Cheers to a Healthier Happy Hour

The summer months are upon us and who doesn't love enjoying a cocktail in the sunshine? I'm not exactly sure if it's okay that a future dietician is about to rave about her favorite summer cocktail, but oh well. It's just so good. Now, it goes without saying that drinking should be done in responsible moderation, and never forget that Uber is just an iPhone swipe away.
With all that being said, you MUST try this (slimmed down) Pimm's Cup!
For a little background, I used to live in London, and a Pimm's Cup is a very English drink (starring the English liqueur, Pimm's). I apologize to all of my English friends for being a wanker and changing the
traditional version to this less sugary version.
It's really the easiest thing to make. I suggest adding whatever fruits you want to your Cup, but try to make sure you have a slice of cucumber, sprig of mint, and some kind of citrus. That being said, the more fruits the merrier because once you've finished the drink you can eat all the fruit (so it's healthy now, right?)
Pour an ounce and half of Pimm's into a tall glass with ice. Top the glass off with equal parts natural sparkling lemonade and soda water. Add any fruits you like, stir, and sip. Cheers!

How to Make Spaghetti Squash :)

It's no secret that I love pasta. All different kinds, all different sauces. For me, it's comfort food at its best. So what's a girl to do when you need your pasta fix, but don't want the crazy calorie count that comes with it?
SPAGHETTI SQUASH! I'm obsessed. It's so easy to make, goes perfectly with all the pasta sauces I love so much, and you can pretty much eat until your heart's content- after all it's just squash! Even when you're not craving pasta, spaghetti squash is a great way to add another veggie to your diet (remember, we can never get enough!)
Here's a step by step for simple and delicious spaghetti squash.
1. Pierce the squash several times with a large knife (so it doesn't explode in the microwave). Microwave it for about 10-12 minutes, then let it stand for about 5 minutes longer (it will be HOT). Check for doneness by sticking a fork directly into the skin. It should go in easily.
2. Once the squash has sufficiently cooled, cut it in half lengthwise.
3. Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and pulp from the center and discard.
4. With a fork, slowly scrape out the squash. It will come out in thin "spaghetti" strands very naturally.
5. Top with your favorite sauce and enjoy!

YUM!