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Every Saturday I send a weekly meal plan along with shopping list to help you prep for the week ahead. I also send one weekly midweek email with a fun recipe that is new to my blog.

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4 Things I Stopped Buying at the Store

I am ALL for convenience and shortcuts (mom of 2 wild little boys here), but there are a few items lately that I have found are just so much better homemade. + I think I am saving money in the long run by making vs. buying. Super Soft Sandwich Bread - we realized our 2 year old LOVES a homemade uncrustable, but I just didn't love any of the soft white bread options at the grocery store. Now I use this recipe and a homemade uncrustable cutter to make our own. Salad Dressings - It's just so...

No matter who you're celebrating with, make valentine's day a night to remember with this perfect Valentines Day dinner menu. Start the evening with a small cheese board to share while you cook. I like to do a small wedge of triple cream brie, green grapes, fig jam and some simple salty crackers. For the entree I am making a reverse sear filet mignon with truffle mushroom risotto and air fryer asparagus. If you are not a mushroom person I highly recommend swapping that out for these mashed...

above view of 12 different soup recipes

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana (also includes stovetop instructions) Chicken Noodle Soup For Cold Creamy Sausage and Potato Soup Creamy Chicken and Brown Rice Soup Lentil Potato Soup Crockpot Beef Stew Sausage Kale and White Bean Soup Sweet Potato Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup Classic Vegetable Soup Instant Pot Tomato Soup Homemade Chickarina Soup Chicken Taco Soup Please let me know if you make any of these delicious cozy soups by leaving a rating and review on the blog! Unsubscribe · Preferences

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels Italian Hoagie Sliders Ranch Chex Mix Whipped Cottage Cheese Dip Sausage Pizza Dip Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Stuffed Mushroom Dip Seven Layer Taco Dip Whipped Goat Cheese Dip Buffalo Chicken Bites Philly Cheesesteak Sliders Fried Pickle Dip Bacon Ranch Chicken Cheese Dip Mini Pretzel Dogs Air Fryer Buffalo Wings Philly Tomato Pie Bang Bang Shrimp Dip Buffalo Snack Mix Please let me know if you make any of these incredible recipes for the big game!! AND GO BIRDS!!...

Friday Favorites - Best of 2024 Here we are at the end of another year. 2024 certainly had its fair share of ups and downs, but a high point for our family was certainly welcoming our second child. As always, I am so thankful for all of you for being here this year, for cooking alongside me, and supporting our family. I say this a lot, but I truly have the best job in the world and it is because of all of you. Cannot wait to see what 2025 brings!! My Favorite Recipes of 2024 I shared or...

Friday Favorites Happy Friday!! I had my first productive week all summer and I think its because I am SO excited about some projects I am working on. I am busy testing lots of new recipes for my high protein dinners e-book. Also, I have been playing around with sourdough recipes even though I told myself it would be a hobby!!! I need to learn to relax. This weekend I am finally meeting a dear friends baby with all of my high school friends. In less than 2 years we've gone from 0 kids in the...

Friday Favorites How has this been the longest and shortest week of my life at the same time!? I launched my Ninja Creami Recipe E-book, I've watched an insane amount of Olympics AND I'm officially 29 weeks pregnant!! Baby is doing well and I cannot believe that means I'm in the home stretch. James came at 37 weeks so we could be meeting our new baby in just 2 months! I have SO much I want to accomplish between now and then, but just trying to take it one step at a time. Now onto the faves......

three quarter view picture of a dish of java chip protein ice cream

My nightly Ninja Creami pint has become one of the best parts of my day. I love ending the day with a sweet treat that also makes me feel good. With over 25g of protein per pint, these recipes are sure to satisfy. I did not sacrifice flavor for health, they are truly delicious!! I have cracked the code on how to make the perfect high protein Ninja Creami every single time. This e-book includes 20 delicious protein packed recipes as well as tips and tricks for the method, ingredients, and...

Friday Favorites Happy Friday!! I am living a "we can let July just be July" summer a lot more than a "hot summer nights mid July" summer and thats perfectly okay with me. I am leaning into slowing down, having spontaneous fun with my family instead of focusing so relentlessly on work. I know this baby comes in less than 3 months and I need to prepare for maternity leave, but for now I am enjoying the fun of summer. Now onto the faves... Simplified Skincare + Makeup - About a year ago I...

Two salmon filets in a chile lime sauce

It's the 12th of the year and I am just starting to hit my groove. I am feeling excited, energized and ready for everything that 2024 will bring. I am working in a new workspace outside of my home with a new team member who will be helping me there 1-2 days a week. These things are so exciting, but they scare me a little. They push me outside the comfy zone I've been working in for almost 4 years now. My hope is that the end result is more and better content for all of you. For now I am...