Dates are my secret weapon when I am craving something sweet. I pop in one or two and my sweet tooth is satisfied. I will use one or two to sweeten up a smoothie. I have used them in place of sugar in pancakes and desserts. They are a great base for homemade protein bars….
WINTER
Honey Salmon In Foil
This is a very simple meal to make and it comes out perfect every time I have baked it. I personally get nervous with fish because I am not sure how to cook them but this is flavorful and flakes so nicely. My husband does not like salmon but loves this dish! So that is…
Homemade Taco Seasoning
I can whip up a big batch of this in a few minutes and it lasts me for a couple of months. I use a mason jar with a lid. I even taped the ingredients on the outside, so I didn’t have to look them up when I need to make a new batch. …
Taco Chili
This is a family favorite and can help change up Taco Tuesday once a month! The kids love it! 🙂 You can eat it plain with a salad if you want to avoid grains and dairy. Still delicious! Also, for leftovers you can eat it over some white or brown rice or a baked potato to make them extend…
Chicken Noodle Soup
This is a family favorite! I found it at LocalFoods.com. I always make a double batch each time I make it because it goes fast! It might look like it takes a long time to make, but really it is mostly simmering time, so you can be doing other things in the house. The flavor…
Homemade Pizza Dough
Friday Pizza Night!! It is super easy to call up and have a pizza delivered but nothing tastes as good as homemade pizza dough with the love you put into creating your very own pizza with your family! The dough takes about an hour to make, so I make sure to make it earlier for…
Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins
Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 40 mins These are moist and a delicious way to use up some leftover cranberries and pumpkin puree after Thanksgiving or for a yummy Halloween breakfast! Recipe type: Breakfast Cuisine: Muffins Serves: 12 Muffins Ingredients olive oil spray for…
Banana Oat Muffins
These are DELICIOUS and kid approved! They take maybe 5-10 minutes tops to put together then in the oven they go and 15 minutes later you have these warm banana oat muffins to serve for a quick breakfast during a busy morning before school. All you need are some ripe bananas, I make a double…