This orange banana smoothie is an easy, refreshing option for breakfast or a quick snack. With just a few simple ingredients, it blends into a naturally sweet, frosty drink that’s perfect any time of year. Bright, fruity, and naturally sweet, this frozen fruit smoothie is a delightful way to start the day. It’s a vegan-friendly … Read more
Hosting an outdoor Halloween movie night is a delightful way to celebrate the season. With a little planning you can create a cozy, spooky evening complete with a movie screen, warm drinks, and festive treats. Below is a practical guide to help you set up an unforgettable night under the stars. Watching a film outdoors … Read more
In Episode 14 of Fit Mama Real Food Radio I speak with Brittany Dixon of the blog A Healthy Slice of Life about baby-led weaning. This episode serves as a practical introduction for parents curious about offering real food to their little ones. Fit Mama Real Food Radio is a weekly podcast sharing insights, education, … Read more
Let’s pickle some cucumbers! This spicy sweet and sour dill pickles recipe is a favorite that never disappoints. During a summer visit to my parents, the garden and pantry were overflowing with cucumbers. Despite a smaller overall harvest this year due to a late spring frost, cucumbers and zucchinis rebounded and produced abundant fruit. With … Read more
Today we share 10 Must-Have Ingredients For a Gluten-Free Pantry. If you are new to gluten-free living, this guide will help you begin cooking with confidence. Going gluten-free can feel overwhelming at first, but with these ten essentials stocked in your pantry, gluten-free cooking becomes simpler and more enjoyable. Where do you start? If you … Read more
This pickle smash burgers recipe is a tasty twist on classic sliders, pairing griddled pickles with seasoned, juicy beef patties. Cook on a flat griddle—like a Blackstone or Traeger—to get crispy edges and caramelized toppings. Table of Contents Ingredients How to griddle pickle smash burgers Try these easy griddle recipes… Become a better home cook … Read more
Summer is winding down and I wanted to share this easy, customizable cookie dough ice cream cake before the season ends. I promised myself I wouldn’t post a birthday cake just because it’s my birthday, but timing and plans shifted, so here we are. This cake ended up leaving the house well before my birthday … Read more
These cookies began as “Strawberry and Apricot Linzertorte Hearts,” adapted from a 1996 Gourmet magazine recipe. They’re ideal for Valentine’s Day or Christmas, though my first batch came during a very different season. I found the recipe on Epicurious.com in the early 2000s while training for a half-marathon to raise funds for the Leukemia & … Read more
Hello, BBQ fan. If you love grilled and smoked meat, this guide on how to grill steak will help you cook a perfect, juicy steak on the grill every time. Best Steak for Grilling When choosing a steak for the grill, pick a cut you enjoy, but some steaks perform especially well over heat. These … Read more
One of the best things about tostadas—like my Chicken Tostadas—is how versatile they are. You can change the protein, toppings and sauces to create completely different meals, and this time I chose steak. I used a thin sirloin steak, though flank steak works well too. I cooked the steak briefly so it stayed tender, then … Read more