For a more nutritious fruity spread, make jam with chia seeds and strawberries for a fresh and simple alternative. I’ve been on a chia seed kick lately. There are two recipes I’ve shared within the past month—Nut & Seed Granola and Cocoa Banana Chia Pudding—I’ve made a lot more than that though. As I mentioned in my February Favorites, I’ve been making a lot of homemade bread lately. So to help use it…
Plant Your Own Garden
Did you know that spring officially starts this week?! Wednesday is the magical day, and I’m hoping the weather follows suit. Spring is my favorite time of year for many reasons. There’s more sunshine, yet it’s still refreshingly brisk outside. The days are longer, and color is starting to pop up everywhere you look. Pure…
Spicy Roasted Pepitas
For a salty and nutritious snack, roast pepitas (pumpkin seeds) in the oven and coat them in this spicy seasoning blend. I’ve been gradually getting into seasoning my own seeds and nuts for a flavorful and healthy snack. I only buy the raw kind because I like to use them in different recipes and like…
Protein Oat Pancake
For a simple breakfast made with whole ingredients, try this single-serving pancake that only uses three ingredients. I’ve been all about the breakfast foods lately. Most days, I eat them in the morning and also for lunch because it’s just…easy. Plus, they’re all amazing, so it’s a win-win situation. Pancakes are one of those foods…
What Your Best Means (And Doesn’t Mean)
As we navigate through life, we’re often told we need to be the best in every role we play… the most supportive friend the most caring mother the hardest-working employee the most loving spouse the best whatever else But when a specific role is especially demanding, we’re using much more of our energy to maintain…
Adding Healthy Habits vs. Breaking Bad Ones
Trying to live a healthier lifestyle can be overwhelming with all the so-called “bad” foods and habits out there that you’re allegedly supposed to cut out cold-turkey to reach your goals. That’s why one of my strategies has always been to ADD things I know are good for me—instead of vowing to remove all the…
Strong Legs Weight Lifting Workout
If you’re in the market for a burn-so-good leg workout using weights, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve been getting bored with high-rep workouts lately—they just seem to drag. on. and can be particularly boring. Since a lot of my leg workouts (even those using weights) have more reps than I usually feel like…
February Favorites
This past month has been snowy, then it melted, then it snowed, then it melted and froze, then it snowed again, then it snowed again yesterday. It’s been a ridiculous cycle that just makes me wonder…when does spring start again? I actually didn’t realize how much I loved snow until we moved back to Chicago….
Cocoa Banana Chia Pudding
For a light yet filling snack, try this chocolate pudding thickened with chia seeds and sweetened with banana. Chia seed pudding can be a nice change of pace when you want something different to snack on but want it to be a nutritious option. If you didn’t already know, chia seeds absorb liquid making them expand, which can make a pudding-like consistency. The dish reminds me of…
Nut & Seed Granola
Combine ingredients like oats, almonds, walnuts, and chia seeds for a crunchy, homemade granola recipe. This was the first homemade granola recipe I ever made back in the day. Any time I’m craving granola, I usually whip up a batch of this Nut & Seed Granola or my Maple Vanilla Granola. This recipe (and really…
Life Is Delicious Ambiguity
Today’s post was inspired by an adventure Matt and I went on last night in Old Town, Chicago. We saw our first Second City show! I’m not usually a big fan of stand-up comedy (a harsh truth my husband just learned a couple years ago), but The Second City is an improv and sketch comedy…
Coconut Chocolate Granola Bars
Try these granola bars for a sweet and filling snack that has a chewy texture and is full of flavor. Ohhhh man, I’ve forgotten how good these granola bars are. I first shared this recipe four years ago, but I wanted to update the pictures to do the bars more justice. Although I think the…
It’s About Effort, Not Being Perfect
As we transitioned from 2018 to 2019, something clicked for me. Many of us set all these goals for ourselves, saying we’re going to change this year—kicking our bad habits and really committing to what we want to achieve. It’s too easy to just focus on the end result, which makes the journey of getting…
Cooking for One: 3 Tips to Stay Motivated & on Track
Cooking can seem like a lot of work, no matter how many people you’re feeding. Although prepping food for a crowd can be especially labor-intensive, I think cooking for one can be more difficult motivation-wise. If I wasn’t 1. living with someone (i.e., my husband) or 2. regularly testing recipes for this blog, I know for…
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Warm up with a bowl of this cheesy broccoli soup that uses frozen broccoli and two types of cheese for a creamy and flavorful meal. I’ve always liked making food from scratch, even when it takes quite a bit of effort, but I also know I won’t always be this motivated. That’s why I’ve been…
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