Happy New Year!!
How did you ring in 2018" We had a few friends over for a small celebration. I was on snack duty (naturally) and Andrew was busy at the bar cart mixing up Manhattans. I usually love making a fun appetizer for parties, but my brain has been in holiday mode the past few weeks. So, I put some cashews in a bowl, set out some chips and salsa, and called it a day. I was a bit stressed about not providing an impressive spread, but you know what" Everyone had so much fun and nobody cared. We played games, danced to Michael Jackson records, and rang in the New Year with plenty of champagne.
Speaking of snacks and champagne, my body is craving nutrient-dense food after an indulgent holiday season. I?m not big on making resolutions, but I do think the New Year is a great time for reflection and realistic goal setting. One of mine is to make sure there is always a rainbow of color on my plate. An easy way to do this is by throwing together a bowl.
You?ve probably seen similar recipes referred to as ?macro bowls? or ?buddha bowls,? but I?m calling this one a ?glow bowl.? Why" I carefully selected ingredients that are great for the hair and skin (sweet potato, kale, and avocado), which could both use a little TLC during these cold winter months.

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