As a follow up to my previous post, How to Host a Holiday Cookie Exchange, I wanted to host my own “virtual” cookie exchange to feature favorite holiday recipes from my readers (YOU!). I was overwhelmed by your responses. Thank you for participating! A brief disclaimer: While I strive to post only wholesome, “real food” recipes…
How to Host a Holiday Cookie Exchange
Want to host a holiday cookie exchange this year? If you enjoy planning parties, or rounding up friends and family for a get-together, a cookie exchange is a fun and low-key way to celebrate the Christmas season. Plus, going to a cookie exchange will allow you to serve a platter of assorted homemade cookies at your…
5 Simple Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Side Dishes (+ Recipe Cards!)
Want to enjoy your Thanksgiving meal without worrying about all the food preparations on turkey day? Get ahead of your holiday meal with these easy make-ahead Thanksgiving side dishes.
How to Make Whipped Cream
Real whipped cream is not as hard as it sounds to make at home. Skip the store-bought tubs and cans, and try this for your next dessert! ‘Tis the time of year for desserts of all kinds: pies, cakes, cookies, truffles, rolls, puddings, you name it—we’ve entered the holiday season! Unfortunately, your willpower may not be…
Cinnamon Apple Overnight Oats
Cinnamon Apple Overnight Oats are the perfect make-ahead breakfast to save you time on busy fall mornings. With all the flavors you love in apple pie, these oats are healthy, hearty, and delicious, and require no cooking! Don’t you just love when you don’t need to cook? I often think of the saying, “Food always tastes better…
Affordable Natural & Organic Food for Amazon Prime Members
If you’ve considered Amazon Prime membership before but haven’t joined yet, recent news may make your decision a little bit easier. This week, Amazon announced a merger with Whole Foods Market! What will this mean for you? If you’re already an Amazon Prime member, here are a few perks announced so far: Prime members will…
Easy “Baked” Potatoes (Slow Cooker)
Baked potatoes can be made easily in your slow cooker as a simple and inexpensive weeknight meal. Endless toppings will suit everyone’s tastes.
ALDI Real Food Shopping List
After writing my Beginner’s Guide to Shopping at ALDI last week, I received so many positive comments and even more questions about ALDI. So I decided it would be helpful to provide a grocery shopping guide for what to buy at ALDI, so you have a starting point of wholesome, real foods you can purchase there. Note: I’m…
Beginner’s Guide to Shopping at ALDI
If you’ve never shopped at ALDI, you may be wondering what all the hype is with their store. Read on to learn how to master your first visit!
3 Reasons I Avoid Shopping at Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market is a leading store in the health food world, and it’s easy to see why. Products sold at Whole Foods are free of artificial preservatives, colors, flavors, sweeteners, and hydrogenated fats; they are safe and wholesome to eat. (Check out the full list of ingredients Whole Foods prohibits in their products.) I love…
Tuscan Veggie Skillet
Tuscan Veggie Skillet is a healthy and savory side dish for any dinner. Using only a few ingredients and one pan, this dish is fast and kid-friendly. Try using any combination of your favorite vegetables!
Fresh Basil Sauce (in 30 Seconds)
Turn your summer bounty of fresh basil into this light basil sauce to top grilled meats, pastas, salads, sandwiches, and everything else!
