Beat the Heat with My Summer Favorites

Is it my imagination, or does autumn merchandise come earlier each year? As in…Halloween décor is everywhere right now? Costco, I’m looking at you. And Pottery Barn? My dearest. Why are you selling pumpkins, brown pillows, and witches already? Am I mistaken, or did the Fourth of July just happen? It’s still blazing hot outside! […]

Healthy chocolate desserts including tahini chocolate chip cookies, peanut butter energy balls, and chocolate-dipped peanut butter treats.

A Few Healthy-ish Chocolate Treats I’ve Been Making Lately

Sometimes I need a sweet treat, preferably with chocolate, but I don’t want to completely derail my healthy eating. And by healthy eating, I mostly mean keeping my sugar intake in check. Sugar and my joints are definitely not friends. If you’re looking for a few easy sweet treats, I may have something for you. […]

Chicken Poblano Casserole

This Chicken Poblano Casserole is an easy, creamy weeknight dinner. It’s comforting, and just the right amount of spice for the average palate. It’s the kind of easy dinner that feels a little special—but comes together with simple ingredients (many from my latest Aldi haul). Scroll down for the full recipe, or save this for […]

A Light Spring Lunch & What I’m Reading

There’s something about a spring weekend that calls for a fresh, easy lunch and a little extra time to sit and read. Today I’m sharing a simple crispy chicken salad with homemade ranch, along with a few recent reads that were worth the time. Crispy Chicken Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing Why You’ll Love This […]

Easy Low Carb Breakfast Burritos (Quick Weekend Breakfast)

Happy Saturday! Weekend mornings are perfect for something a little more relaxed in the kitchen, and these low carb breakfast burritos have become one of my favorite easy breakfasts. Most of the ingredients came straight from a recent Costco run — eggs, bacon, tortillas, and sour cream — along with a few staples I already […]

Protein That Doesn’t Taste “Proteiny” (A Diet-Not-a-Diet Check-In)

Okay, friends. This is a diet — not a diet — check-in. Whether bathing suit weather is quickly approaching or you simply want to feel more satisfied after meals, today I’m sharing protein ideas that don’t taste “proteiny.” Because for many of us, protein isn’t the thing we crave — but we do feel better […]

Trader Joe’s Harvest Blend with Grilled Chicken (and a Modern Take on “Lady Food”)

Maybe you’re planning a Galentine’s get-together and need a little inspiration for what I like to call lady food — something pretty, satisfying, and just indulgent enough. This Trader Joe’s Harvest Blend with Grilled Chicken checks all those boxes. It’s a Greek-inspired grain salad with fresh vegetables, spicy grilled chicken, and a creamy homemade dressing […]