So who am I? I’m Laurel House - your QuickieChick, and I’m a real 34-year old chick. Yes, we all know what a “quickie” is, but this is more than that; it’s a lifestyle. Just as “quickies” are fun, exciting, sometimes unconventional, efficient, sexy, in the moment, and always (or almost always) instantly gratifying… so are LifeQuickies. These aren’t long overdrawn processes that require prep-work, expensive equipment, patience and perseverance. They are right now, getting the most out of every moment. Oh, and it’s all done on a budget (because you don’t need to be wined, dined and stay in a 5 star hotel to have a quickie… do you?). Really, there’s a Quickie solution for anything life throws your way. These are my personal DailyQuickies... because "I' don't have time" is no longer an excuse. There's always time for a Quickie...
DailyQuickie: Kale Chips
Where: Kitchen
When: Wed, Nov 3
What: I am super into Kale right now. It is insanely fibrous, loaded with vitamins, helps with digestion, weight management, and it’s alkaline (perfect for my new alkaline diet). Made into chips, it’s the ideal non-salad (again!) snack! OH, and it’s Vegan Awareness week so it’s PERFECT!
Why: Potato Chips, Corn Chips, Tortilla Chips, even Veggie Chips… when it comes to fat content they are pretty much all the same. Why? Because they are fried. Instead, try these baked Kale Chips that are super tasty, salty, crunchy, satisfying, and only 50 calories and .5 grams of fat per serving!
Ingredients:
Fresh Kale- cut into bite-sized pieces, remove rib
1 tbsp EVOO
Sea Salt, White Pepper, Red Pepper Flakes- to taste (you can also try it with curry or garlic powder)
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Mix the Kale with the Oil and Spices to thin coat each piece. Place on a cookie sheet or aluminum foil for. 15-20 minutes in oven.
Yum!
