Ice Days and Vegetables

I try to eat healthy most of the time. Judging by my last few posts, you may think I'm lying. But really, I do! My favorite thing to do is to make a healthy meal and trick my boyfriend into thinking it's not, because it's so delicious.

I am a firm believer that cooking healthy is way easier than most people think. It is just a way of eating more simple, uncomplicated food that has a way of cleansing your body. Now don't get me wrong. I am a sucker for horribly greasy, fatty chicken wings and Chinese food that makes you regret your life for days. But I'll leave the authentic stuff to the people that are the best at it... That way it's a splurge for me and not a regular thing. 

Yesterday we were iced in. The trees were coated beautifully, the schools shut down, and I needed some food to make. 

Those that know me know that I make a lot of salsa. I started doing it a few years ago, and now I can't really eat store bought anymore. I change my rations and do everything to taste at this point, but I always include the following

BASIC SALSA:

-1 can tomatoes, any variety (or fresh)

-1 chopped jalapeño pepper

-sautéed onions 1/4-1/2 cup (fresh chopped are too pungent for my liking)

-a handful of fresh cilantro (or basil, or parsley, whichever you have on hand)

-a pinch of brown sugar or honey

-apple cider vinegar

-lemon or lime juice

-salt and pepper to taste

-cumin

-any other spices you choose too add, like celery seed, paprika, or coriander

OPTIONAL:

- fruit (mangos or pineapple. I usually add a little bit of extra sugar to this variety)

- tomato paste/juice/tomato paste (this depends in your consistency desire 

Then I store it in jars in the fridge. It stays good for a week or two. I usually eat it so fast though, it doesn't last that long. 

Let me know what you think. I gave you my secret recipe! Until next time.