This lightened-up bread combines fresh cranberries and orange juice to make a treat that is both light and delicious! It is a great healthier option for a fall or holiday brunch, and tastes as wonderful as it looks! I love when the seasons change and new foods show up in the grocery store! In the…
Pumpkin Spice Popcorn
Light and healthy, this pumpkin spice popcorn is the perfect fall treat for your next movie night! Movie nights are a big hit in our house. We clear out the living room, spread blankets and pillows out on the floor, let the kids pick a movie, and make a batch of homemade popcorn. There’s nothing…
Savory Cornmeal Waffles
Perfect for dipping into soup, these whole grain, savory waffles are a real crowd pleaser! They take only a few minutes to make, and are totally worth it! We had soup earlier this week, and I was trying to think of what we could have with it. We love dipping bread in soup, but we…
{Skinny} Cheesy Corn Dip
The perfect tailgating snack, this lighter version is made using reduced fat cheeses and fresh corn. Cheesy and delicious, this recipe is sure to be a crowd pleaser! I. love. football. The start of football season signals the beginning of fall, with pumpkin, warm sweaters, and tailgating! Although I don’t tailgate very often, I do…
Apple Pie Granola
Full of fall flavors, this healthy granola is sweetened with applesauce and honey. It is great by itself, or sprinkled on yogurt or ice cream. We eat A LOT of granola in our house. While I do have some favorite store-bought granolas, I like making my own because it is much cheaper, and I can…
Spiced Apple Muffins
Slightly sweet, this lightened up muffin is bursting with fall flavors. Made with whole wheat flour, apples, and flax meal, these healthy muffins are full of fiber and nutrients, and are a crowd pleaser perfect for fall! Fall is in the air (kind of), and I am ready with these delicious muffins! I know it…
Peanut Butter Banana Bites
This high protein snack is simple and healthy. With just 6 ingredients, these take less than 10 minutes to make, and are a family favorite. Perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack! My husband is a teacher, so when school starts, life gets crazy! Not only do I have to organize and get started…
PB & J Yogurt Parfait
For a protein packed breakfast or afternoon snack, try this peanut butter and jelly yogurt parfait! Perfect for back to school, this healthy treat is packed with protein, healthy fat, and nutrients. Bonus: It is kid approved!!! Peanut butter and jelly reminds me of being a kid and packing my lunch for vacation bible school…
Strawberry Beet Chia Jam
I love jam of all kinds, and while I LOVE filling my pantry shelves with canned jams and preserves, it can be time consuming. Anytime I need some quick jam, I break out my chia jam recipe. It’s super simple, and can be ready in 20 minutes or less! I’ve been making strawberry chia jam…
Greek Potato Salad
A twist on the traditional potato salad, this variation is packed with cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and tossed in a creamy tzatziki sauce. Quick and tasty, it is perfect for a summer barbecue or celebration! Paleo and Whole30 friendly. My grandparents had a huge farm in Western Kansas, and now my dad’s siblings live…
