25+ School Lunch Ideas for Kids
My kids are all tired of lunches that include sandwiches, and that can sometimes pose quite a challenge for me. I’m always looking for...
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RECIPES
Just a collection of some of my favorites! Tried and true, plus many family friendly meal ideas, too!
Taco Bell Power Bowl
I have to admit - Taco Bell is one of my guilty pleasures! Every few months or so, I’ll get that craving for a taco supreme, or a Mexican...
GLAZED CHICKEN MEAL PREP
This is a new meal prep recipe I’ve added to my collection, and the kids are loving it! Super simple, tasty, not expensive ingredients,...
SPECIAL THAI RED CURRY NOODLE SOUP
This is seriously one of my favorite soups! Literally great for anytime of year, but I crave it even more in the cooler months. Like it...
10 MINUTE ROASTED CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES – AIR FRYER RECIPE
I never knew how beneficial an air fryer was until I owned one. As a single mama of 4, I am always looking for quick, NUTRITIOUS meals...
4 Recipes With Corn, Beans, and Squash—Ingredients That Blue Zone Centenarians in Costa Rica Daily
Corn, beans, and squash…. Sounds like something I could eat in some variety every day! I haven’t actually tried these recipes yet, but...
Mexican-Style Meatball Soup for Healthy Comfort Food!
Full disclosure - I have not actually tried this one yet, but I’m adding it here to remind me to add it to my menu next week! It has all...
Taco Lasagna
Mexican food craving, but trying not to eat out? This is one of my go-to recipes, and it’s a family fav. So easy to assemble that my...
Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup (Weight Loss Soup)
Cooler temps are coming, and I am so excited for more soups, chilis, and heartier meals! With comfort food comes additional calories for...
Homemade "Dole Whip"
I have not been to Disney within the last 20 years, but I’ve heard that this treat is a mega hit there, and guess what? It’s actually...
LOW CARB AIR FRYER CHICKEN BROCCOLI “STIR FRY”
I love this recipe because it’s quick and easy, and it uses less oil than on the stove because it’s in the air fryer! Staple in our...
Avocado Toast with Eggs, Spinach, and Tomatoes
This is, hands down, one of my most favorite items on the breakfast menu. Packed with so much flavor, this breakfast is packed with so...
50 Snacks That I Used to Lose 30 Pounds
I am most definitely NOT a 3-meal-a-day type person. At best, I eat a decent sized breakfast, and a good dinner. I do enjoy snacking...
Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe
My kiddos love Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, and I make it fairly often. What I’ve found over the years is that a lot of restaurants...
Chocolate Chip Cookies (Best Ever)
Ok, not only is this recipe simply amazing (seriously the best chocolate chip cookies), but the author also helps you to modify your...
What to Eat for Breakfast When You Wake Up Feeling Bloated
Yes, we have all been there and done that. Whether it’s from a boozy night on the town, or a late night meal the night before, you may...
How to Make Courteney Cox's Vegetable and Protein Bowl
Watch out! Looks like Courteney is pulling a Monica! lol But seriously, check out this veggie protein bowl that Courteney Cox makes. It’s...
BTW, Your Oven Already Has a Built-In Setting That Will ‘Transform’ It Into an Air Fryer
This may be a game changer for some of you that didn’t know. The convection setting on your oven is basically the same concept of that...
BEST Copycat Zuppa Toscana Recipe
If you have tried and love the Zuppa Toscana soup from Olive Garden as much as I do, you are going to be blown away by this recipe. It is...
Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
Just say NO to Egg McMuffins! Seriously! Ones that you make from home are much healthier, and can be made as a big batch, stored in the...
5 Gut-Boosting Breakfast Recipes You Can Make in 5 Minutes or Less
I’m always looking for new breakfast ideas that are quick and easy to make. One problem I have encountered, especially with breakfast...
Salmon New Orleans
In my family, summertime is a time that we eat lighter meals because it is just so darn hot here in Texas. Heavy meals are saved for the...
Meal Prep Taco Breakfast Scramble (Whole30, Low Carb)
This one is in my meal prep menu for this week! This is the kind of breakfast I crave, way more than sugary cereals or donuts. I just...
Make Ahead Breakfast Bowl Recipe
Pretty easy recipe to execute, and oh so good! I love having good, healthy options ready to go for breakfast. I’ll be making this for the...
Super Easy Beef Stir Fry for Clean Eating Meal Prep!
As a single mama of 4, the need for meal prepping in my life is a no-brainer. It is just one of the many ways I work smarter, not harder,...
This Strawberry Basil Smoothie Is Packed With 20 Different Vitamins and Minerals, and It Tastes Like
Disclaimer - I have not actually tried this myself yet, although I added the ingredients to my grocery list for this week. As I’ve said...
18 Healthy, National Meal Delivery Services That Are a Must-Try
This post isn’t necessarily about recipes, but I am posting mainly because it is a great resource for reviews on some of the top meal...
10 Healthy Snack Boxes
It’s summer, and it’s hot. I don’t know about y’all, but I seem to eat less in the summer, because with this heat (Texas), the thought of...
The five-ingredient avocado bread recipe you need to try
I made this bread on Sunday, and not only is it the most simple and easy-to-make bread I’ve made so far, it tastes so good! My only...
My Fit Foods Lean Lemon Turkey
Anybody remember My Fit Foods? This was absolutely, beyond a shadow of a doubt, the BEST fresh, healthy, portioned meals that all you had...
How to Make A Starbucks Copycat Mango Dragonfruit Refresher At Home
With summer just around the corner, and the heat wave already present, all I’m craving are tasty, amazing, fruity hydrating drinks! I am...
This Simple Trick Is the Secret To Keeping Your Lemons Fresh for an Entire Month
I use a lot of lemons, whether it be in my water, salads, or in many of the dishes I cook. As pretty as it is to store my lemons in my...
Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken
I love the light, beachy tastes of summer in the meals I make, especially for dinners. I tend to keep meals lighter in the hotter months...
Teriyaki Salmon Bowl (Easy 30 Minute Dinner)
This is another item on this week’s menu in my house! Did I mention how much I love these bowl recipes?? Flavor packed, rich in protein,...
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajita Bowl (Easy & Low Carb)
I love all things shrimp - enchiladas, tacos, salads, etc. This is another family favorite, and is on the menu for this coming week!
SESAME CHICKEN BOWLS
Super easy and way better than takeout! My whole family loves this recipe, so I thought I would share with you, too!
SHEET PAN SESAME CHICKEN AND VEGGIES
Yes, you may have noticed… I have a thing for sheet pan recipes! You just can’t beat the simplicity, and as a mama of 4, that’s HUGE! Not...
This Mood-Boosting Cinnamon Soy Latte Packs More Protein Than an Egg (No Protein Powder Needed)
This is such a good pick-me-up coffee recipe, and it doesn’t require serious barista skills! I must admit, I do not drink soy milk. This...
Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Is Anti-Inflammatory and Great for Your Gut—Here’s How To Make It
I love jerk seasoning, and am so excited to make my own! There is definitely something to be said about a homemade recipe compared to...
PAN-FRIED SALMON STEAK
So tasty, and so easy to prepare this dish! Serve with your choice of a starch and veggie, or serve on top of a salad! Great way to get...
5 Brilliant Chef Tricks That Will Keep You From Ever Over-Salting (Or Under-Salting) Your Food
I’ve worked in a few kitchens, and I almost exclusively prepare all of the meals for my family. That being said, these are some great...
black bean burrito bowl
Both meatless and dairy-free, this burrito bowl is both filling, and packed full of flavor! We have variations of this bowl once a week...
7 QUICK & HEALTHY DINNER RECIPES (IN UNDER 30 MINUTES)
It seems like there are a lot of recipes out there for busy moms to follow, but the biggest problem I run into is that they are full of...
CREAMY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI SKILLET
My kids love chicken, and thankfully they love broccoli, too. This recipe is a winner in my house because it tastes so good, plus it...
Slow Cooker Chicken Corn Chowder
I am all about the slow cooker/ insta-pot recipes these days. As a single mom of 4, it is so easy to throw some ingredients into the...
Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp Dinner
This recipe is definitely on the menu for this week! This sweet and savory honey garlic sauce is a definite crowd pleaser, plus the...
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili (Dairy-Free)
Made this last night y’all and it was AMAZING! This recipe is written to be dairy-free by using coconut milk. So much flavor packed in...
‘Custard Toast’ Is Basically 5-Ingredient Baked French Toast Superpowered With Extra Protein
This is such a great recipe for a breakfast dish or even a healthy snack! Custard toast can be made in so many different varieties. You...
Lunches Lately
I think lunch planning is the hardest out of the three traditional meals for me. I’m not a huge fan of leftovers, and as much as I like...
Italian Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
Mama of 4 over here, and you better believe that meal prepping is a way of life at my house! You can find meal prep ideas pretty much...
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