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Is Chocolate Healthy for You?
Let’s look at the nutrient benefits of eating chocolate, what makes chocolate unhealthy, and how to include chocolate in our diets in a healthy way.
Healthy Chicken Noodle Soup
In this post I share my healthy chicken noodle soup recipe with you. This is my go to soup recipe when someone in my family is sick, or when we need a warming meal during cold winter days. This soup can be made in an Instant Pot or regular pressure cooker, and is full of healing ingredients and comforting flavors.
How to Make Strawberry Muffins
In this post I share how to make strawberry muffins. Strawberries are in season and are at their best flavor! If you grab some from the store or if you have an abundance of strawberries from going strawberry picking, try this recipe out. These muffins are packed with great nutrition and a lovely strawberry flavor.
A Healthy Salad and “1 Big Salad”
Let’s prepare a healthy salad together and look at the children’s picture book, “1 Big Salad.” I talk about how to make a salad healthy as we explore different vegetables. I also talk about ways to encourage children to try new veggies and fruits.
The Plate Method
The plate method is a tool we can use to plan balanced meals. Let’s take a close look at the plate method and how to use it. I also show you examples of what balanced meals look like.
Julia Child and “My Life in France”
Let’s discuss the inspirational book “My Life in France” written by Alex Prud’homme and Julia Child. I also cook two recipes from the first volume of, “Mastering the Art of French Cooking.”
Are Eggs Healthy for You?
If you are health conscious and like to eat eggs you may be wondering if chicken eggs are healthy for you. In this post I discuss this common question and also talk about whether eggs raise blood cholesterol or not. Lastly, I provide ideas on how to incorporate eggs into your diet in a healthy way.
Chicken Vegetable Soup and “Our Little Kitchen”
Join me as I cook chicken vegetable soup and discuss the book Our Little Kitchen. The author Jillian Tamaki includes an open ended recipe in the book that inspired me to cook my own soup at home. I also include a challenge for you in this post, continue reading to find out what the challenge is!
Our Trip to St Louis + Tips on Eating Healthy While Traveling
Traveling can bring about some unique challenges to eating healthy. In this post I provide tips on eating healthy while traveling, and I share bits of our trip to St. Louis Missouri!
Read more Our Trip to St Louis + Tips on Eating Healthy While Traveling
Summer Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie
Make this summer fruit & yogurt smoothie for a refreshing snack or have it alongside your breakfast or lunch. You can also opt to freeze it in popsicle molds for a frozen summer treat!
Foods That are in Season During Summer
When you think of foods that are in season during the summer what comes to mind? Since I live in Illinois, I explore some of the foods that are in season by me in this post. Below I also outline how to look up which foods are in season by you.
Baby Chicks and Their First few Weeks
Over the past three weeks we have been having a lot of fun caring for our new baby chicks. Come alongside us to read all about the baby chicks and their first few weeks.
Berry Cobbler
With summer starting soon and with berries being in season, give this berry cobbler a try. This special dessert will satisfy your desire for something sweet and will compliment your summertime BBQ’s and picnics.
Grilled Salmon With Lemon and Dill
This grilled salmon with lemon and dill will be a fast favorite for anyone looking to cook a simple yet delicious meal.
Backyard Chickens and Loss
We recently lost our four beloved backyard chickens. In this article I talk about backyard chickens and loss. I share what happened, grief (the kind of grief that comes with losing pets), and what our plans are for our next flock.
Black Bean Tostadas With Guacamole
Black bean tostadas with guacamole is one of my favorite weeknight meals to make for my family. These tostadas have a lot of flavor and leave you feeling satisfied.
5 Tips for Reading Nutrition Facts Labels
We can use nutrition facts labels in a way that supports our healthy eating goals. I go over 5 tips for reading nutrition facts labels.
Lemon Garlic Salad Dressing
This lemon salad dressing is both easy to make and healthy. There is no added salt or sugar in this dressing and it is still full of bright flavor.
How to eat More Vegetables
Vegetables offer so much good nutrition for our bodies. Lets look at ways we can eat more vegetables and actually enjoy them!
