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Creamy Comfort, Guilt-Free Delight: A Recipe for Healthier Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy Comfort, Guilt-Free Delight: A Recipe for Healthier Macaroni and Cheese

Fall and comfort food go hand-in-hand, and if you’re anything like me, you are here for it. And while comfort food is delicious, it is rarely good for you. So I set out to make one of my favorites a bit healthier - macaroni and cheese. We all love that creamy, cheesy goodness, but what if we told you that you can enjoy it without guilt? That's right; I’m about to unveil a recipe that will have your taste buds singing and your waistline thanking you.

What's for Dinner, Mom? Week of July 9, 2023

What's for Dinner, Mom? Week of July 9, 2023

With all the amazing fruits and vegetables that are in season and the incredible weather, it’s easy to take dinner prep outside and enjoy all that summer has to offer. The menu this week fits my macros and includes some of my favorites - chipotle chicken salad, shrimp fajitas, and a shallot and goat cheese pizza.

What's for Dinner Mom? Week of June 5, 2022

What's for Dinner Mom? Week of June 5, 2022

Summer is here! The weather is finally warming up and the kids are home. And that means they’re asking me my favorite question - "what’s for dinner, mom?” a bit more frequently. Dinner this week is full of family favorites including pulled pork sandwiches, grilled salmon with avocado salsa, and some simple salads - perfect for those warm nights.

Best Egg Alternatives & How to Use Them

Best Egg Alternatives & How to Use Them

When I found out I was allergic to eggs I thought I’d never be able to eat another baked good. It was a sad, sad day. But thankfully, I was wrong. There are so many different egg substitutes for baking so whether you’re allergic, vegetarian, or avoiding eggs for any other reason, you’ll enjoy baked goods and the substitutes are so good, that you’ll never know they’re missing.

Cherry Berry Smoothie

Cherry Berry Smoothie

I love a good smoothie. And provided they are loaded with good-for-you ingredients, they are the perfect way to start your day. Today I’m sharing one of my favorites, the Cherry Berry Smoothie.

What's for Dinner Mom: Slow Cooker Edition

What's for Dinner Mom: Slow Cooker Edition

Between school, work, and after-school commitments, finding time to make a healthy dinner can be a challenge. If you’re like me, there are days where you feel like you are running from work to school, to practice, and back all before dinner. On days like that, having some go-to slow cooker recipes becomes a saving grace. So today I’m sharing five go-to slow cooker recipes your family will love.

What's For Dinner Mom: Week of August 22, 2021

What's For Dinner Mom: Week of August 22, 2021

Welcome to the new week! This week you’ll find quick, healthy recipes that leverage pantry staples and fresh, in season fruits and veggies. Recipes include Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Linguine with Lemon and Tomatoes, and an Heirloom Tomato Goat Cheese Salad. Yum!

What's For Dinner Mom: Week of August 15, 2021

What's For Dinner Mom: Week of August 15, 2021

After a brief hiatus, my popular “What’s for Dinner Mom” series is back. As the kids head back (or off) to school and summer starts to wind down, many of us are looking for a bit of structure around mealtime and that means knowing what you’ll be having before the day begins. Weekly I like to share what we’ll be making for dinner in our house. Recipes are fresh, healthy, simple, to the point, and and don’t take serious prep work because let’s face it, none of us have the time.

The Best Healthier "Potato" Salad (KETO, Dairy Free)

The Best Healthier "Potato" Salad (KETO, Dairy Free)

When summer rolls around and nights are filled with dinner fresh from the BBQ, nothing compliments it quite like a potato salad. The coolness of the salad against the tang of the BBQ is just perfection. But all too often potato salads are loaded with unhealthy fats and heavy carbs, making potato salad something I’m not able to indulge in as often as I’d like. That is until I tried this healthier “potato” salad.

Three Ways to Break Your Fast

Three Ways to Break Your Fast

Are you an intermittent faster? If so, how you break your fast is as important as the fasting process itself. Today I’m sharing why and my three favorite ways to break my fast.