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Easy Quinoa Oatmeal with Banana & Yogurt – Healthy Quinoa Breakfast Bowl! Oatmeal is a go-to option for college meal prep (especially in a dorm), but it’s not the only healthy, microwaveable breakfast. Instead, try this deliciously simple and budget-friendly twist: a QUNIOA breakfast bowl! Basically, it’s like a quinoa breakfast porridge or quinoa hot […]

Boneless Grilled Pork Chops with Ranch Seasoning No grill? No problem. With a simple grill pan, you can whip up perfectly grilled pork chops on the stove! If you’re intimidated by or unsure of how to cook pork chops, this quick and easy recipe is a great place to start. Simply toss your boneless pork […]

Bacon Wrapped Crock Pot Pork Loin – Easy Slow Cooker Pork Loin Roast! For an impressive, flavor-filled weeknight dinner, try this maple bacon crock pot pork loin! Even though the bacon wrapping looks ultra-gourmet, you won’t believe how simple this dish is to throw together. If you’ve ever roasted a whole chicken in the crock pot, […]

Honey Dijon Roasted Pork Loin – How to Cook a Pork Roast Personally, oven roasted pork loin is my favorite method for preparing pork—it’s so simple, juicy, and flavorful! And, since I love a salty-sweet combo, I chose a honey Dijon glaze for this pork loin roast recipe. With a bit of tarragon and fresh parsley, […]

Gluten Free Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies – Healthy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe! There’s nothing wrong with cookies for breakfast—when they’re this delicious AND nutritious! Made with real pumpkin, oats, nuts, and raisins, these pumpkin breakfast cookies taste like chewy, soft-baked granola treats. And, the fragrant blend of cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and nutmeg makes every bite so […]

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Recipe – No Banana, No Coconut, No Dairy! Get your sweet, pumpkin-y fix in a sippable, on-the-go breakfast! This pumpkin pie smoothie is sweet, luscious and creamy, just like your favorite fall time dessert. But, it’s a far more wholesome and fuel-filled alternative to a noshing on a slice of leftover pie […]

Pumpkin Cornbread – Healthy Side Dish for Thanksgiving! When savory cornbread meets sweet pumpkin, you’ve got a holiday treat that can’t be beat! This pumpkin cornbread has just a hint of creamy sweetness from the pumpkin puree, which also helps to keep the texture nice and moist. But, if you’re a cornbread purist, don’t worry. […]

Pumpkin Pie Dip without Cream Cheese – Healthy Holiday Party Recipe! Fall is the time for pumpkin EVERYTHING—why not pumpkin pie in dippable form?! With a few simple ingredients, you can create the crave-able flavor and indulgent creaminess of pumpkin pie. But, without the refined sugars and with loads of wholesome nutrients! Between the pumpkin […]

No Bake Cereal Bars with Cheerios & Rice Krispies—and NO Marshmallows! Satisfy your sweet tooth with gluten free, 4-ingredient, NO BAKE cereal bars! I opted for Cheerios and Rice Krispies to keep these treats whole grain and low in sugar. But, you could also use whichever cereals you like! Personally, I think adding plain Cheerios […]

Healthy Yogurt Fruit Dip – 3 Ingredient Low Sugar Dip! Fruit is often called ‘nature’s candy’ for a reason—juicy, naturally-sweet, and fun to eat! But, you can make fruits even more enticing (especially unfamiliar fruits for pickier eaters) with a simple yogurt fruit dip! For both kids and adults, trying new and unfamiliar foods can […]

Kid Friendly Salsa Dip – Easy Mild Salsa Recipe! Salsa is a simple and healthy dip option that can encourage kids to eat more veggies or try new foods. But, many salsas—even seemingly mild salsa recipes—can be too overwhelming for little ones’ taste buds. Instead, try this non spicy kid friendly salsa dip! All you […]

Cheesy Scrambled Egg Waffle Recipe – Only 4 Ingredients & A Waffle Iron! Eggs are an awesome vegetarian protein source, with around 6g of protein in an average egg! And, even though scrambled eggs are a classic breakfast, not everyone is a fan—often because of how they look or even the texture. Instead, pull out […]

Heading 2 Bulk up traditional meatballs AND sneak more veggies into your meal with these mini turkey veggie meatballs! Grated carrots and yellow squash mix into these baked turkey meatballs so discretely, adding just a bit of natural sweetness and some fun color. Even picky eaters and veggie haters won’t be able to resist (or […]

Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins – Easy Breakfast Blender Muffins! Expand your veggie horizons and sneak them in at breakfast, snack time, or even in a sweet treat! These pumpkin zucchini muffins are made with creamy pumpkin puree and a host of sweet, comforting fall spices. Plus, you can toss a generous dose of grated zucchini into […]

Healthy Cauliflower Popcorn – Vegan, Paleo & EASY Roasted Cauliflower Recipe! Make eating your vegetables FUN with this grain-free healthy alternative to popcorn: CAULIFLOWER popcorn! Okay, so it’s really just a snack-able form of roasted cauliflower… But, the shape and color eerily resemble popcorn, and the pieces are perfect for munching on—a simple way to […]

Oven Baked Sweet Potato Chips – How to Make CRISPY Baked Potato Chips Potato chips are a classic favorite snack for kids and even picky eaters. But, you can serve up a snack that’s more fiber-filled, has a sweet-and-savory flavor twist, and is just as crave-ably crunchy… Give this oven baked sweet potato chips recipe […]

Crispy Baked Potato Chips – Healthy Homemade Potato Chips! These homemade crispy baked potato chips are a deliciously easy and nutritious snack option! And, SO much cleaner than store-bought varieties. No deep-frying, no sneaky preservatives, and no inflammatory vegetable oils. With homemade baked potato chips, YOU get to choose your cooking oil, and your seasonings! […]

Easy 2 Ingredient Guacamole – Kid Friendly Dip Recipe! When it comes to guacamole, you can get as fancy as you like with seasonings and mix-ins. But, you can keep your nutritious dip kid friendly with this simple 2 ingredient guacamole recipe! All you really need are naturally-delicious and nutritious avocados, along with a bit […]

Homemade Hummus without Tahini – Healthy Snack for Picky Eaters! Hummus is such a simple, versatile dish, and it’s loaded with plant-based protein and fiber! But, some folks (especially kids and toddlers) just aren’t fans of the traditional hummus ingredient: tahini. Luckily, you can make this kid friendly homemade hummus WITHOUT tahini! I know, some […]

Nut Free DIY Uncrustables Sandwiches – Fun Nut Free Sandwich for School Lunches! While the store-bought versions aren’t so fuel-filled—usually featuring ultra-processed peanut butter and sugary jelly in a pocket of refined white bread—you can make your own healthier DIY Uncrustables at home! When I was in school, Uncrustables were ALL the rage. Even though […]

How to Roast Grapes: Sweet & Simple Roasted Grapes Recipe! Grapes are one of the sweetest and tastiest fruits because of their high natural sugar content, which makes them extra delicious when they’re dried into raisins. But, did you know you can also make scrumptiously sweet ROASTED grapes?! Just add your grapes to a sheet […]