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These No-Bake Protein Bars are a homemade version of your favorite store-bought peanut butter protein bar, without all the crazy ingredients. They’re the perfect snack after a tough workout. **Originally published in 2014.** Hi Friends! These no-bake peanut butter protein bars have been a favorite in our house for almost 10 years now. I first […]
These baked sweet potato dessert recipes are perfect for any occasion! Learn how to bake a sweet potato and make a dessert everyone will love! *Originally published 11/2021. Updated 10/2022* Hi friends! If you’ve been around awhile, you know I have a baked sweet potato recipe or two! I bake a sweet potato (or several) […]
This easy one pot chicken and rice is perfect for a busy weeknight. Most of the cooking time is hands-off letting you get other things done while it cooks! *Originally published 10/2022. Updated 12/2024* Hi friends! This one pot chicken and rice is one of my go-to recipes during the cold winter months. It’s all […]
These healthy Instant Pot Chicken Recipes are perfect for quick, easy dinners and you can pack the leftovers for lunch! Added bonus? Many can be made in the slow cooker if you don’t have a pressure cooker. *Originally published March 2018. Updated Oct 2022* Hi friends! Welcome to this delightful little roundup of Instant Pot […]
Looking for healthy pumpkin recipes? Here are 30 recipes to try! Everything from baked pumpkin recipes and pumpkin recipes for breakfast to savory pumpkin recipes. Hi friends! Prior to the holidays I shared 20+ Pumpkin Dessert Recipes That Are Not Pumpkin Pie to help with your menu planning. But we are huge pumpkin fans around […]
Looking for pumpkin puree dessert recipes that are not pumpkin pie? Here are 20+ desserts from pumpkin cake to pumpkin bars to no-bake pumpkin desserts to choose from! *Originally published November 2021. Updated Sept 2022* Hi friends! When you think of pumpkin recipes easy dessert is probably the first thing that comes to mind, right? […]
Have lots of extra apples? Here are 15 healthy apple dinner recipes. Add them to your meal plan for dinner this week or enjoy leftovers for lunch! *Originally published Oct 2014. Updated September 2022* Hi Friends! I don’t know about you but I often find myself with a surplus of apples. Whether it’s after going […]
Looking for the best read-aloud chapter books to read to your kids? Here are 25 interesting and engaging books your kids will love! Best for ages 5-9. Hi friends! Are you looking for read-alouds that your kids will actually enjoy? Books that feel like a fun adventure every time you crack open the cover? This […]
These Tater Tot Waffles are kid-friendly and perfect any time of day! Enjoy them for breakfast, pack them in a lunch box or make them for a quick dinner on a busy night. Thanks to the Ohio Beef Council for sponsoring this post. Hi friends! I’m so excited to share these Tater Tot Waffles with […]

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