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Non-Traditional Salads that are not boring

15 Non-Traditional Salads

January 21, 2021 by Lindsay 22 Comments

Salads don't always have to be just a bowl full of lettuce! Check out this roundup of 15 non-traditional salads for some fun ways to up your veggie intake!  Hi Friends! Time for another delicious roundup! Let's talk non-traditional ...

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Filed Under: Appetizer, Round-Ups, Side Dish, Soup & Salad

Round-up of bite-sized Valentine's day desserts

14 Bite-Sized Valentine’s Day Desserts

January 20, 2021 by Lindsay 19 Comments

Make your celebration special with these Bite-Sized Valentine's Day Desserts! These tasty treats are a fun, easy way to celebrate the one you love! Hi Friends! February is fast approaching so I wanted to share some bite-sized Valentine's ...

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Filed Under: Dessert, Round-Ups

Roasted Chick Pea Snack Mix

January 18, 2021 by Lindsay Leave a Comment

This sweet and spicy roasted chick pea snack mix contains added fiber and protein, and is perfect when you're looking for a healthy, crunchy snack! Thanks to Bush’s® Beans for sponsoring this post. Hi friends! We're kicking off the new ...

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Filed Under: Snack, Sponsored

healthy casseroles for sunday dinner

15 Casseroles For Sunday Dinner

January 16, 2021 by Lindsay 17 Comments

Here are 15 quick and easy casseroles for Sunday dinner- or any night of the week when you want a simple meal the whole family will love without much effort! Hi Friends! Let's talk casseroles. In my opinion, they're the easiest way to pack ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Round-Ups

15 quick family meals collage

15 Quick Family Meals

January 15, 2021 by Lindsay 24 Comments

For those nights when you need dinner in a hurry, here are 15 quick family meals the whole family will love.  *Originally published in 2014. Updated Dec 2020* Hi Friends! I've got a roundup of quick family meals for you! We all know ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Round-Ups

Banana Carrot Muffins

Banana Carrot Muffins

January 13, 2021 by Lindsay Leave a Comment

These Banana Carrot Muffins are made with simple ingredients, lightly sweetened and perfect for a kid-friendly breakfast or snack! Hi friends! Can't wait to share these Banana Carrot Muffins with you guys to kick off the new year! I've been ...

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Baking, Snack Tagged With: Banana, Carrot, Egg, Oil, White Whole Wheat Flour, Yogurt

easy dinners for nights you don't want to cook

20 Easy Dinner Ideas

December 16, 2020 by Lindsay Leave a Comment

Are you looking for easy dinner ideas for those nights you don't feel like cooking? Here's a round-up on super simple meals that you can make without much time, effort or brainpower.  Hi friends! Lately I've been in a bit of a dinner ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Round-Ups

Healthy Freezer Snacks that can be prepped ahead of time

Healthy Freezer Snacks

December 14, 2020 by Lindsay 26 Comments

Need some healthy snack ideas to feed your kids after school? Here are some easy, nutritious ideas that you can prep ahead of time and freeze! Hi Friends! I'm excited to share some healthy freezer snacks with you today! If you've followed ...

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Filed Under: Round-Ups, Snack

After school snacks for kids

10 Healthy After School Snacks For Kids

December 13, 2020 by Lindsay 2 Comments

10 easy to make, kid-friendly after school snacks that are perfect to help kids stay full until it's time for dinner! Hi Friends! Now that school has been in full swing for a while, I've had some requests for after school snacks. It seems ...

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Filed Under: Round-Ups, Snack

These No-Bake Peppermint Chocolate Bites are simple, healthy and ready in minutes. This gluten-free recipe would make a great addition to your holiday cookie tray!

No-Bake Peppermint Chocolate Bites

December 12, 2020 by Lindsay

These No-Bake Peppermint Chocolate Bites are simple, healthy and ready in minutes. This gluten-free recipe would make a great addition to your holiday cookie tray!  *Originally published 12/2015.* Hi friends! I've been making these ...

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Filed Under: Baking, Dessert, Snack Tagged With: Almond, Chocolate Chips, Cocoa Powder, Dates, Milk, Pepitas

Made with just 4 ingredients, this recipe for Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas is easy to make and tastes way better than store-bought!

Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas

December 10, 2020 by Lindsay 224 Comments

These Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas are made with just 4 ingredients. They're so easy to make and taste way better than store-bought! Perfect for healthy lunches and dinners. **Posted July 2013. New photos October 2015.** Hi Friends! Today ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Food Prep, Lunch, Side Dish Tagged With: Oil, White Whole Wheat Flour

30+ Kid-Friendly Dinners

December 2, 2020 by Lindsay 2 Comments

These Kid-Friendly Dinners come highly recommended and are perfect to try with your picky eaters. They're simple, easy and can be served with a variety of side dishes.  Hi friends! Let's talk kid-friendly dinners, shall we? Lately, ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Kids

Leftover Turkey and White Bean Soup

November 23, 2020 by Lindsay Leave a Comment

This Leftover Turkey and White Bean Soup is perfect for transforming Thanksgiving leftovers into a new meal. Or make it with chicken any time of year! Thanks to BUSH’S® Beans for sponsoring this post. Hi friends! With the holidays coming up, ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Sponsored Tagged With: Bell Pepper, Chicken, Chicken Broth, Corn, Garlic, Great Northern Beans, Green Chilis, Onion, Salsa Verde

Gluten-free pumpkin white bean bread with coffee

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bean Bread

November 16, 2020 by Lindsay 7 Comments

This Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bean Bread will definitely become your go-to snack. It's packed with fiber and protein and kid-friendly too! The whole family will love it! Thanks to BUSH’S® Beans for sponsoring this post. Hi friends! I am so ...

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Baking, Lunch, Snack, Sponsored Tagged With: Brown Sugar, Egg, Great Northern Beans, Oil, Pumpkin, White Whole Wheat Flour

45 Small Businesses To Support in 2020

45 Small Businesses To Support in 2020

November 11, 2020 by Lindsay 1 Comment

Hi friends! I'm only doing one gift guide this year so I've been working hard to make it a good one. This year I'm really making an effort to step away from Amazon and support small businesses and local businesses for my gift-giving. I've come up ...

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Filed Under: Kids, Round-Ups

Looking for healthy toddler meals to feed your kid? Here are 40 ideas for breakfast, lunch and dinner to help inspire you if you're stuck in a rut!

40 Healthy Toddler Meals

November 3, 2020 by Lindsay 35 Comments

Looking for healthy toddler meals to feed your kid? Here are 40 ideas for breakfast, lunch and dinner to help inspire you if you're stuck in a rut! (Originally published October 2016) Hi Friends! When my oldest (who is now 6) was a toddler, ...

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Filed Under: Kids, Round-Ups

These Easy Egg Wraps are perfect for a low-carb, high-protein snack. Make several ahead of time and fill with things like turkey, avocado, cheese, hummus and more.

Easy Egg Wraps for Breakfast…Lunch AND Dinner!

October 20, 2020 by Lindsay 118 Comments

These Easy Egg Wraps are perfect for a low-carb, high-protein snack. Make several ahead of time and fill with things like turkey, avocado, cheese, hummus and more. *Originally published May 2016* Hi friends! These Easy Egg Wraps just may be ...

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Filed Under: Snack, Breakfast, Lunch Tagged With: Egg

Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Brownies

October 2, 2020 by Lindsay 79 Comments

These Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Brownies are flourless, sweetened with dates and full of chocolate flavor. They taste so good you'll never believe they're a healthy dessert! *Originally published June 2014* Hi Friends! These Gluten-Free Sweet ...

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Filed Under: Baking, Dessert Tagged With: Applesauce, Chocolate Chips, Cocoa Powder, Egg, Peanut Butter, Sweet Potato

Sweet and Spicy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with chicken sausage and sweet potatoes

Sweet and Spicy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chicken Sausage

September 29, 2020 by Lindsay Leave a Comment

These Sweet and Spicy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with chicken sausage make the perfect sheet pan dinner. And the two-ingredient sauce couldn't be easier! Hi friends! I've got a super-easy dinner idea to share with you and it's perfect ...

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Filed Under: Dinner Tagged With: Chicken Sausage, Maple Syrup, Sweet Potato

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Yogurt Bars

September 14, 2020 by Lindsay 54 Comments

This recipe for Gluten-Free Pumpkin Yogurt Bars makes a quick, healthy breakfast or snack. They're kid-friendly and you can customize with your favorite mix-ins!. *Originally published June 2016. Updated Sept 2020* Hi friends! I first shared ...

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Baking, Snack Tagged With: Pumpkin

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Hi, I’m Lindsay! I’m a Registered Dietitian and mom of three from Columbus, Ohio. I use this blog to share simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, and an honest glimpse of motherhood!

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Non-Traditional Salads that are not boring
Round-up of bite-sized Valentine's day desserts
healthy casseroles for sunday dinner
15 quick family meals collage
Banana Carrot Muffins
easy dinners for nights you don't want to cook
Healthy Freezer Snacks that can be prepped ahead of time
After school snacks for kids

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