This Healthy Spiced Pumpkin Dip is creamy and flavorful — a perfect fall dessert, appetizer, or snack. Serve it with crisp apple slices, gingersnaps, or graham crackers for an easy seasonal treat. This light and satisfying pumpkin dip comes together in minutes and uses wholesome ingredients. Unlike many pumpkin dip recipes that call for cream … Read more

Tonight’s dinner was a hit — no leftovers and my picky boyfriend gave it his official stamp of approval. This easy, flavorful pork chops with balsamic peppers recipe is adapted from a Cooking Light Magazine idea and works beautifully as a simple weeknight main. I used center-cut pork chops because tenderloins at the store were … Read more

My favorite go-to granola recipe that’s EASY to make and uses only three simple ingredients. This basic recipe is the perfect starting point — customize it with your favorite nuts, seeds, or spices to make it your own. This granola is incredibly simple and versatile. It’s ideal for topping smoothie bowls, stirring into yogurt, mixing … Read more

These Peanut Butter Granola Apple Rings are an easy, tasty snack or a playful dessert—apple slices drizzled with warm peanut butter and topped with crunchy cinnamon-pecan granola studded with mini chocolate chips. If you have a bag of apples on hand and a few pantry staples, these apple rings come together quickly and are always … Read more

Light and fluffy Cranberry-Maple Cinnamon Rolls studded with chopped pecans and cranberries, finished with a maple brown sugar glaze. Cranberry-Maple Cinnamon Rolls These cranberry-maple cinnamon rolls are a cozy, fall-inspired twist on a classic favorite. Soft, slightly sweet dough is rolled around a cinnamon, brown sugar, pecan and cranberry filling, then baked until golden and … Read more

Savor a warm bowl of Easy Chicken Noodle Soup made from simple, wholesome ingredients. Tender chicken, hearty vegetables and a savory broth come together for a comforting, nourishing meal that’s perfect for chilly nights or when you need a little extra comfort. This homemade chicken noodle soup is a classic for good reason. It uses … Read more

Bright, tropical pineapple salsa made with fresh ingredients and served with the best homemade cinnamon pita chips — an ideal summer appetizer! This pineapple salsa is vibrant, juicy, and easy to make. Sweet pineapple combined with crisp red bell pepper, a touch of red onion, chopped jalapeño for heat, fresh cilantro and bright lime juice … Read more

Delicious Peanut Butter Trail Mix Balls ready in about 15 minutes with just a handful of simple ingredients. A perfect grab-and-go snack for kids, lunchboxes, or after-school treats—no baking required! If you love the sweet-and-salty combo, these bite-sized Peanut Butter Trail Mix Balls will become a favorite. They’re soft, chewy, and poppable—easy to store in … Read more

Happy first day of September! I hope you’re having a wonderful week. Between packing, errands, workouts and last-minute shopping, I’ve still managed to spend some time in the kitchen before heading off to Smith Mountain Lake—my final little summer escape. These Cranberry-Oatmeal Bars were made as a request from Shoshana of Shosh and the City, … Read more

This Butternut Squash and Arugula Salad is an ideal way to welcome fall: leafy arugula, roasted butternut squash, protein-rich cannellini beans, sweet corn, red onion and fresh basil, all tossed in a rich balsamic vinaigrette. Even after a long weekend of Labor Day cookouts, I tried to keep things healthy—though I’ll admit there were a … Read more