Mocha chia pudding is my go-to healthy breakfast: rich, chocolatey and with the perfect hint of coffee to jump-start the day. It balances indulgence and nourishment—chia seeds create a silky, pudding-like texture while contributing fiber and omega-3s. I love finishing it with cacao nibs for intensity, hazelnuts for crunch, a drizzle of almond butter for … Read more
I never realized how much cooking relies on endurance until I took two weeks off to stay in a hospital and lived on mediocre eggplant parm sandwiches (the only vegetarian option my relatives could think of). When I returned to the kitchen, my wrist strength was gone.
Seriously — you don’t notice how much muscle tone you build in your forearms, wrists, and fingers from chopping several times a day until it disappears and you’re left with a half-cut kabocha squash and aching palms.
How do you know a new treat is a hit? For me, it’s when everyone argues over the last piece. We’re a family of eight, so I usually double or triple recipes. This time I had only one lonely Rice Krispie treat left when I decided to try these pops—probably not my wisest parenting move. … Read more
With just two simple ingredients, you can make a vibrant Ninja Creami Raspberry Sorbet that’s naturally sweetened and free of refined sugar. Pear puree provides the sweetness and silky texture—no added sugar required. This easy sorbet works with fresh or frozen raspberries, so you can enjoy it year-round. The recipe is quick to prepare and … Read more
Quick and easy Christmas Holiday Punch made with 100% fruit juices and no added sugar. This festive, family-friendly drink is perfect for holiday gatherings and takes only minutes to prepare. After hosting our first Christmas party last year, we decided it should become an annual tradition. For the next celebration I served a non-alcoholic version … Read more
These turkey meatballs are versatile and tasty. Served with a simple tomato sauce and a sprinkle of parsley, they make a delicious lunch or weeknight dinner. This Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet recipe yields about six servings—perfect for a family meal or to enjoy as leftovers. SERVING: 6 | Serving size: 3 meatballs with sauce | … Read more
The Crescent Lunge on Knee is a yoga posture that delivers a deep stretch for the hip flexors, groin and legs while opening the front of the body, including the chest and shoulders. Practicing this pose helps strengthen and tone the thighs, hips and glutes, and it challenges balance and stability. Lunge variations are commonly … Read more
Over the long weekend I finally spent time in my craft room and the first project I tackled was building simple storage shelves. While picking up supplies for a kitchen renovation at Home Depot, I realized I needed better storage to organize craft supplies. I wandered the storage aisle considering options. Many ready-made laminate shelves … Read more
Bring a touch of Italy to your kitchen with this simple pine nut pesto. Just 6 ingredients and about 7 minutes and you’ll have a vibrant, versatile sauce. Pesto is one of the most iconic Italian sauces — the name itself comes from the Italian verb meaning “to crush” or “to pound.” Traditionally made by … Read more
This air fryer meatloaf is a simple, healthier way to enjoy a classic dinner. It uses minimal ingredients and can be adapted to be gluten free. The air fryer caramelizes the sauce beautifully, producing a juicy, flavorful loaf. Make one loaf for dinner and meal prep the rest, or divide the mixture into two smaller … Read more