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While the vegetarian diet may not be right for you, living in Flagstaff, AZ, offers you access to a wide range of in-season, nutrient-packed foods that you can include in your everyday meals. A plant-based diet prioritizes vegetables and includes a variety of plant-based proteins as a non-animal swap for this much-needed nutrient. Here are some healthy food swaps that are easy to include in your diet, whether you are vegetarian or not!
3 Healthy Food Swaps
1. Reduce the salt and increase the herbs and spices. Substitute herbs and spices, which include the bark, seeds, roots, berries, flowers or buds of plants, that have proven medicinal and nutrient benefits. The most powerful of these plant-based foods are cinnamon, sage, turmeric, cayenne pepper and Holy Basil.
2. Substitute fruits, nuts, seeds and veggies at snacktime. Your healthy snacks don't have to be boring! Consider these 29 healthy snack substitutes recipes, such as Red Peppers With Guacamole and Greek Yogurt With Mixed Berries. Even if your goal is not to lose weight, substituting healthy foods at snacktime can help you get your Five-a-Day veggies.
3. Consider Meatless-meal Days. Reducing your intake of meat products is one of the healthiest food swaps you can make, and your GI tract will love you for it. It's much easier than you think to eat meatless twice a week. Think of recipes for Veggie Burgers, Grilled Portobello Mushrooms, Mediterranean Salads, and Zucchini Spaghetti With Marinara Sauce.
A plant-based diet is linked to reduced blood sugar levels and improved kidney function. These foods are also associated with a healthy heart and digestive system. You don't have to go all-out vegan to enjoy the health benefits of a vegan-inspired diet!
Consider Country Club Vista apartment homes in Arizona for luxury living that is close to downtown Flagstaff and hiking trails, which includes a fitness center, swimming pool, and an outdoor fitness course to help you on your journey to wellness.
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They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eating a healthy, filling breakfast is the best way to get your day started on the right foot. Whipping up a quick omelette takes only a few minutes. Here are some delicious omelette recipes to try!
Fun Breakfast Omelette Recipes
Italian Style Broccoli and Cheese Omelette
With a touch of olive oil and a medium skillet, you can bring this Italian-style omelette to life in your own kitchen. Once you’ve tried it, this omelet may find its way into your lunch and dinner menu as well.
Gather These Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets (steamed)
- 6 extra-large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2/3 cup Romano cheese (grated)
- 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley (minced)
Whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Mix in broccoli and 1/3 cup of Romano cheese. Heat a cast iron skillet on medium and pour in olive oil. Pour in the egg mixture and cook for 5 minutes. Remove and place in the oven on broil for 3-4 minutes or until eggs are fully cooked. Remove from oven and let stand for 3 minutes. Add remaining Romano cheese and sprinkle with parsley.
Baked Denver Omelette
A tasty omelette is rendered even better when all you have to do is slip it into a hot oven while you prepare your morning beverage of choice. This Denver-style omelette is going to become your new favorite!
Gather These Ingredients
- 8 extra-large eggs
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (sliced or shredded)
- 1 cup chopped ham
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped peppers
- 1/4 cup diced yellow onions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Whisk the eggs and cream together in a large bowl. Then, add the remainder of the ingredients and gently mix. Grease a skillet or 9-inch baking pan with the olive oil and warm for 3 minutes. Remove and pour in the egg mixture and bake until golden brown (about 25 minutes).
We hope our Country Club Vista community members enjoy these omelette recipes. If you or a friend would like more information about our Flagstaff apartments, call us today.
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Even those who love to cook don't normally relish the thought of lengthy dinner preparations after a long, hard day — and fortunately, not everything that's good to eat requires hours in the kitchen. Following are just three examples of dinners that residents of apartments in Flagstaff can whip up with a minimum of time and effort.
Pecorino Chicken and Salad
This dish is elegant enough for a romantic dinner for two, but it's also appealing to the taste buds of children and can be considered family-friendly. Simply make a batter of bread crumbs, butter and grated pecorino, and sprinkle it liberally over cut-up chunks of chicken breast. Bake them in a preheated oven at 400 F for 15 minutes, and prepare the salad of your choice in the meantime.
Pasta Primavera
Although some people associate this classic pasta dish with endless fuss and bother in the kitchen, it doesn't have to be that way. The trick to making this quickly is to use broccoli as the main vegetable and cook it in the same pot as the pasta. Add minced garlic and roasted red pepper, and let the mixture boil for 20 minutes. Toss with olive oil and serve on a bed of fresh greens.
Spanish Frittata With Chorizo
This single-skillet meal takes only about 30 minutes from start to finish, and although frittatas are a classic breakfast tradition, they're a great option for dinner any night of the week. Combine chopped baby red potatoes, diced yellow onions, chorizo sausage, eggs and your choice of seasonings, and fry them in a skillet. Round out the meal with a simple green salad and a piece of French bread.
Our pet-friendly apartment community features a clubhouse, in-unit washers and dryers, a swimming pool and other sought-after lifestyle amenities. Please feel free to reach out to us for more information on enjoying life at Country Club Vista.
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If you're like most busy residents of apartments in Flagstaff, you sometimes struggle with coming up with a delicious and nutritious weeknight meal. This is where breakfast for dinner can come to your rescue. Breakfast foods were designed to be cooked quickly, but there's no rule that says they can only be eaten in the morning. Having them for dinner allows you to have a hot, filling meal in minutes after a long day at work or school. Here are a few suggestions to provide you with inspiration.
Sausage Breakfast Pizza
Sausage breakfast pizza is an excellent choice for those occasions when you're craving a combination of breakfast and dinner foods. Roll thawed frozen pizza or whole wheat bread dough into a pizza pan and bake until golden brown. Cook the sausage along with some sliced mushrooms in a skillet in the usual way, and slice or crumble it when it's cooked through and set aside. Scramble some eggs in the same skillet. Sprinkle your choice of shredded cheese over the crust, top with the eggs and the sausage mixture, cover with more cheese, and bake for about eight minutes or until the cheese melts. Serve with your favorite salsa, if desired.
Chicken Sausage and Sweet Pepper Hash
Preparing this in a slow cooker ensures it's ready when you walk in the door at night. Brown a package of sliced chicken sausage with sliced apples in a skillet and remove, and then brown some sliced sweet onions. Place the chicken and onions in a slow cooker with cubed red potatoes, thyme, black pepper, chicken broth, and chopped sweet peppers. Set your slow cooker to begin about six hours before you're scheduled to come home from work. Serve with fried eggs and your choice of breakfast bread.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to our office for more great advice on getting the most from life in your Flagstaff apartment.
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You simply can't watch a movie without a delicious bowl of popcorn for snacking. But plain popcorn can get boring, and buying gourmet popcorn can get expensive. Fortunately, there are many ways to easily make your own. Here are six recipes to try, using 16 cups of hot popcorn for each one. Try one on your next movie night!
Ranch
Combine four tablespoons of melted butter with a packet of ranch seasoning. Toss the mixture over popcorn and add salt if desired.
Three Cheese
Mix popcorn with two cups of shredded cheddar, one cup of grated parmesan and 1/2 cup of grated pecorino. Spread out on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until the cheese is melted. Season with salt.
Bacon
Cook six slices of bacon until the bacon is crispy. Drain the bacon with paper towels and chop it up. Mix two tablespoons of bacon drippings and two tablespoons of melted butter over popcorn. Next, toss in the chopped bacon and add in 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Add salt if desired.
Buffalo
In a small saucepan, add six tablespoons of butter and 1/3 cup buffalo sauce. Once melted, toss it in popcorn. Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese on top with celery leaves and salt as desired.
Herb
Melt six tablespoons of butter. Add in 1/4 cup each of chopped parsley, chives, tarragon and chervil. Toss the mixture with popcorn and top off with two teaspoons of kosher salt.
Movie Theater
Melt a stick of real butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour over popcorn and finish with two teaspoons of kosher salt.
One of the great things about living in Flagstaff apartments is the comfort of staying in and enjoying friends and loved ones while watching your favorite movies. If you are looking for an apartment home with a great sense of community, be sure to check out Country Club Vista today!
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The La Bellavia Restaurant is a homey nook for breakfast. Enjoy hearty, traditional breakfasts like eggs benedict, waffles, pancakes and scrambled eggs. Mike & Rhonda’s is a popular outpost well known for its super-sized breakfast biscuits. You’ll also enjoy other American breakfast staples, such as poached eggs and western omelets. Savor a Mexican breakfast at MartAnne’s Breakfast Palace. Enjoy huevos rancheros with eggs along with some freshly squeezed orange juice. This breakfast restaurant also features both tables and booths along with walls decorated with regional paintings.
Break for Brunch at These Favorite Venues
Without a doubt, Flagstaff is a brunching town. Stop at La Bella Via for a brunching experience to remember. Munch on a serving of whole wheat pancakes with real maple syrup or go with the eggs or smoked trout. Kid pancakes are served in the fun shape of koala bears. Criollo serves up Latin-inspired cuisine for brunch and uses local ingredients. Its dishes are both creative and upscale. Plus, they make the best Bloody Mary in town.
Brandy’s gets a steady flow of visitors and locals alike for brunch. Enjoy traditional favorites, specialty dishes and freshly baked goods. Both the food and service are excellent at this family-friendly restaurant.
If you’re looking for an apartment in Flagstaff, the Country Club Vista Apartments will not disappoint but will exceed expectations. Set in park-like grounds, the Country Club Vista Apartments features picnic gazebos, outdoor grills, laundry facilities, fitness course, basketball court and a swimming pool. Quality and luxury are the hallmarks of our apartment complex. Visit us today to learn more.
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