Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

Ingredients:

1 package riced cauliflower

1 Tbsp olive oil

½ cup diced onion

½ cup diced bell pepper

¼ cup sliced almonds

2 Tbsp fresh parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions: a mindset of anxiety and fear, with a lifestyle of not taking care of my physical body, for so long that it is scary to think of what my life could look like. For a long time I have been desperately clinging to my old self, clawing for dear life to who I once was, afraid of who I can become.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and the bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes or until tender.

The Bible gives us numerous examples of people who have excuses to not do what they know to be right because of fear. In Matthew 19:16-22, a rich young ruler comes to Jesus and asks what he needs to do in order to achieve eternal life. Jesus tells him he must keep all the commandments. The young ruler replies that he has kept all the commandments, but what does he still lack? Jesus knows that this young man loves his earthly possessions, and he is clinging to that type of lifestyle. Jesus tells him if he wants to achieve eternal life, he must sell his possessions and give to the poor. He would continued on page 23