Ah, the refined coconut oil vs. unrefined coconut oil battle. But of course unrefined is always better, right? Well, not always… Let’s talk about the reasons why I use refined coconut oil (and so should you!). One of the biggest misconceptions I see in the health world is that unrefined automatically equals better. This…
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Homemade Mac and Cheese {Creamy Stovetop Recipe}
This creamy mac and cheese recipe hits the spot in so many ways. It’s easy to make and all done on the stovetop (fewer dishes to clean!). And this homemade mac and cheese is completely, absolutely, to-die-for creamy. When I was little, we ate a lot of boxed macaroni and cheese. Not the healthiest option for…
The Best Old-Fashioned Soft Molasses Cookie Recipe EVER
These old-fashioned molasses cookies are rich and buttery, with just the right amount of warming ginger spice. Perfectly paired with a tall glass of cold milk or some fresh apple cider. I’ve loved big, chewy, soft molasses cookies since I was a little girl. It was always a special day when Mom let me help…
Easy Garlic Butter Recipe
My family is in love with this Easy Garlic Butter Recipe. Not only is it tasty, it only uses three simple ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen already. Last week at the store, I found a great sale price on quarts of whipping cream. Making homemade butter and flavored butters has been on…
Easy Yum Yum Sauce Recipe
Make this Easy Yum Yum Sauce recipe at home in about five minutes and then enjoy a delicious sauce that tastes even better than the yum yum sauce from your favorite Japanese hibachi restaurant. If you’ve been to a Japanese hibachi restaurant, then you’ve probably had yum yum sauce. And if you haven’t had it,…
The BEST Coffee Smoothie: Boost Your Metabolism w/ My Secret Recipe
This coffee smoothie recipe is absolutely delicious. It’s high in protein, boosts metabolism, helps your skin, hair, and nails; and it is the perfect filling breakfast (all on its own!). The only good habit is an easy habit. That’s my motto and I’m sticking to it. No, it’s not sexy. No, it’s not what all…
100+ Healthy Instant Pot Recipes {Breakfast, Soup, Dessert + More}
Let’s face it: the Instant Pot just makes healthy cooking easier. And I’m all about easy, automatic changes. So here is a collection of my favorite healthy Instant Pot recipes, from breakfast to side dishes to dessert and more. PS: My favorite 6-quart Instant Pot is on SALE right now for a really good price….
How to Make Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix (Gluten-Free + w/ Turmeric!)
I believe in loving your food. Filling it to the brim with flavor. And for me, that meant mastering how to make taco seasoning mix at home from scratch. So that’s what I’ll share with you today. Why I Make My Own DIY Taco Seasoning Mix Like most people, my path to finding a homemade…
83 Healthy Popsicle Recipes (Creamsicles, Chocolate Popsicles and More!)
Who’s ready for some healthy popsicle recipes? I know it’s close to the end of summer, but here in South Carolina, let’s face it: summer doesn’t really end till November anyway. So there is plenty of time left here to enjoy some healthy popsicles – the DIY way. Whether you’re trying to find a new…
37 Matcha Green Tea Recipes
We’ve been gathering a list of some fun matcha recipes so you can pick and choose which way to enjoy your matcha! All of these matcha green tea recipes harness its unique benefits — whether it’s in the form of tea, smoothies, lattes, or even cookies! Matcha green tea recipes fit the bill perfectly today, don’t…
