Hi guys,
You have been asking me a lot about my diet, and what I eat, so I decided to explain it more in this video. Besides the grocery tips I made these really delicious ginger cookies and I have the recipe for you as well. It’s very simple and very fast to make – which basically describes every one of my recipes. I am not an experienced cook, so I have to keep things simple. Making these cookies reminded me of Christmas again. I used to really enjoy the time when my mom was baking the Christmas cookies and I was just hanging out with her in our tiny kitchen and chatting about all kinds of things. It was quality time that we spent together. Baking is so relaxing :) I got so relaxed yesterday that I started to talk about tattoos. I am very curious about your opinions. I just wanted to let you know that I will do exactly what I want anyway ;) I am a stubborn Taurus.
If you try the recipe at home, let me know how it turns out for you, and if you have any thoughts or strategies about shopping for food please share it with me and everyone below. Enjoy!
Zuzana.
Ginger Cookies
You will need these ingredients: 1 egg, 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, 2 tea spoons of natural molasses, 1/2 cup of raw cane sugar, 3/4 cup whole wheat four, 1 1/2 tea spoons ground ginger, 1/2 tea spoon ground cinnamon, pinch of baking soda, pinch of salt. Oh, and I have also used about 2 handfuls of oats.
Mix together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
In another bowl, stir butter and almost all of the sugar except 2 table spoons – leave that for the end. The butter has to be soft and the sugar should be mixed in very well.
Beat the egg and add it to the mixture.
Mix in molasses.
Add dry ingredients and keep mixing until you get cramps in your arm :)
I added 2 handfuls of oats for more texture and it turned out very well. Don’t forget to mix it in very well.
Shape the dough into 10 to 12 balls. I had 11 of them, but it depends on how big you want them to be. I think that mine were the perfect size. I flattened them a little bit and they flattened more in the owen. If you add the oats and the dough is thick then you will have to flatten them yourself before you bake them.
Sprinkle the remaining sugar over the tops of the cookies before you put them in the preheated oven. Bake at 375 °F (190 ºC). Leave them there for about 20-25 minutes. They should be crunchy and crinkly on the top and doughy inside.
Enjoy your ginger cookies and remember to share with your loved ones. Eat one at the time as a treat. I mean it!
Hello fellow Taurus!
I think its great to be that sign, I surely love mine but for some reason everyone only remembers one quality about us- being stubborn, when there are so many others, like being well grounded, caring, reliable , hard-working, nurturing, empathic…
And the thing with tattoos – there are SOOO many reasons people get them and have been doing it for milenia. Warriors of ALL kinds have been tatto-ing themselves as a sign of rank, advancement or just spiritual enlightenment.
People in various groups have been putting the signs on themselves to distinguish themselves from others and emphasize their loyalty to one thing or the other.
I personally have 3 tattoos. All of them are my designs and I worked on the designs for many days before I was satisfied with each one of them. As a rule of practice – when I finally happy with the design – I carry it with me for many months before I make it permanent to see how much I like looking at it. So far I am happy with all my designs on me and the longer I go the more I love them. They become a part of me and they signify a landmark in my life. A certain stage that I passed.
I don’t think its anyone’s place to advise anyone on wherever they should or should not get a tattoo, but only on what it means to them.
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Definitely get the tattoo!!
I’m Sagittarius myself and I took an arrow tattoo onto my left ankle six months ago to remind me of that optimistic, fiery, persistent sagittarian spirit I possess. When ever I feel down or lost I just look at my tattoo and remember that I’ll ALWAYS find my way. My tattoo is very important to me because of what it symbolizes.
If people think it’s trashy then it’s completely their headache, not yours. So go ahead and get your tattoo :)
Oh, and thanks for this recipe! I’m making it tonight.
Hi Zuzana,
So when are you heading off to Spain to reconnoiter the Tattoo Studios there?
–Chris
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Zuzana,
I have a tattoo of the Metis flag. Many people think that it’s just the infinity symbol on a blue background and likely think that it’s tacky – but to me, it’s very important because it’s a part of my ancestry. I say who cares what others think. If it’s important to you, I say go for it.
BTW – I think your site is awesome! I want to start taking better care of myself. I’m currently at 170 lbs, 5′7, 28 yrs old. I have an athletic background, but I’ve been inactive for the past 4 yrs and my eating has also gone by the wayside.
You are such an inspiration and I want to thank you so much for all of your posts and videos. They are very motivating and I think that these are just what I need to get myself back on track.
Thanks again,
Jennifer
By the way, your dogs are adorable!
Hello,
I just thought I would share a baking tip with you. When I want to bake cookies but I don’t want to have a whole batch which I would undoubtedly eat I go to a place called http://allrecipes.com/ (I have an account there I love to cook) and search for particular cookie/sweet I wish to make. The reason I do this is because you can change the serving sizes which will automatically adjust the ingredient amounts for you. If you can not find the recipe you like you can submit your own and once published you can change the serving size and it will show you the new measurements. That way you don’t worry about getting carried away with sweet eating.
Or! You can just make the whole batch but only bake half of it and freeze the other half. Then you’ll have to bake the already formed cookies 5 min extra :)
Hi Zuzana,
Just a note;
I have read that frozen vegetables have as many vitamins as fresh ones and sometimes more, because they are frozen in right away.
Please don’t get a tattoo. They’re so 2006. I’m a glamour photographer and they are so off putting. the tattoo trend is not your friend.
just stop in to the tattoo shop and talk to they guys. every tattoo artist i have met have been a very cool person! they should be able to draw it on spot and possible do it that day.
I agree with Sean. I am very bios because I think that tattoos really mess up the beautiful body. I like the organ called skin and how God made it and I do not think that anything unnatural should be done to it unless it is for medical purpose. You can get a key chain or a favorite t-shirt and that way when you are feeling down or something you just wear your t-shirt and then you are reminded of your strength. I like to surround myself with what makes me feel good like my favorite color is green so I have a green journal and purse and shoes and favorite dress. I have green bed covers and toothbrush and stuff like that. Good luck with your decision.
Hi Zuzana, I just discovered your youtube page about a month ago and I was very impressed. I have been training as a powerflifter since I got out of highschool so most of my workouts have consisted of heavy weight power training. However I have let my cardio and my core go. I started using your workouts about 3 times a week for the last month tho, in addition to my weights and I have seen great results so far. Your workouts are amazingly intense and I just wanted to thank you for helping me get back into shape! As for the Tattoo, I think you should go for it. I have a few myself and I think that if you have your mind set on it then you should go for it. The tattoo that you described sounds very tastful and seems to be very meaningful for you. So I think you should definatly get it and wear it well.
Thanks again,
Tom
i wouldnt put the tattoo on your shoulder or on your forearm, tattoos dont have to be trashy it just depends where you put them. if i were you i would put it on your lower abdomen on your right or left side, that would be so sexy! if you put it on your shoulder or forearm it would look a bit trashy
Hi Zuzana,
Thanks for sharing this video.
About the tattoo. I have one and at the moment I am getting rid of it. I had it for like 10 years and at the time it seemed like a good idea, now I am over it, simple as that. I guess if you really want it you get it, end of and if you ever change your mind you can get it erased. Note, blue and black are the easiest to erase, coloured ones are not so easy. I reckon it will take me about two years to get rid of it as in 8-12 sessions… Something to think about. Good luck.
Rasa.
You are a beautiful young lady with an incredible body. In my humble opinion I would not ruin the masterpiece that you have going. The curves, the muscle tone, the different shadings when you flex, espcially your abs. Unbelievable. I want those abs. Good Luck with whatever you decide.
I agree with Jorge^^. Why put all the effort into making your body beautiful and eating healthy food just to poison yourself with ink? Seems counterproductive. Maybe try temporary tattoos first!
About the tattoo,
I am also a Taurus and I always wanted a tattoo that is Taurus related. Taurus people have grounded personalities as you know. I decided to go ahead and get a ground symbol on my shoulder. It is very simple looking and my plan for it was to always add to it every few years.
So my suggestion…start with something simple and something you can build ideas off of and add onto in the future instead of getting a final product right away.
Also, I would like to share my experience with everyone about how I lost 20 pounds in 2 months only by changing one thing. It is not harmful and it has been easy to stay with ever since. I would like to be able to explain everything fuller detail but I’m afraid it will take up too much text and scare people off. I guess just let me know if anyone’s interested.
Tim I am really interested to know what you did to lose all that weight.I am very fit and eat quite well but always strugle with a few extra kilos that just stick around would really appreciate hearing what has helped you thanks
being young helps
Zuzana,
Please come up with a cookbook! Please ^_^
i heard forearm tattoos fade faster
Zuzana,
PLEASE DO NOT get a tattoo.
DO NOT RUIN YOUR TEMPLE.
Kenzo
Hi Zuzanna! I found your videos a few days ago, and I have loved them. You are such an inspiration and I appreciate what you’ve done here so much! I am really interested in eating Clean. I am only 17, so of course, I’m going to have to try to talk my mom into helping me with this. For a normal family, this would seem to be an easy feat, but I assure you, it is not. :) My mom is strangely anti-healthy haha… she doesn’t want to buy healthy foods, she says they are expensive. And she buys all kinds of sweets and chips and junk food every week. Yeah, I know, I don’t understand it either.
Well, anyway, I want to get healthy and if I do it, I want to change every aspect of my health, not just the excercising. I want to eat healthy as well. So I am planning on attempting the Clean diet, but the recipes you have are for many portions (especially your portions!) So I was wondering if you could explain how to cut down the recipes so that it would be just for me. I will be happy to eat a meal for a couple of days, but I don’t want to be eating the same meal all week, you know? And I figure if I have good information when I bring the idea of my eating Clean up to my mom, she will be more likely to help me do so :). So I was wondering if you had any suggestions about this.
Thanks so much!
~Paige
Hello,
Just come across your vids a week ago. Iv done some of the workouts and they are fab. I cant afford all the equipment at the mo but I have a workout mat, a skipping rope and some weights for now so I will improvise for the rest. I just wanted to say… you should get your tattoo some can look trashy but the right tattoo in the right place and look really nice. Ive got a flower on my lower abdomen it looks super cute in the summer when iv got my swim gear on and its a fab way to keep me motivated to eat well and work out as I wanna be able to show it off.
Thanks again your a real inspiration.
Hi Zuzana,
Love your tattoo idea!!
Most tattoo artists are “not so friendly” with clients. Most people find it a bit disappointing experience.. You just have to be some what lucky and find a nice artist. Me, I feel the same way you do about the whole thing, so I had my last one made by a friend whom I knew from before he started inking (I used to train him and his girlfriend two or three years ago, when I was still a personal trainer). We did a Swallow flying over the sea in my core region, as a symbol for freedom. He’s really a very nice guy, very friendly and open-minded. That’s why I chose him to do mine (because I was just tired of all the “diva like” artists you so easily find tattooing; no offence meant…).
So anyhow if you guys ever come to Barcelona in Spain, maybe you’d like to talk with him about your ideas (between those two, I think Frederick had a point about the forearm, and I also think the horns should aim at your fist!).
I recently discovered your work (yesterday, actually XD). Wow!! I’m really impressed! Very nice work altogether!!! Congrats to both, you created a great project! Plus, I think it’s a very nice way of living you made; it works for you while you help others at the same time… I find it beautiful!
Take good care, and keep up your great effort!!
Hugs,
Rafa (BCN, Spain)
In my own opinion i don’t think you need a tattoo. You are absolutely beautiful in every way shape and form. Tattoos are big attention getters and hon, you don’t need a tattoo to do that, haha.
I’m not against them at all though, on alot of people they look pretty good but others, no.
Im just not for them for myself personally. I get bored of things easily and i know that if i finally got a tattoo, i would hate it in a week and id want to change it, haha.
I could go on and on about them but i personally think you are absolutely gorgeous without ink and i don’t think you need to have one…you’re beautiful as you are. :D Take it or leave it haha.
Tattoo? It is such a personal issue it is really hard to comment, so as not to offend anyone! But in MY opinion, they can be beautiful or trashy!
I have heard that tats on the hand or forearm are considered “prison tattoos” b/c prisoners give them to themselves when they are bored. IDK, i’ve never been to prison!
Somewhere discreet seems safe so if you end up hating it you can forget about it! Like your lower back!
My sister got a tattoo on her shoulder blade when we were in high school and she tried to cover it up every summer with a band-aid so our parents would not notice and get offended! Tee-hee-he, such a lil’ rebel! She regrets it now that she is 43 years old.
Blessings,
Shawnie
i would looove to trythis one but I just cant find the molasses in my supermarket, is there anyhing I can replace it with? pls let me know!
I think that if you want to a get a tattoo then you should go right a head! It is completely up to you! I love your idea of getting your Taurus symbol. I did the same thing a few years ago and got my Pisces sign. I love the meaning behind my sign and believe that it really does fit who I am. What I did though was give it a little twist by having a Celtic flair to it. I absolutely love studying about history, mythology and ancient cultures that it just seemed like the perfect combination for myself. So instead of just two plain fish chasing each other, they actually have some personality. Pretty much think of what a Celtic knot looks like but instead of the knot it is a fish.
I know some people think tattoos are trashy but I think it is a personal decision. I love my tattoo. I wouldn’t ever go out and just get any random tattoo, I actually put a lot of thought into it (two years infact) before deciding on getting one and what I wanted. I think that it should mean something to you.
I’m definitely going to make these cookies for my family when I go home to visit. They look amazing!
Hey! I am also a Taurus!!! AND, I got a bull to remind me of my strong will. But bewarned, if you get one….you will want more :) I have four, and I love each and every one of them, but they all took me a long time to get, because I wanted to make sure I could live with them for the rest of my life. Also, my tattoos are in places where I can cover them if I need to….a good thing to think about when deciding to get a tattoo. YOU ARE THE BEST! Your positive attitude and your amazing workouts having literally changed my outlook on my life. Thanks!!
Being a stubborn taurus myself, my only advice on the tatto subject, is to get something that means something special to you, (fun, loving, memorable, whatever) if it’s special to you, you will never regret it.
and ofcourse, find a skilled tatto artist to do it, ask around. And just as info.. Red colours can not be removed;)
I love tattoos and don’t for a second regret getting any of them, I’m currently getting a dragon tattoo down my left arm can’t wait to get it all done! as can only afford shortsessions at a time. My local artist is very experienced and also very expensive but, he’s worth it! Fantastic site btw
I’m gonna try this recepie for sure!!!Thank you very much)
I adore tattoos and don’t for a second regret getting any of them, I’m currently getting a dragon tattoo done down my right arm can’t wait to get it all done! as can only afford smallsessions at anytime. My artist is very good and also extremly expensive but, he’s worth it! Fantastic site btw
just made them and they taste really good!:)
I have a similar recipe for ginger cookies… My recipe has the same ingredients than yours (except for the oats). I thing oat will be a great ingredient for this recipe and I will try it as soon as I can!!
Thanks!! =D
I found your workouts on YouTube and did your 550 rep workout this AM as well as another one of your workouts a few days ago. I’m a spin instructor and consider myself quite fit but have about 10lbs,mainly around my mid-section that I would love to be rid of! Just watching your video’s spurs me on to be more consistent with working out, outside of the classes I teach at the gym and being more consistent with my diet! I’m making these cookies this week in hopes my family likes them! As for the tattoo, go for it. I’m getting a tattoo this summer on the top of my foot and my children’s names on my wrists…take care!
Hi,
those cookies are incredible, they smell and taste wonderful. thank God you included this recipe on your website :) they are my number one!
greetings from Poland
Paulina