Thrifty Thursdays: An After Thanksgiving Guide- Leftover Madness & Detoxifying Twists

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 Its Thrifty Thursday and what's more thrifty then making that Thanksgiving meal last and last?

 I'm someone that can't just reheat leftovers in the microwave. I find them boring and tasting very "blah", and so I wanted to help you add a dash of a little "something, something" to those Turkey Day leftovers. 

Below are 2 brand, spanking new recipes perfect for re-creating your Thanksgiving meal. They are not only popping a lot of flavor, but also a little "healthified" too. And speaking of healthified...

I  have also included links to my favorite 5 free YouTube Detoxifying, Yoga Twist videos below. These videos are great for ringing out the body after that heavy holiday meal and I have made sure there is an option for all levels.

I wish you all a wonderful day filled with lots of memory, great food ( Thanksgiving Recipes), love, laughs, and hopefully a little bit of creativity.

Enjoy the day and try not to sweat the small stuff! Instead, leave the sweating for your detox poses later tonight!

Crispy Mashed Potatoes & Stuffing Latkes-*Printer Friendly Version

*You can leave out the turkey if you’re feeling all “turkeyed” out,

 or sub the turkey for another type of meat such  as chicken.

*Substitute coconut oil for 2 T more olive oil or 2 T. of unsalted butter.

Cranberry and Turkey Leftover Quesadilla-*Printer Friendly Version

My 5 "Go To" Detox YouTube Videos

For 10 min. of Yoga Twists

Restorative Yoga Sequence by Esther Ekhart of Ekhart Yoga 

This restorative sequence rebuilds energy and restores balance in your body. 

(Grab a couple of pillows for this one!)

Yoga for Holiday Meal Digestion by Tara Stiles of LiveStrongWoman

This 10 minute heart-opening, total body twist is the perfect detox kickstart. 

Tara is a fast-talking yoga instructor, yet provides calm, well-guided steps.

For a 20 min. Everyday Stretching Sequence

Safe Stretches for Full Body Yoga by Jen Hilman of PsycheTruth

Jen has a lot of great videos for stretching. 

She is very easy to follow along, even while watching TV.

20 min. Intermediate/Advanced Detox Opening Classes

20 Minute Yoga Class: Lengthening & Opening  by Colleen Saidman of PlumTV

This  energizing total body yoga sequence gives excellent instructions and provides a beautiful beach view.

One Hour Yoga Flow Class for All Levels

Yoga Flow Class for Beginners to Intermediates by Yogi Nora Channel

This class provides a great balance of stretching the hips, working through sun salutations, and performing detoxifying twists. The instructor is very happy, relaxed, and makes you feel like you can sit into the stretches for a lot longer than you may have originally thought. 

And now for your daily dose of inspiration...

Photo Courtesy of: Kelsey J. Andrade

Make it Mondays: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake

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I'm not the biggest fan of the traditional Thanksgiving desserts. They always feel too heavy and after a big ol Thanksgiving meal, its just not my favorite thing. However, I do enjoy a cup of coffee and a little something afterwards with pumpkin and chocolate. And so I have decided to combine the two with the perfect pumpkin chocolate chip coffee cake recipe. Its also pretty convenient that it makes a great breakfast the following day, you're welcome!

For the chocolate chip streusel:

1/3 c. flour

1/3 c. rolled oats

1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar

1 t. cinnamon

pinch of salt

6 T. butter (cold)

1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips 

Combine the flours, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut the butter into small cubes and toss in with the dry ingredients. Set aside. Now its time to make the batter...

For the Pumpkin Coffee Cake Batter:

1 1/2 c. flour (I used 1 c. all-purpose, 1/2 c. whole wheat flour)

2 t. baking powder

1/2 t. baking soda

2 t. cinnamon

1/4 t. nutmeg

1/2 t. salt

1 stick (8 T.) unsalted butter  (melted)
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1/2 c. sour cream
1/2 c. pumpkin puree

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, set aside. In a large bowl, beat the melted butter into the brown sugar with an electric mixer. Beat in one egg at a time. Add in the pumpkin puree and sour cream. Stir in the flour mixture.

Spread half of the batter into the greased pan. Dollop half of the streusel over the batter. Pour the other half of the batter on top of the streusel. Sprinkle the remainder of the streusel on top. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean of the center, roughly 50 minutes. Let cool in pan for 15 minutes. Slide the cake onto a cooling rack. 

For the Icing Glaze:

1/2 c. powdered sugar

1 t. half & half (whole milk/cream work too)

1 t. vanilla extract

Whisk together the powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla in a small bowl. With a spoon, drizzle the glaze over the top of the coffee cake. 

Cut into thick wedges and serve. 

Don't forget to pick up any crumbs that your clean up crew may have missed...

I hope you all make it a great Monday! 
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