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The Very Best Shepherd's Pie

My college besties, Kelly and Kelsey, and I used to make this dip all the time when we had an off-campus apartment. So, when Ashley from The Wildcards recommended something similar to pair with our podcast episode, I was super excited!

I’ll be honest, I eyeball everything in this recipe. Just sprinkle the herbs and spices to your taste. You can’t mess this up.

We didn’t add heat with jalapeno, but you certainly can if you like a little kick. Or use a can of Rotel instead of tomatoes.

I’m telling ya, once you start eating this dip with tortilla chips, you won’t be able to stop! It’s so good and couldn’t be easier to make. This dish is the perfect idea for a potluck or holiday party. Just dump it all together and go!

 

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Home-made Spiced Chai

 

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My guest in Ep. 04, Cindy Landham brought over this recipe for warm and cozy homemade spiced chai latte. This cup of magic will make you want to curl up under a blanket with a good book. Get the recipe here!

 

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Ep. 04 - Being Well is an Inside Job with Cindy Landham


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Homemade Spiced Chai Latte

For Episode 4, my guest, Cindy Landham, brought over a recipe for homemade chai tea. The condensed milk in this recipe makes it so creamy and delicious! The aroma of cinnamon, cloves and other spices will make your house smell incredible while it simmers on the stove. Sipping this sweet mixture just make you feel cozy, calm and nourished.

So, curl up with a good book, cuddle under a blanket and try this recipe for yourself!

 

Try this One Pot Supper…

 

The Family Wash is a restaurant/music venue that has moved locations and taken on several iterations over the years here in Nashville. Their shepherd’s pie is famous in this city! I hacked the recipe at home and it tastes pretty dang similar. Here’s the recipe for a one pot dinner that will be a hit with your family and last you a few days in left overs. Enjoy!

 

The Very Best Shepherd’s Pie

 

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Ep. 04 - Food is Not Your Problem, Dieting is Not Your Answer with Cindy Landham

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Ep. 04: Food is not your problem, Dieting is not Your Answer - with Cindy Landham

Have you ever felt guilty about eating something? I'm talking, really guilty. Maybe it even sent you down a shame spiral. Do you ever sneak food, or avoid food all together because it's just too hard to control? After you over indulge, do you exercise harder than usual to balance the "damage" you've done? Do you vow to "do better" tomorrow (or when Monday rolls around)? Have you lost and re-gained the same pounds over and over again?

Then, listen up! Most American adults have experienced these thoughts and feelings. I know I sure have. If this sounds like you, too, then this episode is for you.

Before you set your New Years Resolutions around your health for this coming year, please listen to this episode of Happiest Hour with my guest, Liberated Eating Coach, Cindy Landham. 

Ep. 04 Food is Not Your Problem, Dieting is Not Your Answer with Cindy Landham


Have you ever felt guilty about eating something? I'm talking, really guilty. Maybe it even sent you down a shame spiral. Do you ever sneak food, or avoid food all together because it's just too hard to control? After you over indulge, do you exercise harder than usual to balance the "damage" you've done? Do you vow to "do better" tomorrow (or when Monday rolls around)? Have you lost and re-gained the same pounds over and over again?

Then, listen up! Most American adults have experienced these thoughts and feelings. I know I sure have. If this sounds like you, too, then this episode is for you.

Here's the good news: there is a path to freedom from obsessive thoughts surrounding food, exercise and body shaming. 

Here's even more good news: this path doesn't involve dieting, shakes, pills, pre-packaged food, counting points and calories, or even joining a gym. 

Before you set your New Years Resolutions around your health for this coming year, please listen to this episode of Happiest Hour with my guest, Liberated Eating Coach, Cindy Landham. 

It could change your life. I know, that's a bold statement, but she sure has changed mine. 

In this episode, we cover:

• Why diet culture is failing us

• Traditional thinking vs. liberated thinking around our health and wellness

• When parents are the food police

• What loving your body really means

☕️ Whoa! All foods fit from Cindy’s perspective, so you better bet we paired this episode with two delicious recipes! Check out Cindy's homemade, made-from-scratch spiced chai latte. This tea will leave you feeling so comfy, warm and nourished.

And I'm sharing the shepherd's pie recipe that has become a tradition for my husband and me during the holidays. 

Keep scrolling to get your recipes! They’re just below. ↓

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If you can’t wait for the results of the book drawing and want a copy of Cindy’s book now, you can snag a copy here!

 

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We paired two delicious recipes with this episode. Get them below.

Cheers!

Homemade Spiced Chai

The Very Best Shepherd’s Pie

 

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