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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

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

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

Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas

December 10, 2020 by Lindsay 225 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 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

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

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

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

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

Maple Cinnamon Sunflower Seed Butter

September 3, 2020 by Lindsay 45 Comments

This Maple Cinnamon Sunflower Seed Butter is nut-free, allergy-friendly and a fun way to change things up from traditional nut butter. Easy to make at home and perfect for nut-free schools and daycares. *Originally published June ...

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Food Prep, Lunch, Snack Tagged With: Maple Syrup

Peach Zucchini Smoothie Bowl

August 24, 2020 by Lindsay 5 Comments

This Peach Zucchini Smoothie Bowl is the perfect way to add some extra vegetables to your smoothie! Frozen zucchini adds creaminess without changing the flavor.  Originally published September 2017* Hi friends! This Peach Zucchini ...

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Filed Under: Snack, Breakfast Tagged With: Dates, Peach, Yogurt, Zucchini

Microwave Egg Sandwich

August 20, 2020 by Lindsay 92 Comments

This Microwave Egg Sandwich is quick, easy and ready in 2 minutes making it the perfect breakfast or snack on a busy day. *Originally published December 2012* Hi Friends! Allow me to introduce you to this microwave egg sandwich. I first ...

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Snack Tagged With: Avocado, Cheese, Egg

Strawberry Chicken Spinach Power Salad

August 18, 2020 by Lindsay 18 Comments

This Strawberry Chicken Spinach Power Salad is perfect for summer! It's packed with protein, fresh produce & nuts and topped with a lemon poppyseed dressing. A great recipe for lunch or dinner! *Originally published June 2016* Hi ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Soup & Salad Tagged With: Avocado, Chicken, Corn, Feta, Onion, Pecan, Spinach

Egg Waffles

August 17, 2020 by Lindsay 102 Comments

These Egg Waffles are ready in one minute and easy to customize. Such a fun twist on an omelet and after trying an egg waffle you'll never want to cook eggs in a pan again! A quick & easy, healthy breakfast! **Originally published Feb 2015. ...

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Filed Under: Breakfast Tagged With: Egg

The Ultimate Guide to Teaching Kids To Cook

August 7, 2020 by Lindsay 1 Comment

Looking for info on teaching kids to cook? I help you troubleshoot common problems and make it easier, more enjoyable and less stressful for you to cook with your kids! Hi friends! I've been working hard for a while now to put together this ...

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Easy Chicken Marinade (only 4 ingredients!)

August 4, 2020 by Lindsay Leave a Comment

For this easy chicken marinade, combine oil, red wine vinegar, honey and garlic for perfectly juicy chicken every time. Cook it any way you want - on the grill, in the air fryer or in the oven! Hi friends! I've been meaning to share my ...

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Filed Under: Dinner, Food Prep Tagged With: Chicken, Garlic, Honey, Oil, Red Wine Vinegar

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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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