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Healthy Meal Prep Ideas for the Week

If you need some healthy meal prep ideas for the week and tips to help you make it happen, pull up a chair, and grab a pen and pad- you’ll want to take notes!

How to Shred Chicken

Shredding chicken, seems obvious, right? It should. But the thing is that if you’re shredding a lot of chicken, there are a few ways to do it that makes it easier. So, the real question is how to shred chicken fast, right?

Baked Cheese Twists

These simple, baked cheese twists are the perfect companion to soups, stews, salads, and more!

Easy Spanish Chicken and Rice

Growing up in Spain, one simple and delicious dish we ate often was Spanish Chicken & Rice or, Arroz con Pollo. It’s a family-friendly dish made with rice, chicken, and vegetables for a simple yet satisfying meal that comes together in one skillet so cleanup is a breeze.

How to Live a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle | Meal Planning List

Eating healthy and staying active are two important components of a living a heart-healthy lifestyle. And what better time than American Heart Month to start making healthy changes for your heart? Today, I want to share practical insights that you can use to help improve your wellness choices, specifically in the kitchen.

Chicken Caprese Salad with Avocado

Grilled chicken, mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, avocado, basil, and homemade balsamic vinegar- this Chicken Caprese Salad is perfect for a refreshing lunch or meal prep for the office.

Homemade Chicken Broth

Today we’re making the homemade version of one of most beloved pantry staples: chicken broth! Just to show you how simple this homemade chicken broth recipe is to make, I decided to make a video which you can check out in this post.

Four Key Elements to a Healthy Lifestyle & Daily Routine

In today’s last episode of the season, we’re going to talk about how to create a routine that works for you! I’m going to share a few of the most important elements that you’ll need to prioritize if you want to achieve your health goals and create a healthier

Buffalo Chicken Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls

These easy buffalo chicken sliders are stuffed with shredded chicken in a tangy, smoky sauce, melted cheese, and homemade ranch dressing. It’s the best thing since the Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas, but that’s a whole other story, right now, let’s focus on these bad boys!

Starting a Workout Routine When You Have Kids

In this week’s episode, we discuss how I started working out after kids and how my routines have changed over the years. We also dive into “finding the time” to work out, how I trained myself to be a morning person and the importance of movement in daily life. Lastly, we’ll talk about making a commitment to yourself to live the healthy lifestyle you deserve.

New Orleans Muffuletta

This step-by-step recipe will show you how to make a delicious New Orleans Muffuletta Sandwich at home!

Clean Eating on a Budget

Today’s episode is all about how to eat clean, as a family, without breaking the food budget! We talk about how to buy less processed foods and save money all without sacrificing your favorite family recipes. We’ll also talk about how to plan meals to stretch the food budget and of course, spend less time […]

Homemade Grab the Gold Bars Recipe

Looking for an easy Grab the Gold Bar Recipe? This one is easy to make and much cheaper! Watch how quick and easy these post-workout bars are to make in this recipe video and then I’ll walk you through everything, step by step.

Eating Clean: How to Eliminate Processed Foods as a Family

Today’s episode covers what it means to eliminate processed foods and sugars from your family’s diet. We talk about eating clean, why it’s so hard to get the kids – and sometimes our spouses – on board, and some simple changes you can make that will help you get started. This 6th season of the […]

Cold Lunch Ideas for Work

Hot lunches are great, but if you need a break from the extra cooking and prepping, these cold lunch ideas come in handy.

Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Soup

This Parmesan Chicken soup is a flavorful twist on the classic pasta dish and made in the slow cooker for an easy meal you can enjoy any day of the week. You’re going to want seconds!

What to Serve with Gumbo

If you plan to make my New Orleans style Chicken & Sausage Gumbo for dinner or a large gathering but aren’t sure what to serve with gumbo, you’ve come to the right place.  After 20 years of living in Louisiana, I’ve had my fair share of gumbo. You can find it at nearly every party and holiday, […]

Homemade Buffalo Sauce with Frank’s

This tangy, smoky Buffalo Sauce recipe is what foodie dreams are made of. I’ve been sharing recipes made with it for years and in this post, I share how to make it from scratch easily and how to adjust the level of spicy to the one you like.

Moon Cheese Healthy Office Snack Ideas

This post is sponsored by Moon Cheese. All opinions are my own. Looking for healthy office snacks you can make ahead and bring to work? You are going to love these three snack boxes that take less than 10 minutes to prep! 

Roasted Chicken and Vegetables

If you’ve been wanting to roast an entire chicken but are afraid it won’t be as juicy as the rotisserie chicken you buy from the store, today, I’m taking to step-by-step how to achieve the perfect tender, moist chicken with golden-bronze, crispy skin!

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

These soft and chewy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies are full of pumpkin and cinnamon flavor. With a wonderful crunch from the pecans, they’re sure to disappear from the cookie jar.

Quaker Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Cookies with Low Sugar

This post is sponsored by The Quaker Oats Company. All opinions are my own.  These soft and chewy Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Cookies are full of pumpkin and cinnamon flavor. With a wonderful crunch from the pecans, they’re sure to disappear from the cookie jar.  Did I mention how easy they are to make? Grab a chair, […]

How to Peel Hard Boiled Eggs

Around here, we loved hard-boiled eggs for all things lunches, egg salad sandwiches, or a high-protein snack. The only thing I don’t like? When those hard-boiled eggs are hard to peel and result in half the white coming off with the shell.  I’m sure you don’t experience this….. *ahem, but just in case you ever […]

Leftover Turkey Chili Recipe

This turkey chili is definitely a day-after-Thanksgiving recipe, so if you need a plan for those leftovers, this recipe is perfect!

Chicken Stew

Made with vegetables, chicken, broth, and a touch of cream, this chicken stew is hearty enough to fill you up without leaving you ready for a nap. It’s the kind of comfort food that makes you feel good.

Coffee Cake Muffins

These coffee cake muffins are so moist and delicious! With a crusty cinnamon topping, these are the bomb!

Healthy Chicken Dinner Ideas

These healthy chicken dinner ideas will be your new go-to recipes for fresh and delicious meals that are perfect for busy weeknights!

5 Healthy Lifestyle Habits for Moms

When you have kids, it can seem like your time belongs to everyone but you. And what often suffers, is physical and mental health. My friend, I have many days, sometimes weeks, where I struggle to keep it together and then I start to feel like I’m “behind.” The thing is, we want to prioritize […]

Best Homemade Hot Cocoa Recipe

Nothing compares to homemade hot cocoa, and this recipe is so easy to make with unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, milk, and a pinch of salt.

How Corn is Grown in Iowa | Corn & Black Bean Salsa Recipe

This post is created in partnership with Iowa Corn. All thoughts, opinions, recipes and experiences are my own. One of the things I love about my job is having the privilege to visit other areas of the country with amazing partners to learn about how our food is grown. A couple of weeks ago, I traveled […]

Carbonara Sauce

For nights when you need a quick dinner that’s a crowd pleaser without measuring lots of ingredients, this carbonara sauce with spaghetti is the perfect thing to whip up.

22 Healthy Treats that are Absolutely Crave-Worthy

You know that feeling when your sweet tooth is driving you crazy, but you still want to keep your health goals on track? OR maybe, you want a special treat or dessert without the guilt? I’ve totally been there. In fact, I’m there several times a week, which is why I like to keep this list of healthy treats handy.

Easy Ramen Stir-Fry with Chicken and Veggies

When you want something on the healthy side but crave takeout, this quick and easy ramen stir fry with chicken hits the spot! All my shortcuts to make it happen quickly are in this post.

Maruchan Ramen Chicken Stir-Fry

This post was created in partnership with Maruchan. All opinions are my own.  Fast and easy, this ramen stir-fry combines colorful veggies and chicken to make an epic take-out inspired meal your family is going to love!