini, Zoodled - 1 jar Cacio e pepe sauce - 3 garden fresh tomatoes, diced - fresh basil, minced . . Drizzle EVOO into your pot and place stove on medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion and sauté until fragrant. Add in pork & allow to cook fully. Add zoodles and toss to evenly combined. Add jar of Cacio e pepe & allow to simmer for a couple of minutes. Spoon into a bowl or on to a plate & top with diced tomatoes & basil. . . I was so surprised by the creaminess, the flavor combo & just how well the ingredients came together. The flavors really compliment each other. . . If you don’t love zoodles make this dish with real pasta noodles. Make it your own recipe. You can always add or subtract things to make it yours! . . Let me know if and when you try this recipe. I might have to make it again soon bc it is that good! . . . . . . . . . . #kenzinthekitch #sproutingvitality #traderjoes #traderjoesfinds #traderjoesrecipes #traderjoeshaul #cacioepepe #cacioepepelove #traderjoeslist #summerrecipes #zoodles #zoodlesnotnoodles #italianrecipe #creamypasta #whatsonmyplate #eeats #gardenfresh #gardenveggies #iin #easydinner #simpleingredients #f52grams #feedfeedglutenfree #deliciousandnutritious #igfoodies

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