Kristen

For a while,  I was posting healthy cookie recipes without sugar.  Instead, I was adding maple syrup or dates.   But do you know what makes a cookie taste good?  Brown sugar. Let me explain.   Over the last few …

Both of my boys, ages four and two, love quinoa!    I had to laugh just a little bit- when my four-year-old son was pretending to make ” Quinoa Skillet Meals” in his play kitchen- followed by ” taking photos …

Here in the midwest, we love our pork chop sandwiches!  Boneless 1- inch pork chops are budget-friendly and cook up real fast.  These Instant Pot Cuban Pork Chop Sandwiches are a great way to switch up your pork chop sandwich.  …

This semi-homemade shrimp po boy rice bowl is an easy dinner to whip up. It tastes like the famous New Orleans sandwich and is topped with homemade remoulade sauce.   During Lent each year, I allow myself to purchase frozen …

If you are looking for a recipe to help you get a large dose of greens, then you’re in the right place!   This super healthy side dish is cooked down all in one pot with garlic, shallots, olive oil, and …

If you follow a gluten-free diet, you are going to want to bookmark this gluten-free coconut oil cornbread!  You don’t need to purchase expensive gluten-free flour for this recipe!  This cornbread calls for just a few simple ingredients.  This cornbread …

So back, a long time ago, before I decided that I wanted this blog to be a food blog.  I loved posting little diddly do dah crafts. I don’t have to me for these do dah’s anymore.   But for …

Adults and kids alike will devour these homemade chicken strips!  These delicious, crispy chicken tenders have a short prep time and cook up fast in the oven.   This easy recipe can be made quickly any day of the week.   All …

Does Santa send an elf on the shelf to your house every Christmas season?  These miniature “elf-sized” cookies only require a few ingredients and a few minutes but are a delicious treat that the elves, kids, and adults will love!  …

This bacon-wrapped pork loin with an orange-cranberry glaze perfectly combines smokey and sweet. Don’t skip adding Rosemary—it puts this meal over the top! If you want to serve something different this holiday season, I highly recommend serving this luscious bacon-wrapped …

I love all those cute foods you can make with your kids. But I hate that a lot of them call for Sprinkles, colored frosting and marshmallows. I made this melting snowman smoothie using only healthy ingredients. It turned out …

I want to step away from my recipes for a moment to discuss……ELF ON THE SHELF…… Last year, I had a three-year-old, so I decided to start this fun tradition. I have heard so many parents say ” NO! DON’T …