Hi Reader! Spring is upon us and it's time to embrace all things lemon! 🍋 These glorious lemon recipes are not only delectable, but they're EASY to make from scratch using REAL ingredients! 👌 Breakfast, brunch, and dessert are always better with a little sunshine... ☀️😊💛 Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Cream Cheese FrostingThese from-scratch cupcakes start with a simple ONE-BOWL batter and end with a soaking of lemon simple syrup and a topping of fluffy frosting for luscious, lemony, perfectly...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Here's what's been happening on the blog this week... NEW + Updated Recipes Chicken Orzo Bake This easy, dump-and-bake casserole is loaded with cooked chicken, mushrooms, baby spinach, garlic-and-herb Boursin cheese, and orzo pasta...combined directly in the baking dish for no extra dishes to wash! View the Recipe Pin to Save for Later Lemon Blueberry Muffins These light, tender, and delicious muffins are made with whole wheat flour and bursting with fresh lemon and juicy blueberries for a...
6 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Are you always on the hunt for new recipes to use up past-their-prime bananas? 🍌 Well, look no further, because that's exactly what I'm sharing today...the BEST ways to turn your overripe bananas into scrumptious quick breads, pancakes, muffins, and more! 😎 All of these recipes would be perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Banana Breakfast CookiesThe MOST POPULAR banana recipe on the site, these breakfast cookies make a wholesome, yummy breakfast on-the-go. As a bonus, they're...
11 days ago • 2 min read
Here's what's been happening on the blog this week... NEW + Updated Recipes Delectable Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies This recipe transforms classic cookies into gourmet treats with a chewy texture, crisp edges, and amazing caramel undertone and depth of flavor from brown butter, rich chocolate, and an optional sprinkle of sea salt! View the Recipe Pin to Save for Later Slow Cooker Barbacoa This easy, succulent, crockpot recipe is bursting with chipotles, garlic, cilantro, and Mexican...
13 days ago • 2 min read
Hi again Reader -- I hope this message finds you well! 😊 I've been thinking a lot about the emails I send out and how to make sure they're truly valuable for my readers. That's really important to me. Are My Emails a Good Fit for You? 📬 I've noticed you haven't interacted with my emails much recently. Totally fine! I'm planning to tidy up my mailing list to ensure that everyone who's subscribed really finds the content helpful. I Will Go Ahead and Remove You I'm streamlining my list for those...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Last week, I shared recipes for my favorite homemade dry mixes and pantry staples. But did you know that it's also easy to DIY your own refrigerator staples?! 🙌 Having a fridge stocked with natural, pre-made recipes makes meal prep easier. On top of convenience, we love making our own kitchen staples because: They're quick & easy. They're budget-friendly. They can be made in bulk. And YOU control the ingredients, so you can avoid any icky preservatives or unsavory additives! I...
18 days ago • 2 min read
Here's what's been happening on the blog this week... NEW + Updated Recipes Turkey Breakfast Sausage Lean, healthy, and packed with protein, this homemade recipe is loaded with flavorful herbs and it's easy to pan fry OR bake. Store in the freezer for a quick-to-reheat breakfast option on busy mornings! View the Recipe Pin to Save for Later The BEST Italian Dressing This dressing is zesty, delicious on green salads or pasta salads, and excellent as a marinade…plus it's all-natural and easy to...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader -- Spring is officially still a few days away, but traffic to spring recipes is already on the rise! ⬆️ 🌱 So here are some of the up-and-comers as we prepare to say goodbye (or is it good riddance? 🤪) to winter! Spring Fever! MY Favorite Recipe to Welcome Spring! -- It's probably not technically a spring recipe but I always start making it in spring...and my family never gets tired of it! Currently Trending -- Fresh, flavorful, and gorgeous. Ultimate Spring Breakfast Treat --...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Let's chat about delicious, from-scratch, DIY pantry mixes today! Not only are they healthier than their store-bought counterparts (👏), but they're ridiculously easy to make. Just measure out the ingredients, stir it all up, and VOILÀ...you have a shortcut, homemade mix with nary an artificial ingredient! ✨ And let me tell you, there's nothing better -- or more convenient -- than opening up the pantry to find a wholesome pre-made mix that allows you to cut your recipe prep time in...
25 days ago • 2 min read