Do you ever find that you want to make a veggie-packed, healthy meal that your family will love, but just can’t find the time? Well this is my life pretty much every day of the week! I never feel like there are enough hours in the day to do everything, including prep & prepare a […]
Quick & Easy Recipes
No Time for Dinner- No Problem! Easy Low Calorie Crockpot Chicken Parm
Whether you were busy watching the kids all day, working all day, or a bit of both, finding the time to make a tasty and healthy dinner can often feel overwhelming. But before you reach for the phone to call for takeout, consider this easy-to-make recipe that’s low calorie, packed full of lean proteins and […]
Easy Meal-Planning Tips You Can Begin to Use Today
When I mention the phrase “meal-planning” how does that make you feel? Anxious? Stressed out? Overwhelmed or confused? Well, you’re not alone, and I used to feel the same way. Until I discovered a simple solution for the age-old question: How to meal plan? Today I’m going to share with you the simplest way to […]
How to Host a Healthy Family Pizza Night by Balancing Your Plate
You can enjoy pizza night with your family while feeling good about what you are serving with these simple steps to help balance your plate. I’m not going to lie, I look forward to pizza night every week. It’s our Friday evening routine as we wrap up a hectic week. By the end of the […]
The Family Meal Planner Hack Every Busy Mom Needs
After a long day at work followed by picking everyone up from their afternoon activities, you finally make it home. You’re exhausted and would love nothing more than a few minutes to rest and have it just be…quiet. But instead, everyone in your gang starts asking the same question: What’s for dinner? I have no […]
How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in the Microwave
Learn how to cook spaghetti squash in the microwave to cut down on meal prep time! I am always on the lookout for ways to save time and energy when it comes to meal prep. And I am also always trying to find new ways to add more plant-based foods to my family’s diet. Vegetables […]
5 Easy Ways to Add Prunes to Your Plate… And Why You Should
If you turn on the news, look at your social media feed, or even discuss nutrition with friends, the messages on what to eat or avoid for a healthier life can be overwhelming. Some recommendations can be unsustainable or even unhealthy. But I have good news for you. Improving your health doesn’t have to be […]
On-the-Go Egg Burrito for Busy Morning
This on-the-go egg burrito recipe is the perfect “make-ahead” meal option the whole family will enjoy. This post has been created in partnership with the American Egg Board. All opinions are my own. In our house, mornings are hectic. Trying to get out the door with a toddler and a baby in tow, while trying […]
Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan
What’s red and green and easier to make than a roll of pre-made sugar cookie dough? My festive Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan of course! This is one of my favorite recipes since it not only tastes great, but it takes less than 5 minutes to prep and make. You can toss it together and […]
Pesto Pizza: A Healthy Version The Whole Family Will Love
Who doesn’t love pizza? About 1 in 8 Americans over the age of 2 consumes pizza on any given day. Kids tend to eat pizza for lunch or dinner, while adults typically eat pizza only for dinner. (1) Eating fast food or ordering take out may be more convenient then cooking at home, but the benefits […]