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Have you ever had Roasted Pumpkin Seeds?  These are one of my favorite healthy fall snacks.  Roasting them is easy, and with my three simple but flavor-packed recipes, you can have a variety of options to grab and go this fall.  Sweet, spicy, or savory – you have a choice to fit your personal taste […]

Natural deodorants have recently gained popularity over chemical-based products and their potential health risks. While experiences vary for each of us, in my opinion, it’s best to eliminate harmful chemicals wherever possible.  Here are some Benefits of Natural Deodorant, and what to expect when you switch. Say Goodbye to Aluminum Natural deodorants are typically created […]

Labor Day is bittersweet for me – it’s saying goodbye to summer, but also saying hello again to fall. It’s the last official grill out and pool day of the season! So, let my Best Labor Day Party Menu bridge the gap between those refreshing summer recipes we all love and the start of savory […]

There’s just something about gathering around the table after church on a Sunday, sharing a meal that feels like home. This Easy Homemade Lasagna with Ricotta is one of my favorite recipes to make ahead—just assemble it the night before, pop it in the oven the next day, and you have a comforting, homemade dinner […]

We all know boring tuna salad. While tuna salad is traditionally delicious, my Easy Southwest Shrimp Salad Recipe is even better than the classic seafood salad! First, I like to use flavors that remind me of the southwest, such as corn, tomato, and cilantro. Cook your shrimp and then mix together with light mayo, Greek […]

Indulge in the delightful and comforting flavors of a Cinnamon French Toast Casserole that is the perfect make ahead brunch recipe!  I love this recipe for Overnight Cinnamon French Toast Casserole as its a delicious combination of thick-sliced brioche bread soaked in a sweet custard, infused with warm cinnamon, sweet sugar, and hints of vanilla, […]

With the busyness of every day life, staying tuned in with your spouse can easily fall by the wayside. However, there are plenty of ways to build relationship intimacy everyday if you’re intentional about it! Daron and I consciously try to connect to keep our marriage healthy and on track.  Overall, we’ve found 10 easy […]

Road-tripping through the south will show you incredible food and southern hospitality. That experience allowed me to create my Healthy Low Country Gumbo and Rice, a scrumptious recipe based on a classic southern gumbo. My gumbo starts as most do, with healthy aromatics celery, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Cayenne lends a spicy kick and […]

A good old Louisiana-style Cajun feast is a meal that I crave often. When the cravings strike, I make these Easy Cajun Shrimp Skewers. They have all of the flavors of the Bayou with way less fat and calories than usual. First, I heavily season some shrimp with oregano, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, basil, cayenne, […]

Crispy fish tacos are one of my favorite lunches, but what if the crunch came from a lettuce wrap instead? These healthy Asian Tilapia Lettuce Wraps are the perfect keto or low-carb fish taco because they are wrapped in romaine! First, sauté some onion, garlic, and chili pepper before adding your tilapia. Then, cook the […]

Salmon is one of the best types of fish to soak up tons of different flavors. My Best Sweet and Spicy Salmon Recipe will make your mouth water with both sweet and spicy elements to the dish! The sweetness comes from brown sugar on the outside, along with chili powder for spice. Pan-fry the salmon […]

When I was a child, my family would always take the kids to a Friday Fish Fry for all-you-can-eat battered cod. I now make my own fish fry at home with this Panko Parmesan Crusted Baked Cod recipe! Cod is a delicious and inexpensive white fish that is found in almost every supermarket. First, season […]