How did we get here? The deluge of spring activity surely wasn’t the same this year, but the days flew by none the less. And suddenly Memorial Day Weekend is upon us and the school year is winding down. Our kids finish school this week, and we’re all ready to move on to summer. Here’s…
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Homemade Vanilla Almond Milk
Homemade Vanilla Almond Milk Homemade vanilla almond milk is about the only kind of almond milk I like. It’s not gummy and thick like most of the store bought varieties. And when it’s sweetened with dates and scented with real vanilla, it’s rich and delicious. Start with raw, unsalted almonds and soak them overnight (or…
Ground Beef Tacos
The Easiest Ground Beef Tacos Taco ’bout a weekly staple! We LOVE Mexican food and flavors around here, and typically have various taco nights on the regular. Almost every Tuesday I add a Mexican-inspired meal to my weekly meal plan, and these ground beef tacos are a hit with everyone in my family. Leftovers can…
White Bean Dip with Rosemary Olive Oil
White Bean Dip with Rosemary Olive Oil White bean dip is one of the easiest appetizers you can throw together on the fly. Made from pantry staples you will most likely have on hand, it’s simple and straight forward. Garnish off with a drizzle of fragrant rosemary-infused olive oil, it’s a finishing touch that takes…
Easter Brunch Menu
Easter Bruch Menu Ideas It’s time. Easter brunch is upon us, and I’ve been fielding lots of texts and questions about my Easter menu. While I want to give you ALL the ideas, I also don’t want to suggest that anyone should be making all of these. I’ve given you TONS of ideas to work…
Three Bean Salad
Three Bean Salad This one takes me back. Anyone else? It’s an old school side dish my grandma used to make for lunches when I’d visit. I remember hers being deliciously sweet and almost syrupy. My variation of three bean salad uses healthy pantry ingredients and has multiple substitutions to make it work for you….
Pantry Meal Plan
Two Weeks of Pantry and Freezer Meals Now that you have a list of everything for a well-stocked freezer and pantry, you need some ideas for what to do with it! Work to start with fresh ingredients and produce stocked in your refrigerator. Make a big batch of vegetable soup and freeze it in serving…
White Chicken Chili
White Chicken Chili My family is full of chili aficionados. We don’t discriminate amongst turkey, beef, brisket, veggie or chicken chili. So while it’s still a little cool and crisp outside, get this white chicken chili on the stove. Full of green chilies, jalapeños and green bell pepper, it’s almost more “green chicken chili” than…
Instant Pot Chicken and Sausage Gumbo (Whole30)
Instant Pot Chicken and Sausage Gumbo (Whole30) Instant Pot Chicken and Sausage Gumbo –– it’s what’s for dinner! Chop the holy trinity of onion, celery and bell pepper, throw everything in the Instant Pot and seal the lid. And while it’s not a traditional gumbo that starts with a browned roux, it’s gluten-free, Whole30 and…
Hazelnut Chocolate Truffles
Hazelnut Chocolate Truffles My kids have always loved the flavor of Nutella, and I can see why. The nutty combination of rich hazelnuts and chocolate combine to create a classic flavor combo. My hazelnut chocolate truffles aim to achieve that same satisfying flavor without the unhealthy oils or processed sugar. Decadent and satisfying, you can…