Happy 2016 friends! This is going to be a GOOD year. I can feel it in my bones.
I didn’t make any New Year’s resolutions, but I did make one January 3rd resolution: Each morning, I’m going to write down 10 things I’m thankful for and three goals for the week. Nothing overwhelming — just simple things. Today I was thankful for faux fur and new friends and a goal this week is to be confident at work.
I know this is cheesy, but I think it’s a positive way to start each day! STOP LAUGHING AT ME! 
I did also resolve to go sugar-free for January. I have friends that go alcohol free, gluten-free, dairy free, etc. Personally, I feel best when I’m off sugar, but everyone is different.
My roundup proves that sugar-free does not equate to flavor free. Look at all of this GOOD FOOD.
[For my purposes, “sugar” includes obvious sources of refined sugars, but also natural sugars like honey, agave, pure maple syrup. Fruit juice is also off-limits, but whole fresh fruit abounds!]
Breakfast
Basic Overnight Steel-Cut Oats
Half Egg White Frittata with Roasted Veggies
Appetizers
Buffalo Chicken on a Stick with Blue Cheese Dip
Sides
Bacon Mushroom Cauliflower Risotto
Thyme-Roasted Cauliflower with Horseradish Sauce
Main Course
Homemade Ham & Cheese Hot Pockets
Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Shrimp over Black Bean Spaghetti
Turkey Sausage & Kale Bread Pudding
