New Recipes! September 9th ( Peach Yogurt, Chocolate Oatmeal, Fajita Shrimp)

Hey! Been finding a lot of delicious, healthy recipes lately! My foodie soul always has to be experimenting with something-lol!
The first one is Peach Yogurt, which was just divine and so much more healthier than the sugar-loaded kind found at the grocery store. Plus it's easy! Then, there's Chocolate Oatmeal, which, while sounding unhealthy is actually nutritious and delicious! Lastly, Fajita Shrimp, which I really liked- they taste basically like tacos with shrimp instead of beef- much lighter! Planning to share more of my newly found recipes in a later post. For now, enjoy these & see you soon! ( Please note I did take my own pictures of these but chose the professional ones off the websites they were found of)

1 (16-oz.) bag frozen peaches or 4 cups fresh peaches, frozen solid
3 Tablespoons agave nectar or honey
1/2 cup plain yogurt (non-fat or whole)
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Directions:

Add the frozen peaches, agave nectar (or honey), yogurt and lemon juice to the bowl of a food processor. Process until creamy, about 5 minutes.
Serve the frozen yogurt immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to 1 month.

• 1 cup rolled oats (gluten free - optional)
• 1 cup milk, water or coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1/2 cup sliced strawberries or desired amount
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds or desired amount
• 2 tablespoons mini semi-sweet chocolate chips or desired amount

Cooking Directions

1. In a medium glass bowl mix oats and milk. Microwave for one minute. Whisk in cocoa and maple syrup. Place in refrigerator overnight, uncovered. All of the liquid should be absorbed by morning.
2. Scoop out two servings and top with strawberries, almonds and chocolate chips.

- See more at: http://www.virtuallyhomemade.com/2014/02/chocolate-strawberry-almond-overnight-oatmeal.html#sthash.QKTTsIos.dpuf

 Chocolate Strawberry Almond Oatmeal: I've made this like 7 times since I found, twice for friends and five times for my brothers and I- it's the best! Naturally sweetened, protein- rich, and yummy!
2 tbsp. maple syrup
1 cup milk( almond or cow's)
1 cup oatmeal
2 tbsp. cocoa powder
almonds, sliced strawberries, and chocolate chips( if desired)
warm oatmeal & milk in microwave till cooked, 1 minute. Add cocoa powder & maple syrup and allow to sit overnight till liquid is absorbed. Top with fruit, nuts, and chocolate chips, if you like. Enjoy!

• 2 tablespoons corn starch
• 4 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ¾ teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Shrimp Fajitas

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 medium white onions, sliced
• 2 bell peppers, sliced
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 teaspoons fajita seasoning
• 6" tortillas
• sour cream, salsa, cheese, shredded lettuce, avocado

Instructions

For the seasoning: Combine all together in ziploc bag or small jar. Shake to mix through. Use 3-4 teaspoons per pound of meat.

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large cast iron skillet (or any that is oven safe) heat oil over medium high heat. Saute peppers and onions 10-15 minutes. Season with a little salt and pepper. When onions and peppers are starting to soften and brown. Push to one side and add shrimp and 3-4 tbsp of fajita seasoning. Let cook 1-2 minutes untouched on the stovetop. Then transfer to oven to cook for 5-6 minutes.
3. At this point shrimp should be fully cooked, toss them around to make sure all are cooked and if not continue to cook an additional 1-2 minutes in the oven.
4. Mix peppers, onions, and shrimp together and carefully place the hot pan on a trivet the table for self serve. 
   

 and here's 1 extra one I forgot to mention above. A Lauren Conrad Oatmeal & Fruit Smoothie
1 cup ice
1 tbsp. honey
1 banana
1/2 cup frozen raspberries or strawberries
1/2 cup plain lowfat yogurt
1/2 cup oatmeal
blend all ingredients.

• 1 cup rolled oats (gluten free - optional)
• 1 cup milk, water or coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1/2 cup sliced strawberries or desired amount
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds or desired amount
• 2 tablespoons mini semi-sweet chocolate chips or desired amount

Cooking Directions

1. In a medium glass bowl mix oats and milk. Microwave for one minute. Whisk in cocoa and maple syrup. Place in refrigerator overnight, uncovered. All of the liquid should be absorbed by morning.
2. Scoop out two servings and top with strawberries, almonds and chocolate chips.

- See more at: http://www.virtuallyhomemade.com/2014/02/chocolate-strawberry-almond-overnight-oatmeal.html#sthash.QKTTsIos.dpuf

• 1 cup rolled oats (gluten free - optional)
• 1 cup milk, water or coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1/2 cup sliced strawberries or desired amount
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds or desired amount
• 2 tablespoons mini semi-sweet chocolate chips or desired amount

Cooking Directions

1. In a medium glass bowl mix oats and milk. Microwave for one minute. Whisk in cocoa and maple syrup. Place in refrigerator overnight, uncovered. All of the liquid should be absorbed by morning.
2. Scoop out two servings and top with strawberries, almonds and chocolate chips.

- See more at: http://www.virtuallyhomemade.com/2014/02/chocolate-strawberry-almond-overnight-oatmeal.html#sthash.QKTTsIos.dpuf