Live Online Cooking Classes
I’m so excited to announce that I have opened more live online cooking classes! Keep reading for details about the next three classes and learn how you can win a Whole Foods Gift card.
Thai Rice Wraps with Peanut Sauce Live Online Cooking Class
I’m a big fan of Thai food, but going to restaurants and ordering in can get expensive, so I decided to create my own Thai experience! Thai Rice Wraps are much healthier than the ones you order, but they still have that delicious peanut sauce that everyone loves.
Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2016
Time: Today, tomorrow or whenever you have 51 minutes
Where: Your kitchen
Recipe: Thai Rice Wraps with Peanut Sauce (gluten-free, dairy-free)
$ 2.00Add to cart
Carob Cake Online Cooking Class
Carob Cake with Fudge Icing is a moist layered chocolaty cake slathered in gooey fudge icing. This gluten-free, dairy-free and paleo cake is one of my go-to recipes for birthdays and dinner parties.
Date: Replay is available!
Time: Today, tomorrow or whenever you have 51 minutes
Where: Your kitchen
Recipe: Carob Cake with Fudge Icing (gluten free, dairy free, paleo)
$ 2.00Add to cart
Vegan Alfredo Pasta Live Online Cooking Class
Vegan Alfredo Pasta Live Online Cooking ClassIf you loved alfredo pasta but can’t eat it anymore, then you are in luck! Vegan Alfredo Pasta is a creamy gluten-free gourmet dish that is a healthified version of classic alfredo pasta. The sundried tomatoes and roasted red peppers in this pasta dish add a punch of flavour and the red pepper flakes add a spicy kick.
Date: Replay is available!
Time: Today, tomorrow or whenever you have 53 minutes
Where: Your kitchen
Recipe: Vegan Alfredo Pasta (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free)
$ 2.00Add to cart
Raw Sweet Potato Salad Live Online Cooking Class
Raw Sweet Potato Salad Live Online Cooking ClassRaw Sweet Potato Salad with Curry Almond Sauce is a unique and refreshing salad. I was skeptical the first time I tried a raw sweet potato salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. I use a spiralizer for this recipe, but don’t worry if you don’t have one because I will give you lots of equipment options.
Date: Replay is available!
Time: Today, tomorrow or whenever you have 36 minutes
Where: Your kitchen
Recipe: Raw Sweet Potato Salad (raw, vegan, paleo, gluten free)
$ 2.00Add to cart
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Time is the biggest barrier, between work, grad school, and exercise, but I try to make it!
You sound super busy Jacky! Have you tried batch cooking on Sundays? You can make a few big meals to enjoy throughout the week.
I need time to cook.
It is hard to find time in our busy lives Manda. You could try committing to cooking 1 meal a week. Then slowly build up so it becomes a habit and something you look forward to.
cost! produce and especially organic foods are soo pricey!
Follow the dirty dozen and clean 15 helps reduce the cost Amy! Here is a video where I explain the difference. https://www.jesselanewellness.com/nourish/organic-vs-conventional-vs-local-produce/
Not having enough time is my biggest barrier to cooking healthy meals.
In our busy world, it can be hard to find time for sure! Whenever you make a meal, triple the recipe and enjoy some as leftovers and freeze the rest for a later date.
My biggest barrier is I have no car, and it is very hard for me to get groceries. I buy one or two items as much as I can carry and walk all the way home, even in winter. I’m a senior and don’t have much to spend. But I only eat healthy, I never buy anything not nutritious, and I take it as a challenge.
That is fantastic that you only eat healthy Rosie! Have you looked into organic delivery boxes in your area? I use one in Toronto that is affordable and extremely convenient.
just taking the time to get the ingredients and actually cooking the meal
Have you tried ordering the ingredients online Latanya? It is so convenient.
My biggest barrier to cooking healthy meals is budget.
Hi Pamela, the best way to shop on a budget is to go to your farmers market at the end of the day when farmers would rather sell produce at a discounted rate than pack it back into their trucks.
I would say time and wanting a quick meal.
Yes, it is hard to find time for sure Jessica. You may want to try batch cooking on weekends so you have lots of food ready to eat during the week.
It;s hard to cook without using oils, cheeses or anything else that’s considered fatty.
Hi Steve, you could trying cooking with coconut oil! It is extremely healthy and quickly metabolized so it is never stored as fat.
I would love to be able to sign up for the cooking classes, because I don’t really like to cook. That is my biggest barrier.
Hi Rig! My live online cooking classes are really fun and affortable!
The biggest challenge is having all of the fresh ingredients on hand at the same time.
Hi JoAn, I think you would really benefit from meal planning. If you figure out all of the meals you want to make during the week, you can make a grocery list and get everything at once so you always have what you need.
My biggest barrier is lack of knowledge of cooking and preparing meals at home in general.
Hi Jack! You might enjoy my live online cooking classes, they are a great way to learn how to cook from the comfort of your home.
My biggest barrier is time and also it can be more expensive to eat healthy but you have to invest in yourself to get the reward! Thanks!
You certainly have to invest in yourself Kimberly! You may want to try batch cooking on weekends so you have lots of food ready to eat during the week.
My biggest barrier is fatigue. Not much energy left after work and taking care of Senior parents
That can be tough Ruth. Eating healthy foods can certainly help boost your energy levels.
My biggest barrier is time!
Yes, it is hard to find time for sure Meghan. You may want to try batch cooking on weekends so you have lots of food ready to eat during the week.
Sometimes I feel like old habits are the main thing holding me back. I know how to cook the things I was fed growing up, which are not always the healthiest, so when I go to think of WHAT to make that would be healthier, I don’t know what that is! (but I know there’s a lot of info out there….I just need to get into the habit of actually preparing better choices.
I have LOTS of healthy recipes that you will love on my website Kristen! Pinterest is also a great place to find new recipe ideas.
The biggest barrier to cooking healthy foods is living in a remote area where food selection is very limited & costs can be high.
That can be challenging for sure Jill. Are you able to grow food yourself?
The biggest barrier for me is TIME!
I hear ya Melissa! You may want to try batch cooking on weekends so you have lots of food ready to eat during the week.
My biggest barrier to cooking healthy meals is cost. Fresh produce and natural foods are so expensive!
Hi Natalie, the best way to shop on a budget is to go to your farmers market at the end of the day when farmers would rather sell produce at a discounted rate than pack it back into their trucks.
I’m not a great cook and therefore eat a lot of tv dinners
Hi Tammy! You might enjoy my live online cooking classes, they are a great way to learn how to cook.
nobody else wants to eat the healthy meals i cook. So i have to cook healthy and non healthy.
Hi Kim, I have lots of recipes on my website that are healthy but taste unhealthy! The secret is not telling the anyone that they are eating something healthy.
My biggest barrier is mostly time.
Yes, it is hard to find time for sure Nicole. You may want to try batch cooking on weekends so you have lots of food ready to eat during the week.
my biggest barrier is time
You may want to try batch cooking on weekends, Chris. That way you have lots of food ready to eat during the week.
My boyfriend is a very picky eater and it’s hard to come up with a meal that we both like!!!
I can imagine Jill! Ask him what kinds of meals he is craving and make him healthified versions of them.
The biggest barrier for me is trying to pick out good recipes.
I have tons of yummy recipes on my website Gracie! Pinterest is also a great resource.
In the winter I would say cost. Summer is so much easier.
I totally agree Kim! SHoping in bulk will help reduce the cost of grains, beans, nuts and seeds.
My biggest barrier is definitely time!
Yes, it is hard to find time for sure Michelle. You may want to try batch cooking on weekends so you have lots of food ready to eat during the week.
I am my biggest barrier.
Hahaha you can do it Cindy!
Cost is usually the biggest barrier for me. Fresh produce is very expensive at the grocery store near me so I have to stock up when I go “big” shopping once a month at a less expensive place (so it doesn’t last through the month). I use a lot of frozen veggies but it’s not the same.
You may also enjoy going to farmers markets at the end of the day Barbara. Farmers usually discount the produce so they don’t have to pack it back up into trucks.
biggest barrier to cooking healthy meals is time and also i am not a really big fan of “healthy” food
When I create my recipes make sure they taste delicious even though they are healthy Saegan!
Time is my biggest barrier and I will learn more from your recipes
Hi Rajee, you may want to try batch cooking on the weekends so you have lots of food to eat during the week!
Finding the time and great recipes so that I can mix things up and not serve the same dishes all the time.
Pinterest is a great place to find new recipes and inspiration Tonya.
I changed my lifestyle, including going dairy free, gluten free and soy free, almost 2 years ago. I have to make almost everything I eat now, especially if I want a dessert. The biggest barrier for me is getting burned out having to cook every meal, finding new recipes, doing the grocery shopping while keeping up with my family’s meals too. I find that if I prepare smoothies in batches and freeze them, it really helps. Your recipes really help!
Yes, batch cooking will be your best friend Lisa! Whenever you make a recipe double or triple it so you have enjoy it again the next night for leftovers!
My life is one barrier-I often get home late or don’t have time to shop for fresh produce.
Hi Dana, have you tried looking into grocery delivery in your area? I have an awesome organic box delivery that I LOVE, it saves so much time!
buying fresh ingredients can get costly!
Hi Judith, the best way to fresh ingredients for cheap is to go to your farmers market at the end of the day when farmers would rather sell produce at a discounted rate than pack it back into their trucks.
My 2 biggest barriers are….1) Taking the time to meal plan..2) My husband and daughter are picky so often I end up cooking something different for them.
Meal planned can be really helpful Ashley! Maybe they can each pick a recipe each week that they want to eat?
I need to be more creative with veggies.
Veggies can be so delicious Annamarie! You might be interested in my Sweet Potato Salad Live Online Cooking Class.
Time is the biggest barrier.
Time is tricky Al. You may be interested in trying to batch cook on Sundays.
My biggest barrier is time. However, my husband just retired and he does a lot of the cooking now. He enjoys cooking new things, and I’m going to show him your recipes.
That sounds fantastic Marcia! I can’t wait to hear what you guys think of the recipes.
The prices of fresh fruit and vegtables.
The best way to get fresh fruits and veggies on a budget is to go to the farmers market at the end of the day when everything is on sale!
Price can be a factor. Sometimes eating healthy and making healthy meals costs a lot of money even when you do everything you can to cut costs.
I agree Elle. Have you tried getting dried goods like beans, rice, flours, nuts and seed in bulk? That can save a lot of money!
fo rme, it’s either the time or getting the materials
Hi Julie! Have you tried using organic delivery services? I have one and I absolutely love it. It is really easy to order everything online and it arrives straight to my door.
Keeping fresh fruits and vegis on hand or getting to the store often enough since they spoil so quickly.
Hi Michele, I find I need to grocery shop once a week to make sure everything stays fresh. I plan to eat meals with veggies that spoil quickly at the beginning of the week and meals using hearty veggies like carrot near the end of the week because they last longer in the fridge.
Planning and family taste preferences are my biggest barrier. Trying to find something everyone will eat is a challenge.
Hi Kate, have you tried getting everyone to choose one meal they want to eat each week? That way they can get excited about their meal and hopefully eat everyone else’s picks.
My biggest barrier is the cost and my picky palate. I’ve been on AIP paleo for several months now, but I wish I could afford more variety.
Hi Angelica, my advice is to make a point of trying a new vegetable every week to mix it up and expand your taste buds.
My biggest barrier is time (and picky eaters)
Hi Leisl, you may want to try batch cooking on Sundays so you have lots of food to eat during the week.
It would have to be time
Yes, it is very hard to find time to cook. Have you tried meal planning? If you map out everything you want to eat for the week, it makes grocery shopping really quick and then you will have everything you need ready to enjoy in the fridge.
my biggest barrier is money to buy the better products i try to eat organic but sometimes its just not possible
Hi Sarah! You might benefit from following the dirty dozen and clean fifteen. I have a video about it here.
Cost, and meal ideas.
I have lots of meal ideas on my website, check out the recipe section Michelles.
My biggest barrier is finding healthy foods that please everyone. My husband and my daughter are both very picky eaters and don’t like a lot of the same things.
Hi Jessica, have you tried asking everyone help out with meal planning so that everyone gets to pick a meal they like?
Healthy food is more expensive and sometimes I cannot afford to buy it.
Hi jaetfaye, you can make delicious healthy meals using simple produce and grains bought in bulk!
I think keeping things interesting can sometimes be difficult but my friends and the handy dandy internet have tons of ideas and recipes for me and my family
Hi Marie, I love all of the recipes online! I have lots of my website too.
Poor planning. I need to plan in advance.
Planning out all of your meals for the week in advance would be really beneficial for you Melody.
Living in the south
I would love to know how living in the south is your barrier to cooking healthy meals, Daniel. Maybe I can make some helpful suggestions.
my biggest barrier is actually being able to afford the food
Hi Daniel, have you tried shopping in bulk? You can get great prices on nuts, seeds, grains and legumes.
My biggest barrier to cooking healthy meals is the time it takes to prepare them. Quick and convenient always seems to win out
I totally agree, Cynthia! I’m hoping to post more quick and easy recipes.
My biggest barrier is time! And I hate grocery shopping.
Have you looked into delivery boxes in your area Maggie? There are some good ones that allow you to choose what you want online and deliver it straight to your door.
My biggest barrier is my love of salt…I’ll cook very healthy meals, but then I add more salt than I need because I love the salty flavor.
Hi Latoya, you can start by using healthy salt like Himalayan pink salt.
My biggest barrier to cooking healthy is that my husband LOVES cheese. Everything needs cheese.
Hahahah oh cheese! Nutritional Yeast is a great substitute to parmesan cheese and you can make yummy cheese sauces with it.
My biggest barrier is my 9yo son who just will not eat what I cook most times.
That is tough Meghan! Have you tried making his favourite meals healthier? That way he still gets to eat what he wants.
I have a hard time finding TIME to buy all of the ingredients needed. Thanks so much for the chances to win.
You are very welcome Allison!!! Have you looked into companies that deliver groceries right to your door?
My biggest barrier to cooking healthy is that I start out good for a couple of weeks, have a cheat day and then my cheat day turns in a week! I get bored and need more variety in my meals!
Yeah I find cheat days don’t work for a lot of people Tracie. I recommend creating healthier versions of the foods you are craving.
I’m very focused on low carbs for myself but my husband and kid miss pasta and potatoes. Finding variety has been tricky.
Have you tried zucchini pasta Jenny?
My biggest barrier to cooking healthier for my familyis myself. Sometimes I’m just too tired to cook and the convenient options aren’t always the healthiest.
Hi Heather, have you tried to get organic veggies delivered right to your door? That way you always have healthy food on hand.
Time and affording the good stuff
I hear ya Liz! You might enjoy doing meal prep on Sundays!