A health and wellness blog written by a dietitian, inspired by nutritious food, holistic skincare, and wellness routines
Goodness, what a whirlwind week! I can’t believe Christmas has come and gone. Every year I’m left feeling like the few days of Christmas were a dream. So much work goes into prepping for the holidays and here it has just come and gone. …
Welcome back! Hope you all are enjoying the week and that it hasn’t gotten too crazy. We are officially on the home stretch before Christmas. In between getting all the presents ready, planning a weekend of travel, and packing, it’s been a challenge to meal …
Winter has got me feeling all sorts of feels. I guess it’s not quite winter by definition, but December is winter in my book. Ugghhhhh I hate to say it. Winter…it’s like a nasty little swear! I seriously need food that warms the …
Welcome back to the blog you guys! I’m back in action today. Yesterday, I had to cut my recipe testing, photo taking, blogging escapade short. My afternoon was spent in the dentist office after I chipped a tooth. While I never have fun at the …
Thanksgiving week is coming to a close. I’m not quite sure if I’m happy to see it go. It makes me a little sad to see all the tasty food and treats go. Speaking of which, I’d love to hear, what fun things did you …
I was listening to the radio earlier today and the host of the show was talking about turkey. Actually, her complete disgust for Thanksgiving turkey. She described her holiday meal as tough, over-cooked, and dry. Per the host, there is not enough gravy in the …
Oh goodness you guys, can you believe it’s almost Thanksgiving?! Seems like just a few weeks since I was last sitting lake-side with a cocktail. But here we are, just over a week out from Thanksgiving. This past weekend I ventured North for an early …
Ahhh so much inspiration behind these Baked Italian Slider Sandwiches. It is unofficially, officially National Sandwich Day. It’s the unofficial day of all things sandwich. Bring on the Reubens, po boys, and patty melts. Ugh, decisions, decisions, I tell you. Yes to the sandwiches! …
The weather is getting colder and colder. I’ve been finding my cravings for good-ole comfort food is at an all time high. As you may recall from my previous posts, I’ve been sick and it just won’t quit. When I left work this week, all …
Happy Monday everyone! I know, I know, you’re thinking I’m crazy. Are Monday’s ever really happy? Maybe not usually, but this week is an exception. My hubby and I are finally on the same schedule! Outage season is over (for now)!! While I love my …
Oriental Peanut Chicken Roll-ups Welcome back you guys! I’m feeling fresh, relaxed and ready to get back at the blog. I got some much-needed girl time over the weekend. My friends from back home in Wisconsin came down to spend the weekend. I may have …
Ahh fall is here. While I’ve mostly been obsessing over pumpkin spice everything and all my fave fall produce. What I’ve failed to remember is what else the fall season brings…cold season. You heard that right, it’s cold season. Like all things fall, I couldn’t …
Easy Vegetarian Lentil Tacos Tacos have long been a household staple around here. My hubby and I routinely ate all types of tacos way before they became a trend. I mean, I loved tacos long before they were screen printed on t-shirts in those “trendy” …
Spicy Thai Carrot Soup If you’re like me, you try to make healthy choices. Whether you drink an extra glass of water, walk the dog a bit longer, or incorporate more veggies, you’re trying right?! The same is true for me. While I know a …
I try to find balance with my cooking. Usually I alternate between elaborate and simple recipes. Today my friends, it was all about the simplicity. That means, it’s time to whip out my Crockpot Chicken Burrito Bowls. If you haven’t read my previous posts, you …