When it comes to lunches - there are some must have supplies to get the job done! Today I've compiled a list of items that will make your lunch packing quick and easy. The image below is clickable - so if you're interested in one of these items it will take you to the amazon listing with all the details. Now that most everyone has started school, or is about to - it's time to talk school lunch! I grew up eating hot school lunch and I loved it! But school lunch just isn't what it used to ...
8 School Lunch Box Must Haves
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad
If you like a chopped bbq chicken salad from restaurants like CPK or Panera, you are going to love this easy and fast recipe. There is no cooking involved, and this meal can be thrown together in about 15 minutes. So skip the restaurant and stay in. Copy Cat CPK BBQ Chicken Salad During my college years a dear friend of mine introduced me to the BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad while we were dining at California Pizza Kitchen. I was instantly addicted! Time and time again I went back for this ...
Wedge Salad and Blue Cheese Dressing
Blue cheese, you love it or you don't! (or so you think...) I was a blue cheese hater UNTIL I had it done right and became a lover. I truly believe anyone would be obsessed with it if they really had it made like I did. I've tried, tasted, tested and now have the perfect blue cheese dressing! Drench your wedge salad, dip your wings OR even your burger. How to make wedge salad and blue cheese dressing Blue Cheese Dressing Making blue cheese dressing is really simple. My best advice ...
Santa Maria Tri-Tip
Santa Maria Tri-Tip? Think thick crispy, salty, smokey crust, tender & juicy inside, and basically the best tri-tip you'll have in your life. For reals. You'll never believe how easy this is AND how show stopping. The Seasoned Santa Maria Tri-Tip Crust This is why the Santa Maria Tri-tip is famous. It has a deep flavorful, salty crust so when you bite into this meat you're biting into everything! Crispy salt, savory tender meat and a burst of flavor in your mouth. Making sure you get ...
Fresh & Lean Family Dinners - A Two Week Summer Meal Plan
We are SO EXCITED to launch our Fresh & Lean Family Dinners summer meal plan today! Summertime eating is a favorite of mine. Who doesn't love all of the fresh produce and outdoor grilling during this season? Our summer meal plan showcases all of those delicious summer foods. Why Meal Plan? Meal planning helps keep your grocery bill within budget. (It also keeps me from eating out!) Meal planning helps you eat healthier. Meal planning eases the "whats for dinner?" ...
11 Recipes for a Delicious 4th of July
4th of July is one of my favorite holidays. I love the tradition, the friends and family, and the food. We do all of this because we LOVE this country. There is no better place in the world and I am grateful for those who have fought and given their lives so we can have a rich and full life. These 4th of July recipes are made to be delicious, but also to create memories and tradition. We have everything from main dishes, to sides and desserts, and even drinks. So dig in! Main ...
Crispy Sweet Potatoes & Dipping Sauce
If you follow us on instagram you'll know I'm completely addicted to these crispy sweet potatoes & dipping sauce. A good friend made them for us at dinner a few months ago and I can't stop (wont stop) eating them. It's a healthy, seriously tasty snack, side or any meal. I've been making these in the oven- until recently I received an air fryer oven and tried them out in there. SOLD! It cooks them in half the time to a crispy tender perfection. What is an Air Fryer? If you really ...
Everything you need to know about an air fryer
One of the new hot products out there now is the Electric Air Fryer. We have received so many questions and comments about this new appliance that knew it was something we needed to review! After owning an air fryer for a while we're ready to tell you everything you need to know about an air fryer. WHAT IS AN AIR FRYER? An air fryer is basically a mini convection oven. Because it is such a small space the air is able to get HOT VERY FAST, it circulates around the food and cooks it quickly, ...
Everything you need to know about an Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker
This spring I taught an instant pot class for Pinner's conference in San Diego. It was so much fun and had so much information and recipes I thought- why don't I have all this written down somewhere for others to access? I'm finally, now, getting around to writing everything you need to know about an Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker. Feel free to leave some of your own tips in the comments! Here is a link to all our instant pot / pressure cooker recipes. Instant Pot brand worth it? We get ...
Lemon Herb Tilapia
Fresh, bright, light...oh so yummy. That's how I would describe this lemon herb tilapia dinner. I've said it before, and I'll say it again - if you aren't a seafood fan you need to try tilapia. It is so mild and so easy to prepare. You'll be converted! Simple But Delicious The ingredients are so simple. Here's the basics: tilapia garlic dill parsley lemon shallot A Quick Meal! I started out this recipe with a shallot, some dills, some parsley, and some ...
Easy Spinach Dip
Several years ago I was at a craft night. A friend brought this spinach dip and I could not get enough. It was simple, flavorful, and yummy. I asked her for the recipe and it is seriously a cinch! Minimal ingredients, but lots of flavor! Favorite Dips Dips are one of my favorite treats. They make eating veggies so darn delicious! If you haven't already check out our taco dip or pesto hummus. Seriously so good! How To Make Easy Spinach Dip The ingredients are simple: ...
Sausage and Parmesan Quick Frittata Recipe
If you are in a breakfast rut, or trying to eat a little healthier and lean in the mornings you have to try frittata!! I love them because they are lean, cook quickly and also easy to change up! This is a family favorite sausage and parmesan frittata, however you can add or take away different ingredients as you please! This makes for a especially special mothers day brunch meal. What is a frittata? A frittata is basically baked eggs. Yes, very similar to quiche but sans the bread ...
Individual German Pancakes
Sunday mornings we can't seem to crave anything but German pancakes. Even my picky boys beg for them! But when you wake up starving you dont want to wait 30-40 minutes for breakfast to bake! So one extremely impatient morning I tried the out in a muffin pan and they worked beautifully! individual german pancakes recipe comes out so hot and fluffy it's perfect for any breakfast or brunch. How to make this individual german pancake recipe 1.The Pan. You can use either ramekins or a muffin ...
Best Scrambled Eggs Recipe
Many people have told me that I make the best scrambled eggs recipe. Recently my husband was making himself a scrambled egg sandwich and asked me how I make my eggs taste so good. I had never really thought about my eggs being any different than your standard run of the mill scrambled eggs. How Are These Eggs Better? So - I asked my husband what was different about MY eggs vs other people's eggs. He said that they were simple and most importantly they were the perfect consistency. Not ...
Southwest Turkey Burrito
Sometimes it's nice to have an easy, quick, foolproof meal to whip up. This southwest turkey burrito is just that! Simple ingredients that pack a big punch. Simple Ingredients For the Filling You'll Need: onion garlic ground turkey a can of black beans a can of corn a can of rotel and a few seasonings Perfect For Meal Prep I don't know about you - but I do so much better at lunch time if I have something prepped and ready to go. Even if I'm out and ...
Garlic Parmesan Fries
Homemade fries are one of our favorite quick weeknight sides we turn too. Throw some delicious meat in the instant pot and bake up some fries. We love all varieties like these cheesy potato fries and sweet potato fries. However, these garlic parmesan fries often take the cake! How to make garlic parmesan fries Here are some tips to making garlic parmesan fries POTATOES: Leave the skin on the potatoes for extra crispiness. Also choose potatoes that are shorter they make the perfect ...
Instant Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches
Want a simple dinner with only 3 ingredients? Instant Pot Italian beef sandwiches. Or some may call, Pepperoncini Beef. Literally all you need is a good beef roast and a bottle of pepperoncinis. I personally like to add in an onion (and so do our commenters!) Top it on a nice crusty bread roll and its perfect. If you're from the west you'll likely also top it with cheese but understand that is NOT how the Italians do it haha. How to make Instant Pot Italian beef sandwiches You can make ...
Kids Peanut Butter Cup Protein Shake
I don't know about you, but whenever I make up a protein shake for myself, by kids beg and beg until I pour some of mine into a cup for them. So - when Kidzshake reached out to use and asked if we wanted to do an Instagram post with them I jumped at the chance! Today we are making a shake JUST for the kiddos - this kids peanut butter cup protein shake is going to rock their world. Simple and Delicious My husband makes a protein shake really similar to this that my kids adore, so I'm ...
Coconut Strawberry Smoothie
Kadee and I tried this coconut strawberry smoothie last month when we were walking around expo west. When we tried it we both exclaimed how delicious it was and asked how the lady made it. We couldn't believe how simple it was. 3 ingredients. This coconut strawberry smoothie post is sponsored by bare. While product has been offered all opinions are our own. We sincerely are addicted to their products! Coconut Strawberry Smoothie - Simple Clean Ingredients coconut milk frozen ...
Drunken Noodles / Pad Kee Mao
These drunken noodles ruined me in high school, RUINED me. Pad Kee Mao is one of those dishes I crave, and I crave it even though I am thousands of miles away from the dang thai restaurant. I have found that no two thai resturants make them the same. Our favorite thai place where I live now make Pad Kee Mao that comes pretty close but to the original but if I want it perfect I just have to make them myself. It's a good thing these drunken noodles are so easy. One of the best things about ...