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I used to stock up on coconut shrimp from the freezer aisle, but then I realized I can make it homemade, but healthier! My Baked Coconut Shrimp is the perfect solution to homemade coconut shrimp. I use both coconut flour and coconut flakes on the outside for double the coconut flavor! Start by coating the […]

Are you Ready to Reset in the New Year? Yes, please! While Daron and I have had the best time celebrating with family and friends over Christmas and through December, I’m feeling the nudge and looking forward to getting back on a routine. I’m excited to start meal prepping and planning weekly family dinners, and […]

Sushi nights are one of the finer things in life, just ask my husband! Our favorite date night is sushi, so I made an at-home Salmon Avocado Sushi Bowl to bring the sushi date home with us. First, I bake some fresh salmon until it’s tender. Then, I use some ready-rice to layer in the […]

Today, we’re sharing our Christmas Bucket List, including 19 fun things to do as a family. Before Christmas day, get inspired and list everything you can do to make the most of this season. It’s the time of year when we try to enjoy ourselves by having fun and making holiday traditions. A simple Christmas […]

Today I’m sharing some pics of our recent Fun Family Night along with easy Christmas baking ideas to help you plan your very own baking night with your kids and family. Why we Started a Christmas Baking Night Tradition: Four years ago, as a family, we decided to make an annual tradition of getting together […]

2020 Holiday Gift Guides Today, I’m sharing my favorite gift ideas for that special someone who likes to cook or is a cooking enthusiast, aka, mom. Most of the items listed are in my kitchen, and I personally love them! I might have printed off this list for the kitchen items that I don’t have, […]

This Holiday season, I’m sharing Our Farmer House list of 18 Must-Watch Family Christmas Movies! With Ethan and Hailey getting to start Christmas break early and Easton still having his broken wrist in a cast, there’s going to be a lot of extra downtime for family movie nights leading up to December 25th. Not that […]

One morning, I woke up wanting a protein shake reminiscent of a strawberry shortcake. The outcome is this Strawberry Shake with Protein Powder that is full of juicy strawberry flavor! First, I gather up some frozen strawberries, vanilla protein powder, almond milk, nonfat Greek yogurt, and light whipped topping. Next, blitz it all up in […]

My juicer is one of my most prized possessions in my kitchen. I use it to make all types of juices, including my Fresh Start Juice with Carrots, Apples, and Ginger. It is called “fresh start” because it is so nutritious to drink in the mornings! Begin by throwing some carrots, lemon, cucumber, parsley, apples, […]

Some of my favorite fruits are bananas and kiwi. They remind me of tropical drinks! That’s why I created one of my favorite protein shakes, my Banana Kiwi Protein Shake. It is bursting with the flavors of fresh bananas and kiwi. I start by adding the two main ingredients into the blender, followed by Greek […]

Starting the morning with a protein shake really invigorates your AM routine. My Key Lime Pie Protein Shake has all of the flavors of a fresh slice of key lime pie. This shake also has a secret ingredient; pineapple! I start by blending up some skim milk, vanilla protein powder, pineapple, vanilla, lime juice, Stevia, […]

If you love Chuy’s Jalapeno Ranch Dip, then this is a must make Copycat Recipe made with Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing Mix.  It tastes just like the restaurant version. Since moving from Texas to Ohio, one of the challenges my husband Daron has encountered is finding a good Mexican restaurant.  In Texas, the options […]