Cheesy Quinoa Chicken Broccoli Bake is healthy comfort food. No canned cream of anything here, just homemade creamy goodness that is skinny jeans approved. … [Read more...]

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Cheesy Quinoa Chicken Broccoli Bake is healthy comfort food. No canned cream of anything here, just homemade creamy goodness that is skinny jeans approved. … [Read more...]



Vidalia Onion Pesto Chicken uses a uniquely southern flavor combination for a pesto that is mild and sweet for a healthy and easy 30 minute weeknight dinner. Kids love the sweet flavor that comes from sautéing the already sweet onions to bring out even more sweet flavor! Adults/Parents will love the simplicity and healthful benefits of this dish. … [Read more...]



Chobani Light Chicken Pasta Bake with greek yogurt, mozzarella, spinach and tomatoes is a healthy and easy make-ahead dinner that tastes anything but light. Creamy and rich, it feels indulgent but thanks to the healthy swaps including Chobani Greek Yogurt, you won't feel guilty about going back for seconds! … [Read more...]



Spicy Penne with Broccoli and Garlic is a healthy, elegant side or a meatless main dish that is full of fiber & brimming with flavors that is quick and easy! Serve it hot, room-temperature or even cold! I could probably eat this for every meal, every day...but I am a total carb-aholic! … [Read more...]



Roasted Rosemary Dijon Pork Chops and Potatoes is an easy one baking dish wonder! Fragrant rosemary and zesty whole grain dijon pair to make a flavorful basting sauce. Easy enough for any weeknight but also equally perfect for a special occasion, you'll want to add this dish to your recipe box. … [Read more...]


Appetizers, Kid-Friendly, Lunch, Recipes, Side Dishes, Snacks

Cowboy Caviar Salsa is a healthful appetizer to add to a game day spread. Bright, colorful and full of nutrients, this dip is a winner no matter the outcome of the game. Easy, healthy and oh so tasty, this sunny dish will keep your spirits bright even if your favorite team isn't doing so hot. … [Read more...]



Today I will be sharing with you my Best Homemade Slow Cooker Applesauce. I think that you will really love this recipe. My Best Homemade Slow Cooker Applesauce is an easy and simple recipe combining flavors like fresh apples, cinnamon, nutmeg & Madagascar vanilla extract. It really couldn't be simpler and it will fill your home with AMAZING aromas and just wait until you taste it! From toddlers to teens to adults, this recipe is a real crowd pleaser. … [Read more...]



Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce with Fresh Herbs takes the hassle out of making homemade sauce! Let me tell you how easy, healthy and full of flavor it is! You can also can or freeze large batches of the sauce to have on hand when every you need it. … [Read more...]



Leftover Turkey Pesto Pasta is the perfect way to use up that holiday turkey that is still lurking in your refrigerator! Add whole wheat pasta and homemade pesto for a quick, easy & healthy weeknight dinner that tastes nothing like leftovers. … [Read more...]



30 Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup tastes like it has simmered all day but the secret s that is quick, healthy & easy! The southwest flavors will warm up any chilly night and the best part is that this soup is ready in just 30 minutes! … [Read more...]


Celebrations, Dessert, Kid-Friendly, Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes, Snacks

Secret Ingredient Fruit Salad combines that feature with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, pineapple and grapes for a healthy, kid-friendly treat. The big-kids will love this fruit salad too! I was blown away by the simplicity of the recipe and when you hear what the secret ingredient is...you will kick yourself (as I did) for not thinking of it yourself. This will be the only way I make fruit salad from now on. And that is a big statement... … [Read more...]



This Skinny Southern Potato Salad Recipe combines all the flavors of the traditional favorite with a more healthful twist. Greek yogurt is the secret ingredient that pulls it all together. The greek yogurt provides that creaminess that you look for in a typical southern potato salad and the extra bonus of added protein. This dish was one of the food stars of my nephew, Z's, first birthday party. Of course, he was the REAL STAR!! … [Read more...]



Quinoa Meatballs Baby Finger Food is a protein-packed wonderfully nutritious finger food for older babies, toddlers and kids. The whole family can eat these too! Just add the quinoa meatballs to your favorite pasta and tangy tomato sauce. These beauties are extremely freezer-friendly, so make a large batch to have on hand for any crazy weeknight. … [Read more...]



Chicken Quinoa Toddler and Kid-Friendly Bites are protein and vegetable packed portable, fun and healthy nibbles that toddlers and kids will love and parents will enjoy too! Quick and easy to make and they freeze beautifully. Pop in the microwave for a minute and they are ready to eat. They are perfect for snacks and meals on the go, so keep plenty on-hand. … [Read more...]



Sneaky Veggie Breakfast Scramble Bites are protein and vegetable packed little portable nibbles that your toddlers and kids will love and parents will enjoy too! Quinoa, eggs, veggies and fresh herbs come together in a hand-held bite that will keep them full until lunch. Start their day off right and sneak in veggies that they won't even notice! It is easy to make a batch ahead of time and freeze so that even on crazy school and work mornings, you have a filling and healthy breakfast to hand them as they walk out the door or jump in the car. As I have mentioned, my nephew Z is no longer eating much baby food. He has moved on!! My sister … [Read more...]


Appetizers, Baby, Celebrations, Kid-Friendly, Recipes, Side Dishes, Slow Cooker, Snacks

We recently threw a super hero baby shower for my beautiful sister. When I tell you she is gorgeous both inside and out, that is not just big sis talking!! I am blessed to have not one but two amazing sisters that I am proud to call my best friends too:-) This sister is almost 9 months pregnant with my nephew, Zackary. I am so excited to meet him, I almost can't stand it (but I want him to stay in their as long as possible of course)!! She is doing the nursery in retro super hero, so we decided that would be a perfect theme for the baby shower. … [Read more...]