My name is Holly, and I am the lady behind the blog, The Healthy Everythingtarian. As the name suggests, I like a bit o’ everything in my diet – fruits, veggies, dairy, grains and occasionally, meat. Instead of telling myself I can’t have this or that, I find a diet of inclusion works much better for me. I’m happy, the belly is happy and my tastebuds are happy. It’s an all-around winner.
I couldn’t be more happy to be guest posting for our girl Angharad. Since we are both Minnesotans (me for real, her transplanted), we have become real-life friends. Trust me, she is fun, fabulous and the sweetest thang you’ll ever meet. So, I knew I had some pressure to make this guest post good. While brainstorming on a jolly stroll home from work, it hit me…
I needed to teach y’all the art of the yog mess!
Main entry: yog mess
Pronounciation: yog\’mes
Function: noun
(1) a mixture of yogurt and various toppings, swirled together in a circular motion to create a haphazard pile of deliciousness
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Delicious Yog Mess
(1) Start with a good base. For me, I prefer plain Greek yog, preferably Oikos because it’s organic. Think of it as a blank canvas to throw paint on, thus creating your very own Sistine Chapel!
Plain Greek yog is the way to go for a truly irresistable mix.
(2) Add in the fruit(s) of your choice.In my experience, mushed bananas and berries work best. However, don’t be afraid to experiment! I have thoroughly enjoyed kiwi, fruit preserves/jelly and dried fruit in my messes. Especially if you are using plain yog, fruit is essential to give it that perfect amount of sweetness.
You cannot go wrong with a sliced or mushed naner in your mess.
Adding Walnut Chocolate Chip Banana Bread to this mess was one of the best decisions I ever made.
Raw AB is the way to B!
(5) Embellish to your heart’s content.Embellishments are the best part! Some fabulous add-ins include: cinnamon, shredded coconut, drizzle of honey or agave, ground flaxseed, chocolate chips, almond meal, pumpkin pie spice, cardamom, maple syrup…use your imagination!
Agave gives a yog mess a certain je ne sais quoi?
(6) Make your concoction a true mess.Swirl, twirl, stir, fold, spoon, fork, ladle, mix – do what you need to do to make it a true cold mess!
(7) Devour.This step needs no explanation.
Thanks for joining in on my yog mess tutorial today! I hope each and every one of you (flexitarian, vegetarian, vegan – hey, there is soy yogurt!) learned something. If you do create a yummy looking yog mess, please send it to me at healthyeverythingtarian@gmail.com. I would love to see (and possibly eat) everything you’ve learned today in action!
I hope our dear Angharad is having a yee-haw of a time in Austin – until next time, take care y’all!
Holly
