Hungry Cats of All Kinds

I get hungry a lot, anywhere from five to ten times a day.  Nothing really sticks (except hot, cheesy, pineapple pizza), so I often find myself snacking quite a bit.  It can be difficult to find so many different things to eat, especially those that are vegetarian friendly, but hopefully this list will generate some new ideas for daily snack attacks.

~ Apples & Peanut Butter - I know, it's not the most original idea, but the combination of sweet fruit and salty peanuts satisfies most of the time.  Try using Smucker's Natural Peanut Butter swirled with a little caramel for a delicious dip.

~ The Preston - Stolen from a childhood friend, this sandwich consists of a blueberry bagel, topped with a fried egg, slice of cheese, and a piece of veggie bacon (if you want a salty crunch).  This could easily be made using vegan ingredients, depending on what your local grocery store has in stock.  To make the snack healthier, use only egg whites and fry in non-stick spray.

~ Yogurt Smoothie - Your favorite yogurt + frozen fruit + a splash of juice = a vegetarian delight in a cup.  Make sure the yogurt is gelatin-free!  One of my faves: strawberry yogurt, frozen mango, and some orange juice.

~ Toast! - Bread can be combined with anything and be yummy.  Peanut butter pairs well with Nutella, mango jam, and bananas.  The salty route can lead to CLT's (cucumber, lettuce, and tomato), topped with a bit of mayo or mustard.

~ Pasta + Veggies + Sauce - With its quick cooking time, pasta can definitely be a snack, just watch portion size.  Penne with white sauce and broccoli can quickly become Alfredo, and marinara with mushrooms and mozzarella adds flavor and meatiness to spaghetti.

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Ocelots are small, spotted felines who typically dwell in South and Central America.  They are independent and territorial animals, congregating only to mate or possibly share a nice tree nook with a fellow ocelot of the same sex.  Body sizes range from 2.5 - 3 feet, while the tail adds another foot or so.  Ocelots' nocturnal nature give them an advantage over prey, especially with their keen odor tracking abilities and night vision.  While ocelots are known to eat deer, lizards, birds, and fish, most of their diet is comprised of small mammals.  Perhaps the most famous ocelot, Babou, belonged to Salvador Dali, the Spanish painter known for The Persistence of Memory, a painting featuring melting pocket watches.

Product of the Day  

Olive oil is great for cooking, but also acts as a moisturizer for dry skin and an efficient make-up remover.  I'm a fan of eyeliner (the darker, the better), which can be difficult to remove.  Simply dip a Q-tip into a small amount of olive oil, and swipe across any eye make-up for a clean skin.  Make sure not to get any oil in your eye.

As always, live cruelty-free and think about what you can do to make a difference in every animal's life.

~ The Vegetarian Cat