Let’s play a game. Pick two (or more) superheroes or fictional characters. Choose the first as someone who inspires you to be better, and the second as someone who most closely reflects who you are right now. For me, the person I aspire to be is Wonder Woman: kind and gentle, yet strong, fierce and … Read more
These chocolate chip pumpkin muffins are an ideal breakfast or snack for busy mornings. If you enjoy pumpkin bread, you’ll love this simple chocolate chip muffin recipe any time of year. Fall baking feels incomplete without pumpkin treats. Every year I make these delightful Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins—they’re kid-friendly and a family favorite. Why you’ll … Read more
Grab your skillet and dive into this family-favorite Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. This lighter version keeps the creamy, comforting flavor you love from restaurant-style Alfredo but with fewer calories and less fat. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and serves a hungry family. This recipe combines juicy, golden-browned chicken with a silky … Read more
Blueberry Crumb Cake is a light yogurt cake packed with fruit and finished with a crunchy almond crumb topping. I first made it last summer and it was a big hit, so I had to bake it again this year. If you need to avoid almonds, rolled oats make a great substitute. I’ve tried both … Read more
I’m thrilled to introduce Breakfast for Dinner, a new cookbook just released by my friends Lindsay and Taylor, and to share their Chicken & Biscuit Waffles recipe. The book is beautiful, full of vibrant photography and more than 100 recipes that reinvent breakfast classics for dinner—elevated, creative, and comforting. Curtis and I had the chance … Read more
With the festive season behind us, many of us are rethinking both our health and our budgets. The holidays often mean eating and spending more than planned, so now is a great time to reset habits and adopt practical strategies that help your family eat better without breaking the bank. Here are five effective, realistic … Read more
Honey is Mother Nature’s sweetest gift — perfect on pancakes, drizzled over yogurt, paired with peanut butter, or kept as a pantry essential. In my house we go through more honey than is probably reasonable, and I’m not complaining. Especially when it’s used in these irresistible honey chocolate chip cookies. Note: This post contains affiliate … Read more
Always low carb and satisfying, spaghetti squash with sausage is a favorite dinner that’s both flavorful and easy to make. If you’ve never tried spaghetti squash, you’re in for a treat! Low Carb Spaghetti Squash with Sausage Spaghetti squash makes a great pasta alternative: it’s light, has a pleasant texture and soaks up the savory … Read more
What is a Dairy-Free Diet – Interested in learning about a dairy-free diet? This guide covers what dairy is, reasons people avoid it, potential benefits, and practical tips to get started. Find where to start, useful resources, and a few delicious dairy-free recipes to try. (This is informational ONLY. If you are considering a dairy-free … Read more
This easy homemade Amish honey bread is soft, fluffy, and perfect for spreading butter and jam while it’s still warm from the oven. It works beautifully as toast or sandwich bread and adapts well to many uses. The recipe has been passed down through my family for decades—my Amish grandmother and mother made it regularly … Read more