Trader Joe’s has become one of my favorite places to shop for easy meals, healthy staples, and freezer favorites that make everyday cooking simpler. Not because I buy everything there—but because the things I do buy consistently make life easier. Whether I’m trying to eat a little healthier, plan meals for the week, or pull […]
Grab your cup ‘o joe or tea and let’s sit a spell and chat, shall we? Time for a Tuesday check in. Today I’m sharing a quick Trader Joe’s haul, a small but useful Amazon order, and an update on what’s happening with our local Buc-ee’s, because yes… it’s still a whole thing around here. […]
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 […]
I was blessed this week to entertain twice in my home. Catching up with friends before the crazy holidays are upon us was the goal. But hosting two back-to-back evenings can be stressful. These are my 5 Go-To Tips for Stress-Free Fall Gatherings. Tip #1 Simplify the Menu A simple menu ensures three things in […]
Here is some inspiration to create healthy, no-cook meals in less than 5 minutes! If you have busy days or you just don’t have the energy to cook, I will prove that you can have delicious, healthy and satisfying meals without much fuss. These three recipes are keto friendly and are easy to modify with […]
If you love Trader Joe’s like I do and if you like autumn, step right up. Consider this your Trader Joe’s Fall Shopping Guide. My recent trip to Trader Joe’s was like a visit to a fall festival! Every endcap was dedicated to pumpkins and apples and maple and cinnamon. Not to mention the baking […]
I wasn’t quite sure how to title this post. Mediterranean appetizers? Mediterranean happy hour? Mediterranean board? So I came up with Mediterranean Bites. But any of those descriptors work. The goal was to create a tasty and unique way to host an afternoon gettogether. This week I hosted a small group of gals for an […]
I drink a crazy amount of fuzzy water. So I always thought a Soda Stream machine would be a good idea. But. They are expensive! You have to purchase a lot of club soda to offset that price. So, I put the thought on the back burner. And then. I couldn’t always get my favorite […]
Perfect for happy hour, I put together a simple and small snack board using, you guessed it: Trader Joe’s nummies. Summer seems like the time to put together something light and simple to snack on. So, as things go in my kitchen, why not put it on a board? Beautiful warm wooden boards or cool […]
If you’re lucky enough to have a True Food Kitchen in your area, you might be familiar with the Vegetarian Chopped Salad which is a popular menu item. It’s delish and this week DF Evon inspired me to make a copycat recipe at home using the template from Blythesblog.com. Here is what I did. Ingredients […]