I know what you're thinking...."Make my own ketchup? Is she nuts?! Who has time for that!" Follow me here for a moment. I am not a ketchup lover. I don't even dip my fries in ketchup (I know, I hear it's a crime). I'm just not a big sauce kid. However, this homemade ketchup from Jay's Baking Me Crazy rocked my world. Call me a convert. I'm now making regular batches of this goodness and ...
Pantry Staples
All-Natural Electrolyte Sports Drink
As former high school superstar athletes, we take our health very seriously (almost as seriously as Ellen's cheerleading glamour shot)... ...meaning we're conscious of not only what we put in our bodies, but making sure we stay in shape as well. We love nothing more than a good sweat sesh, and if you're like us, sometimes water just doesn't cut it after you've busted your butt in a 6am ...
Double Chocolate Banana Bread
Often times, the best gifts are often the easiest and most thoughtful. This double chocolate banana bread is an inexpensive and quick gift to bring to your host, your neighbors or your office for any occasion. My Double Chocolate Banana Bread is a waste not, want not way to get rid of those yucky brown bananas and using ingredients that most likely are already in your pantry. I often whip ...
Southern Living’s White Chocolate-Dipped Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies
In my experience, sometimes baking is best left to the pro's, and who better to turn to than Southern Living? I have so many of their cookbooks and credit them with much of my culinary education over the years. A few years back, my mother gifted me with the 2010 Southern Living Ultimate Christmas Cookbook that is filled with everything you could need to be the perfect holiday host (or guest!). ...
Lemon Rosemary Shortbread Cookies
Thanksgiving has passed, and December is upon us, bringing chilly temps and holiday cheer. It's the season of cookie swaps and baked goods galore! Mom and I made these cookies together last December and loved how light and crisp they are. The lemon and rosemary flavors lend themselves well to any season, but I chose to use these snowflake cookie cutters for a festive look. You can add the ...
Wild Rice with Pecans + Craisins
Fall reminds me of warm, hearty dishes shared around the table with family. Sounds cheesy, (I know) but this recipe encapsulates all those fall feelings. Serve it up as a side for a casual dinner with a friend or serve at your Thanksgiving table! This recipe is super versatile, and the best news of all? It only requires three ingredients! ...
Whole30 Pumpkin Spice Latte (Dairy-Free, Paleo)
Dairy-Free and Whole30-Approved. This pumpkin spice latte uses real pumpkin puree, almond milk, and coconut milk for the perfect fall drink! Cue angels singing. We have a dairy-free, Whole30-approved, paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte!! I'm not sure I've ever been so excited to share a recipe on the blog with you. This is fall comfort in a mug. Unlike the #PSL from Starbucks, this mug contains ...
Fast + Easy Tomato Basil Pasta
When we hear the words "fast" and "easy" in the same recipe title - you can all but guarantee that we will be giving it a try. Serious Eats' Fast and Easy Pasta With Blistered Cherry Tomato Sauce Recipe delivered as advertised. Whether you're looking to use up some leftover pasta, tomatoes, or basil - or whip up a quick dinner after work - this recipe is certainly one to hang on to. If you ...
Whole30 Avocado Deviled Eggs
Creamy, flavorful deviled eggs with NO mayo!! You can feel great about bringing these to a party or a tailgate this weekend. If you're an avocado queen like me, you probably already have the 5 ingredients you need to make this recipe tonight. If you've checked out many of our other recipes, you might have noticed that I'm a big fan of smoked paprika. I like to throw dashes of it in my ...
Root Vegetable Latkes (Whole30 + Paleo)
Beets, carrots, & sweet potatoes. A match made in heaven. I could seriously eat these latkes for every meal. I’m a big root veggie fan, and I love roasting big sheet pans of veggies in the oven throughout the fall, winter, and spring. Recently I had a leftover beet and some extra carrots in the fridge, and decided to try my favorite flavors in latke form. The hardest part of this ...
