Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

  Fall is probably my favorite time of year. After a long, hot summer, the cooler weather such a welcome change. I live in Southern California, so we don’t get to experience fall like the rest of the country does but what I do get to experience is just as...

Easy Crock Pot Chicken

  Are you looking for a warm, delicious meal but you don’t have time to cook in the evening when you get home? I’ve got the recipe for you! This is super easy and so quick to throw together. I adapted this recipe from 100 Days of Real Food (you can check it out...

Hydrating Lemonade

  What’s a refreshing way to cool down on a hot summer day? With some delicious lemonade, of course. 😉 My husband usually makes the lemonade at my house. You know the kind. Lemons and sugar (lots of it). Fortunately, we don’t have the highly processed...

Creamy Potato Leek Soup

    What’s not to like about soup? It’s always a favorite at my house, and this one is enjoyed all year around. I first made this soup last year when leeks arrived with my CSA box (community supported agriculture box full of locally grown fruits and...

Quick, Healthy 3-Bean Chili

  There’s nothing more satisfying than a big bowl of hearty chili, and this recipe is quick, easy and healthy. It’s perfect for the cooler months and great to take to a potluck (Superbowl?!?).  It’s definitely a favorite with my family! Because...