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Smart Crackers & Edamame Hummus

I love finding new ways to make snack time nutritious and exciting at the same time. This edamame hummus recipe is one that incorporates some of my favorite flavors, plus it’s high in fiber and protein.

Cobb Salad Dip

Summer comes with lots of entertaining, both at home and outdoors. It seems, like I always need to bring a crowd-pleasing recipe to an event, and this Cobb Salad Dip is one that’s devoured quickly. Although my kids are not big salad fans, they love this dip. And me? I take my salads very seriously!

Pork Carnitas Tostadas in the Slow Cooker

This carnitas tostada is one of those recipes you can set and forget about until your house is exploding with the aroma of something epic about to happen. Why go to the taqueria when you can BE the taqueria, you know?

Roasted Zucchini Spears

This quick recipe turns a simple vegetable into roasted zucchini spears that look like fries and taste delicious!

Almond Flour Tortillas

This simple recipe for Paleo tortillas made with almond flour will become a staple on taco night, guaranteed. 

Pear Muffins with Cinnamon Crumble

The two recipes that are sure to win over my children for breakfast are pancakes and muffins. But when it comes to muffins, the ones with crumbly topping on top are the best!

Libby’s Pear Muffins

Today’s Pear Muffins with cinnamon crumble topping are a favorite at my house. They’re soft on the inside, with a fluffy, airy texture. And then topped with a crisp crumble. So Good. There are two recipes that are sure to win over my children for breakfast are pancakes and muffins. But when it comes to […]

The Best Grain-Free Family Meals on the Planet

One of the most difficult things about ditching processed foods, eating “clean” and healthier, or changing up our eating lifestyle to gluten-free, paleo, primal, dairy-free, or nut-free, is the overwhelming process of finding substitutes for our family’s favorite recipes.

Taco Lettuce Wraps

Use ground beef, turkey, or chicken to make the lettuce wrap filling, and in 15 minutes, you’ll be ready to enjoy a healthy taco night.

Sabra Hummus BLT Cups

Let’s celebrate National Hummus Day together with these delicious Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Hummus cups!

Fresh Watermelon Feta & Mint Salad

I love the fresh flavors in this watermelon feta salad recipe and how easily it comes together. Made with mint, and a homemade orange dressing.

How to Make Egg Shakshuka

Read on because this delicious Egg Shakshuka is easier to make than to pronounce! One skillet and simple ingredients are everything you need to serve this terrific meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

National Honey Board: Beef & Broccoli Bowls

For weeknights where I need a delicious and convenient meal waiting for me when I get home from afternoon activities, these Slow Cooker Asian Beef Bowls with Broccoli are just the thing to serve for dinner!

Healthy Slow Cooker Beef & Broccoli

For weeknights when I need a delicious and convenient meal waiting for me when I get home from afternoon activities, this slow cooker meal saves the day!

Coconut Mango Popsicles

When temperatures begin to creep up, I love having pops in the freezer as a snack option, and these coconut mango popsicles are just the thing to eat when you want a healthy and delicious treat!

Egg Salad Stuffed Avocado Lunch

Looking for a delicious and low-carb lunch idea? You’re going to love this egg salad stuffed avocado made with my homemade egg salad recipe and perfectly ripe avocado. It’s super satiating and so easy to make. In this post, I’ll show you how to assemble this wholesome lunch idea and pack it for the office.

Honey Chicken Lettuce Cups with the National Honey Board

The one meal I love to order when I travel to New York City? Honey Chicken Lettuce Cups from a small Asian restaurant a few blocks away from my hotel. They are so delicious that I’ve been known to frequent twice in a couple of days.

Healthy Honey Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Craving Asian chicken lettuce cups from your favorite restaurant? Look no further than this recipe! You’ll love the combination of sweet and tangy, Asian-inspired flavors in these healthy chicken lettuce cups. The perfectly cooked chicken and crunchy veggies encased in crisp lettuce… mouth-watering!

Quick Peach Bread with Yogurt

Grab a cup of coffee and get ready to enjoy an epic bread you can make using fresh or frozen peaches and basic staples.

Crockpot Lasagna Soup

This crockpot lasagna soup has all the delicious flavors of classic lasagna but none of the time-consuming layering and baking!

Cranberry Quinoa Salad

This wholesome quinoa salad with cranberries is simple to make ahead and serves as a light meal or healthy side dish.

Sunsweet Prune Muffins – High Fiber Recipe

In the past, I’ve tried to add more fiber to my family’s diet in what I thought would be tasty baked goods. Most recipes, however, incorporate wheat-bran and grains and tend to yield dry, not-so-tasty muffins. If you’ve been searching for a tasty way to add more fiber to your diet without adding more grains, […]

St Patrick’s Day Smoothie

Enjoy a festive St. Patrick’s Day Smoothie! Packed with nutritious fruits and veggies, this is a healthy smoothie that your kids will love drinking.

High Fiber Breakfast Muffins

This high-fiber muffin recipe is grain-free and good for you, and every bite packs delicious carrot-cake flavors.

Easy Tortellini Soup Recipe

This creamy tomato tortellini soup is one comfort food everyone loves and leftovers are terrific freezer meals or thermos lunches!

Strawberry Banana Overnight Oats

Make these strawberry banana overnight oats in a couple of minutes and enjoy everyone’s favorite fruit combo as a convenient breakfast!

New Orleans Fried Catfish Recipe

This fried catfish recipe will be one of the tastiest pieces of fish you’ll ever make at home. Each bite of tender, flaky fish is encased in a light crispy, seasoned coating. The type of recipe that will make everyone reach for seconds. In this post, you’ll find step-by-step directions and tips on how to […]

Mexican Vegetable Bean Soup

Full of fresh vegetables and hearty beans in a taco-seasoned broth, this Mexican soup is a hit with the kids, and I know you will love how easy it comes together.

Udi’s Gluten-Free Breakfast Pizzas

An easy breakfast pizza kids will love? Yes, please! This recipe is one my son, and I love to make on weekends, and sometimes, for breakfast-for-dinner night!

Bacon and Egg Breakfast Pizza

Say hi to a new morning favorite with all the classic breakfast flavors from bacon and eggs in a cheesy pizza everyone will devour.

Sunsweet High Fiber Chocolate Bites

You guys! Fiber has never tasted this good. Or should I say; that chocolate has not been this good-for-you. Just when you thought you were giving up on your new year’s resolutions, I mean, it’s been six weeks now, here I come with the perfectly portioned recipe to keep your health goals on track. This […]

Healthy Tomato Soup

Sometimes I just want soup and other times I have a fridge full of veggies that I am in a hurry to cook before having to toss them out. This healthy tomato and vegetable soup is perfect for both occasions.

Cherry Hand Pies

Use fresh or frozen cherries to make these fuss-free homemade hand pies in any shape you like!

Jazz Fest Zatarains Jambalaya

Have you wanted to learn how to make a traditional New Orleans Jambalaya but were intimidated by the Cajun seasonings? Today’s easy jambalaya recipe incorporates one of our favorite local staples, and it’s on the table in about 35 minutes!

Breakfast Tacos with Sausage, Pineapple Salsa & Spinach

What if I told you that you could make a complete breakfast in 45 seconds? The type of breakfast that your family will be asking for again and again? These breakfast tacos with turkey sausage and pineapple salsa are easy to eat and make.

Chicken with Sunsweet Prunes and Sage

Some days, it’s nice to cook a recipe that tastes a little fancier than my everyday meals. However, fancy doesn’t have to be difficult to make; at least not this delicious recipe for Chicken with Prunes and Sage. For this recipe, I’ve partnered with Sunsweet, to create a meal that is both perfect for a […]