Now that Michigan weather has broke into the mid-thirties and forties, the snow has melted off my porch and I can FINALLY access my grill! Can I get an AMEN?!?! Grilling is one of my favorite ways to cook food because it's fast AND super healthy when done right! Today’s recipe … [Read more...]
Chunky Monkey Smoothie
There’s only one reason I do not buy Ben and Jerry’s ice cream: I can eat a whole pint in one sitting! And I won’t share. Lucky for my sweet tooth I had a craving for Chunky Monkey ice cream and decided to recreate the flavors in a lower-calorie laden chunky monkey smoothie. It’s … [Read more...]
Lemon Orzo with Asparagus
The freshness of lemon and in-season asparagus make this lemon orzo with asparagus the perfect side dish for spring or summer! Lemon orzo with asparagus encompasses everything I love about the spring season. The brightness of the lemon zest and the crunch of the asparagus … [Read more...]
Panko-Crusted Chicken Nuggets
Traditional chicken nuggets get a makeover with this homemade panko-crusted breading for an extra crispy, cheesy texture.Earlier this week on Facebook I confessed I do not want my kids to be “nugget kids.” This isn’t entirely the truth. What I do not want is my kids to … [Read more...]
Yogurt-Dipped Banana Bites
Yogurt-dipped banana bites make the perfect afternoon snack or post-meal dessert. They are also kid and figure-friendly!Ted and I spent over an hour grocery shopping this past weekend. What we thought was going to be a quick trip [list and all] turned out to be a long … [Read more...]






