Always on the look out for easy, healthy snacks? No matter how many we buy at the store each week, we somehow still run out by Thursday or Friday. And I usually realize we need some as I’m running out the door and/or starving. One trick that helps with my snack dilemma is to bakeRead more
Hi there! I’m in my kitchen unpacking from my TV appearance today. I had the chance to share 2 of my favorite Spring recipes perfect for next weekend. My favorite part of these recipes is that they can be prepared the day or 2 before Easter, so you have more time to enjoy family andRead more
Valentine’s Day is all about showing loved ones how much you care with… sugar! This morning I had the opportunity to share 4 healthier Valentine’s Day treats for kids on our local news, TMJ4. These treats would be perfect for a class party or afterschool snack. What are some of your favorite Valentine’s Day treats? Read more
You know that feeling of time just flying by? Like you blinked and all of a sudden you’re in the next chapter of your life? Somehow in the last couple weeks we managed to move Charlotte to a twin bed, help her to potty train and register her for preschool. I think I officially needRead more
Yesterday I had the chance to appear on the Morning Blend to talk about something near and dear to my heart… healthy comfort food! It was a completely surreal experience, and as soon as my segment was finished, I had no idea what I had just said. Eek! When I arrived that morning everyone told meRead more
Confession: Had the Packers not won on Sunday, this salad would have been called the “Honey Avocado Kale Salad.” But because I’m a sucker for a good theme party (or recipe) and I love lightening-up party food, it is now the Green and Gold Kale Salad. This salad is so incredibly easy to whip upRead more
Happy New Year! Today I’m sharing Diet Deep Dish’s 14 most popular recipes of 2014, along with some of my favorite tips for your best year ever! Thanks for stopping by! Portillo’s Chocolate Cake Breakfast Sangria Red Velvet Peppermint Cookies Salted Cherry Caramels Broccoli Mac ‘N Cheese Bites Healthy Crunch Bars Cranberry Salsa Skinny QuesoRead more
Flaky, savory, simple – these broccoli mac & cheese bites are my new favorite holiday party food. They’re quick to prepare and hearty enough that both vegetarians and omnivores will love them! I’ll be making these again for Christmas Eve. The day is usually pretty busy, so I need something easy. These can also beRead more
Healthy, easy, tasty, 3-ingredient holiday appetizer. I love this appetizer because you can easily throw it together the day before your Christmas or holiday party, and it keeps well in the refrigerator. I made these for Trivia Night at our church, and even though I ended up staying home with a sick toddler, weRead more
I love making fried rice at home. It’s quick, easy and so much fresher than the Chinese restaurant. This veggie fried rice is light, flavorful and ready in less than 10 minutes! This is the ultimate weeknight side dish. This month Recipe Redux members were challenged to get moving in the kitchen by creating deliciousRead more
