Eating Paleo or following Whole30 at a restaurant can feel challenging. Whether you follow a strict Paleo approach, are on a Whole30, or simply want to make healthier choices, dining outside your own kitchen often seems like a test of willpower. Even if you don’t follow a rigid template, navigating restaurant menus for nutritious options … Read more
Spicy Tortellini Soup with Sausage combines four-cheese tortellini, spicy Italian sausage, kale, and Parmesan for a creamy, flavorful bowl. It’s easy to make with fresh or frozen tortellini and makes a comforting weeknight meal. Tortellini cooks quickly and adapts well to many soups. This version pairs tender cheese tortellini with savory spicy sausage, vegetables, and … Read more
Who’s ready for a smoky chipotle black bean burger? If you’re skeptical about veggie burgers — wondering how anything not made from ground beef can be called a burger — give these a chance. Black bean burgers aren’t trying to impersonate beef; instead, they offer a different, delicious experience. If you separate the expectation that … Read more
Crunchy & Clean: A Closer Look at Bare Baked Fruit Snacks Bare Baked Crunchy Fruit Snacks deliver bright fruit flavor with a pleasant, light crunch. Packaged for convenience and free from added sugar, they make a simple, wholesome option for lunchboxes and quick snacks. My Review of Bare Baked Crunchy Fruit Snacks I … Read more
These pineapple cupcakes bring a taste of the tropics! Pineapple-flavored cupcakes are filled with fresh pineapple, topped with coconut buttercream and toasted coconut, and finished with an adorable buttercream pineapple on top. Cute Summer Cupcakes If you love bright, summery treats, these pineapple cupcakes are irresistible. They combine tender, pineapple-flavored cake with a fresh pineapple … Read more
On my Salt Lake City breakfast tour I’m focusing mostly on newer spots, but there are a few places I’ve visited before that still feel fresh to the valley and deserve a mention. One such staple is Beaumont. Today I picked up a breakfast burrito there and knew it had to be included. I appreciate … Read more
All About Tomatoes There’s a long-running debate about whether tomatoes are fruits or vegetables. Botanically they are fruits—more specifically, a type of berry—yet their savory flavor often has people treating them like vegetables in the kitchen. Tomatoes are available year-round, though their peak season depends on where you live. In many regions they’re most abundant … Read more
Ingredients: 5 large tomatoes, cut into eighths 3 tablespoons olive oil 5 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Directions: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). … Read more
You’ve just enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner and now face the question: what to do with the leftover turkey carcass? Rather than tossing it, you can turn it into rich, flavorful broth. Below is a clear, step-by-step guide to making turkey (or chicken) broth using that leftover carcass. Why make turkey broth? Reduce … Read more
Fish Bowl Punch and Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Puffs — a quick, easy way to turn snack time into a mini celebration! I love summer. The heat is worth it for long days by the pool, beach trips, evening walks and relaxed mornings. Summer is about spontaneity — impromptu day trips, backyard fun, and simple ways … Read more