This post is sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Drop biscuits are kinda my jam. They are super quick and easy to make, totally fuss-free, and downright delicious. Previously I’ve shared jalapeño cheddar drop biscuits, which are a go-to for sure. I also love my Parmesan herb drop biscuits, but more for special occasions than for everyday. And today, it’s a different twist....

4.37 23 Published Jun 26, 2020, Updated Jun 12, 2023 I’ve developed recipes for lactation cookies and lactation bites, which I love. They’re both super tasty and I definitely notice a difference in my supply when I eat them regularly, but there are plenty of days where I’ve run out of the cookies/bites and I need something fast… that’s where this lactation smoothie comes in. How to Make a Lactation Smoothie You can literally make any smoothie a lactation smoothie just by adding specific milk producing foods, but haphazardly adding ingredients to a smoothie can often times result in a concoction that doesn’t taste so good....

4.39 67 Published Apr 22, 2019, Updated May 16, 2022 What is Nutritional Yeast? Nutritional yeast is an inactive yeast made from molasses. It’s yellow in color and sold as flakes, granules or powder and can be found in the spice section or bulk bins of health food stores. I typically buy Bob’s Red Mill large flakes from Thrive Market. Nutritional yeast has the word “nutritional” in its name for a reason!...

Y’all know that easy chicken dinners are one of my obsessions and specialties, right? This 15-minute honey garlic chicken is a long-time go-to and my easy cream cheese chicken and quick chicken curry are other popular favorites. Or try chicken paprikash or chicken picadillo, both ready in 20 minutes and sure to freshen up your usual chicken dinners. You can check out all of my other 30-minute chicken recipes for more inspiration....

If you want to learn more ways to cook tofu that actually tastes good, check out my Marinated Tofu, Air Fryer Tofu and Perfect Fried Tofu recipes while you’re here! Are you still trying to figure out how to make tofu taste good? Do you want to convince the tofu haters that it’s a tasty plant-based protein? Are you looking for more ways to spruce up this flavor sponge? You’re in luck because this baked tofu recipe transforms the watery soy block into crispy perfection!...

For more easy tofu dinners, check out my General Tso’s Tofu, Sticky Sriracha Tofu, and Sweet and Sour Tofu recipes while you’re here. Just one bite of this Crispy Orange Tofu reminds me of my pre-vegan dinners at one particular popular food chain. I used to love their orange chicken, but now I rely on this veganized version to kick my cravings. By swapping the meat for the most delectable crispy baked tofu nuggets and dousing them in a sweet and tangy orange sauce, I’m still left with a dreamy takeout-inspired dinner....

This post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure here. These fries are seriously good and definitely taste better than oven baked fries. The air fryer really gets them crispy and golden, with minimal effort. Just like deep fried french fries, these are best served immediately, or they do lose their crispiness! If you are looking for more vegan air fryer recipes, make sure to try my Air Fryer Tofu and Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts....

5 13 Published Dec 02, 2019, Updated Oct 31, 2023 Why I Love Sheet Pan Meals Ingredients Needed for this Asian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner chicken – I used chicken breasts but chicken thighs would work great too. vegetables – I used yellow bell pepper, carrots, snap peas and red onion. Want to take a shortcut? Use a packaged stir fry mix from the grocery store so you can skip the chopping....

I hope you all had a fun weekend! Here’s a few of my highlights: As for the food, I’m so excited to share this recipe with you today! But I’m gonna go ahead and admit right now that I don’t think I had chicken pot pie for the first time until I made it a couple of years ago. I don’t remember it growing up and it’s not something I’ve ever had at a restaurant or a friend’s house....

4.5 10 Published Jun 05, 2019, Updated Jul 22, 2023 If you’re unfamiliar with tzatziki, let me introduce you. It’s a popular sauce or dip made with Greek yogurt, chopped or shredded cucumbers, garlic and fresh herbs like dill, mint, and parsley. It sounds simple, but it’s so tasty and so easy to make. Tzatziki is a Magical Creamy Cucumber Sauce Seriously, everyone loves tzatziki and it has so many uses:...

4.19 5 Published Mar 06, 2019, Updated Apr 26, 2023 I also have to mention that this bowl was inspired by one of my favorite spots for quick and healthy lunch here in Richmond, Stella’s Grocery. They have a similar bowl called the Greek Quinoa Bowl that I basically lived on during our kitchen renovation. If you’re local to Richmond and haven’t been to Stella’s yet, go today! Meal Prep Process for Greek Chicken Quinoa Bowls Protein This apple cider vinegar chicken is truly a go-to protein....

4.88 14 Published Apr 30, 2021, Updated Jan 20, 2024 Some layered dips have no texture, but this is not that kind of recipe! The veggies add freshness along with the crunch factor that everyone craves when snacking. What is 7-Layer Dip? Also known as taco dip or 7-layer dip, this dip is a common American appetizer. According to a quick search, I found that it was popular in Texas and then was first published in print in 1981....

3.81 8 Published Nov 12, 2021, Updated Nov 07, 2024 Why You Need to Make This Delicious – Love cranberry sauce? This homemade version is way better than canned and has less sugar, making it a healthier option for your holiday table. Quick & easy – It’s so simple to make. Just two easy steps. Great for holidays –You can prep it in advance for your Thanksgiving dinner. Ingredients Needed fresh cranberries – cranberries are in season from September-November so you should be able to find fresh cranberries in your local grocery store!...

4.29 144 Published Sep 10, 2021, Updated Aug 20, 2024 With oats and protein powder as the base, these bars are gluten-free and vegan as long as you use vegan protein powder. They’re also oil-free and low in sugar! The entire batch is sweetened with just 1/4 cup of maple syrup and some dairy-free dark chocolate chips on top because chocolate makes everything better, am I right?! These bars have the perfect amount of pumpkin pie flavor and a good protein to carb ratio — perfect for munching on before or after your workout or as a grab-and-go breakfast bar....

Here’s a run-down of the resources on this blog, followed by a collection of other great online resources. Introduction to homemade baby food* Homemade baby food: Getting started* Sample baby food introduction schedule (with a free printable)* Equipment recommendations (just a few basics to make life easy)* Freezer, fridge and pantry essentials (what to keep on hand)* Ways to use leftover baby food purees (with a video and free printable) And below are my collections of beginner homemade baby food batch cooking — lots of beginner baby food basics grouped together to make the most out of your precious time....

This recipe, more than perhaps any other, will remind me of the summer of 2020. Normally, we’d be heading to TCBY, getting ice cream at the pool, and picking up cones from local stores. Not so much this year. So we made a ton of homemade ice cream instead! Sure, I buy ice cream from the grocery store too. We go through the stuff. But homemade is always better. ❤️ And this homemade no churn ice cream is so stinkin’ quick and easy to make, I was whipping it up on repeat....

4.86 187 Published Mar 27, 2019, Updated Sep 18, 2024 Early taste-testers have said that they’re the best Girl Scout cookie recreation yet and given my love for all things peanut butter and chocolate, they’re definitely on the top of my list too! I think another reason I’m obsessed with these cookies (besides the flavor) is the texture! The crunchy cookie center is soooo satisfying. Don’t get me wrong, I love protein balls that taste like cookies, but sometimes they aren’t satisfying when I’m craving the real deal....

4.05 23 Published May 01, 2021, Updated Sep 18, 2024 That said, when I first thought about giving her oatmeal I wasn’t sure what type was best and how to prepare it. I had so many questions… What type of oats are best? Are rolled oats too thick for babies? Do you cook the oats in breast milk or add it after? If you’re a new mama/papa, you might be wondering the same things....

So, I’m the crazy lady who made all of her own homemade baby food. All. Of. It. Never bought a single jar or pouch of baby food and my kids were BIG eaters. See, I’ve been a health and nutrition editor for 15 years, including a long stint as the editor for a newsletter for pediatricians, so I read a lot about child nutrition and development. And I decided early on that I wanted to make my own baby food....

I’ve been on a bit of a lemon kick recently. I shared easy baked lemon chicken and a 15-minute skillet lemon chicken that are so easy to put together, so flavorful and really versatile. (And coming soon is grilled lemon chicken. Oh and this cozy lemony chicken orzo soup.) Today, we’re keeping the love alive with this Instant Pot lemon chicken, which calls for boneless, skinless chicken thighs, a lemon, some butter and a handful of other basic ingredients....