FavoritePinShare This Beef Barley Soup is an easy, hearty dinner idea that is loaded with tender chunks of beef, barley and vegetables. It’s a healthy meal that is perfect for making ahead for a busy week! With fall coming and school back in session (or getting close!), we’re loving all the cozy, healthy soups! If you are too, you might enjoy this Crockpot Taco Soup, this Creamy Chicken Broccoli Soup or this Egg Drop Soup!...

FavoritePinShare Apple pie cupcakes are a twist on a classic dessert! They are moist, delicious and with fresh apple pie filling in the middle, they give you JUST the right amount of texture! I love a good cupcake and one that is based on my favorite, apple pie… Well… That means it’s going straight to the top of the list! If you love a good cupcake as I do, then try these Banana, Chocolate, and these delicious Angel Food Cupcakes....

What is your favorite easy-to-make, relatively healthy and lip-smacking delicious dish? For me it would be a bone-in chicken breast served over a bed of Italian pasta, sprinkled with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, a touch of basil infused olive oil and a dash of balsamic vinegar. It’s a winner every time. I will pick a bone-in chicken breast over a skinless, boneless breast eight times out of ten. The reason is simple – it tastes better....

FavoritePinShare Beef Bourguignon is a French classic made with melt in your mouth beef, mushrooms, carrots, and red wine and is cooked to perfection in the most delicious rich sauce. A hearty and comforting meal that you will make again and again! After my Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon went crazy viral, I knew that I wanted to show you how to make it on the stove and in the oven. If you are looking for more hearty beef stew recipes, be sure to also try Beef Stew with Bacon, Vegetable Beef Soup, or this Slow Cooker Beef Stew....

FavoritePinShare A quick and easy blackberry lime smoothie full of antioxidants and vitamins that your body needs! I make a green smoothie almost every single day. As a busy and active mom, it is almost impossible to get in all of the fruits and veggies that my body is needing. We recently started a nutrition challenge at our gym and it required to get all 3 servings of veggies in. This is why green smoothies are my BFF....

FavoritePinShare A delicious and moist lemon sponge cake that is bursting with fresh blueberries on top! One of the best cakes that I have ever had! The hubby and I just returned home from a fabulous cruise. We were celebrating my 30th birthday! My mom was amazing and watched all of the kiddos so that we could go and have an enjoyable time. It was so nice and relaxing. It is amazing how long you can take a nap uninterrupted....

FavoritePinShare Breakfast Sausage Avocado Burritos are loaded with sausage, eggs, tomato, and rice and drizzled in a sriracha mayo dressing. These will become a new favorite breakfast that will blow your tastebuds away! I made you a new breakfast recipe that you have got to try. Seriously these breakfast sausage avocado burritos are going to become your new BFF. They are going to take your boring breakfast routine to the next level and make your tastebuds do a happy dance....

Like classic broccoli salad and loaded cauliflower salad, this hearty broccoli cauliflower salad recipe is great for parties, picnics, and potlucks. It can easily be made ahead of time and holds up well — it’s actually even better after a few hours or overnight. I originally made this broccoli cauliflower bacon salad for a Christmas party, as the colors happen to be festive red and green. It’s equally perfect with juicy burgers in the summertime, though....

FavoritePinShare Butter Garlic Herb Steak Foil Packets have melted in your mouth beef with hearty veggies that are grilled to perfection with butter that has garlic and herbs inside. This is one amazing meal that you don’t want to miss out on! Delicious and filling, streak and veggies are always a go-to in our house and this recipe is no exception because it is tasty AND easy! If you love steak, try this Philly cheesesteak, air fryer steak, or prime rib!...

They’re perfect in muffins, quick bread, scones, stirred into yogurt, or thrown on top of your morning oatmeal. However, store-bought frozen cranberries can be quite expensive, while fresh ones only go on sale for a brief span of time. That’s why I make it a point to stock up on whenever I see them go on sale. But as much as I love these tasty berries, I can’t consume them all in one go....

FavoritePinShare All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household. Read More Posts by Alyssa facebook twitter pinterest instagram Comment * Name * Email * Website Δ Insanely Delicious Prime Rib Recipe Quick 45 Minute Cinnamon Rolls Slow Cooker Chicken and Mushroom Stroganoff

If you’re new to keto, there’s tough news to know: Some fruit works with this way of eating… but not all fruits. So when it comes to cantaloupe, is cantaloupe keto? Let’s take a close look at carbs in cantaloupe, plus ways you can get the flavor of cantaloupe on keto. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy....

Veggies are a staple in many keto diets, but not all vegetables are low enough in carbs to make the cut. Where does kale stand on the spectrum? Is kale keto approved, or are the carbs in kale just too high? We’ll go over the answers here, including macros, nutrients, and low carb recipes for this popular veggie. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy....

Carne Alla Pizzaiola, made with tender slices of steak and cooked in one pan with a flavorful, rich tomato sauce, is a delicious beef dinner your family will love! Ready in under 1 hour, this steak pizzaiola recipe uses simple ingredients and is so filling. Steak Pizzaiola Recipe One of my favorite steak dinners to serve my family is this richly flavorful Carne alla Pizzaiola. It’s made with tender, perfectly cooked slices of steak, and a rich, flavor-packed tomato sauce!...

FavoritePinShare Crack chicken casserole is creamy, cheesy, bacon-filled goodness that your family is going to want on repeat. It’s the perfect comfort food and ready in 30 minutes! Crack chicken is just too good. You can’t go wrong with juicy chicken in a creamy ranch sauce, smothered in melted cheese. You can make it in the slow cooker as well as in dip form! Crack chicken dip is a must-make for any party or get-together....

When you’re looking for an easy breakfast or an afternoon snack, it’s hard to go past this Chia Banana Smoothie. Filled with budget-friendly and healthy ingredients that will keep you full for hours. It’s perfect for when you’re wanting something sweet, as it tastes just like a thick and creamy chia shake. You’ll be craving this delicious banana yogurt smoothie all summer long. I know one bug bear people have with smoothies is having to wash up the blender jug....

FavoritePinShare Get ready cookie dough lovers! This chocolate chip cookie dough dip is made for you. Now, you can combine your favorite cookie dough taste with pretzels, fruits, and other cookies making this the best dip you’ve ever had! Isn’t dip the absolute best? There are so many different kinds that you can try, and they go with everything! You must try this fantastic cannoli dip this sweet fruit dip, and this perfect toffee apple dip....

And if you love baking beautiful cakes, you should also check out this Raspberry Naked Cake and this Black Forest Cake. I’m feeling so guilty! I am posting yet another carrot cake recipe when my Brazilian Carrot Cake is one of the most popular recipes on this site. Is that cheating? Am I a traitor? The thing is… if you make me choose between both carrot cakes, I think I would choose this one....

Cornbread is a country-style delight that features fluffy insides, perfect crumbs, and overall buttery goodness. Whenever I need a quick, not-too-sweet fix, Cracker Barrel is my go-to place for heavenly and aromatic corn muffins. I fell in love the first time I had them, and then the second time around when I discovered this Cracker Barrel cornbread recipe! Done in 30 minutes or less, you can recreate the famous corn muffins of Cracker Barrel and devour this quick dish without the long drive....

This copycat version is easy, delicious, and a crowd-pleaser that feeds the whole family at a fraction of the price. Plus, the leftovers are just as good the next day. But fair warning – with this recipe, it might not last long. Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Meatloaf often gets a bad rap. Especially if you’ve ever had the “mystery meat” that’s often served in school cafeterias. But when you make it with love (and a few simple tips), this classic meal quickly becomes a comfort food family favorite....