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I scream. You Scream. We all scream for ICE CREAM! SO for Graduation//Christmas my family got me an ice cream maker, which is a DREAM come true! I love ice cream, but I hate that my all time (dairy free) ice cream is like $7 FOR A LITTLE PINT! -So Delicious (yes that is the brand): Mint Chocolate Chip *sigh* AND even my favorite (cream da la cream) ice cream (Graeters: Mocha Chocolate Chip), packed full of sugar and dairy is still like $5 for a pint.  Side Note: Graeters is a Kentucky Local Ice cream, made with love and badassery- Much like Kentucky in general, it is a heaven kind of thing.  ANYWAY Since I hate spending money, and I have this handy new gadget to play with- Oyster Ice cream Maker: $35 at Target (you can get it in PINK! EEEPP!) My first Ice cream experiment: Dairy Free Chocolate Chip Espresso! ALL THE NOMS! So to PREPARE your Ice cream maker, take out the bowl and freeze it, it says at least 8 hours, but the longer the better! This also gives you the time to prepare your ice cream base, which takes 5 minutes, but it needs to chill out in the fridge for a day.  Ingredients: Unsweetened Coconut Milk (You'll be using 3.5 cups- one carton has about 8) 2 t Vanilla extract 1/2 C Honey 8 T Espresso (Brewed) - I used instant espresso (that I brewed) and it was awesome CHOCOLATE CHIPS!- I used Enjoy Life, because they're dairy free, delicious and they have less sugar than any other brand.  How to make it: Mix all your ingredients (except the chocolate chips) in a sauce pan, bring to a boil and then let simmer for 3-5 minutes.  Chill in the fridge for a day or so Once that is done, assemble your ice cream maker and turn on, pour your mixture into the bowl and add the chocolate chips.  Let the ice cream maker do its magic for about 30-40 minutes. Scoops and enjoy! xoxo Breeze. 

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I'm not going to do a weight loss challenge this month- but I do challenge everyone to move out of their comfort zone and start living a healthy life. Resolutions tend to fade by day 7 because people get burnt out, so I urge you to start slow and steady and build up speed (like any moving thing that is awesome) Need help? I'm here, with arms wide open. Just remember, no matter what your number on the scale is, you're a babe- or a stud. Being healthy isn't about looking good for summer, it's about feeling amazing and motivated for life! xoxo 💪🌿 #healthy #healthcoach #wellness #weightloss #weightlossjourney #bicepsandbasil #bgky #blessed #fit #fitness #fitfam #newyearnewyou #challengeaccepted #gainz #girlswholift #girlswithmuscles #strongisthenewsexy #lean #motivation #yourebeautiful #babe #studmuffin

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*This isn't my photo

Hey y'all! I've been super stinkin busy this Christmas season, with graduating college, taking on more responsibility at work and all that good stuff. 

I have a pretty swell recipe for some homemade, dairy-free eggnog here, but no camera to take a photo of it (little old forgetful me), but I wanted to post the recipe before Christmas showed up at your door step!

  so here it is!

4 Cups So Delicious Coconut Milk- (Ill have the nutrition info for both Unsweetened and Vanilla) 3 Tablespoons Cinnamon 1.5 Tablespoon Vanilla 1 Tablespoon Nutmeg 6 egg yolks 2 Tablespoon Maple Syrup

1. Mix egg yolks, most of your coconut milk (3 cups), a coconut nectar/maple syrup in a small pot over low heat. Continuously stir the mixture and keep the heat low to avoid making coconut/maple scrambled eggs. 2. After 6-8 minutes, the mixture should be beginning to thicken. Once it is able to coat the back of your spoon, remove from heat and add the last of the coconut milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. 3. Put the eggnog aside and let it cool to room temperate, then, refrigerate until you’re ready to get your drink on! (Add some spiced rum for a little more fun in your cup)

Enjoy! xoxo

Nutritional Info: Makes 5 servings

Unsweetened Coconut Milk Calories: 153.2 Carbs: 12.4g Fats: 9.56g Protein: 3.5g Fiber: 3.6g Sugar: 6.42g  Sodium: 11.2mg

Vanilla Coconut Milk Calories: 181.2 Carbs: 18.8g Fats: 9.56g Protein: 3.5g Fiber: 3.6g Sugar: 12.82g Sodium: 11.2mg Remember, this info isn't including your favorite spirits!

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Leave of Absence.

Hello, Hello!  I just wanted to drop by and leave a little love note.  I am so sorry I havn't posted in a million years, and trust me, there will be a large update when I do post.  Some things that have happened in that past month: I bought a new car.  My handsome fella is home from Afghanistan.  I graduate College in 14 days.  I just started writing my thesis (oops) I have been building muscle like it's my job!--which it really is.  I have driven all over the U.S. and am finally back in KY for a few months.  So there is my life right now.  I miss you guys just as much as those who miss me.  if you want to keep up a little more with what it happening in my life for the next month or so, you can Follow me on Instagram (@bicepsandbasil) xoxo

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Belated Post

Hello, Hello! So I didn't post this past week, but for a VERY good reason- My meal that I prepped for the week was not very tasty.  NOW, I DID make some Bomb Pumpkin No-bake cookies, the recipe will be posted tomorrow.  AS WELL AS my meal prep for this coming week.  So sorry for no recipe this week, but you know, you learn as you go.  xoxo

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"So I recommend having fun, because there is nothing better for people in this world than to eat, drink and be merry. That way they will experience some happiness along with all the hard work God gives them under the sun." -Ecclesiastes 8:15