Save money and make your favorite peanut butter chocolate chip protein bar at home. This Copycat Perfect Bar Recipe is dairy- and egg-free yet packed with flavor and protein. Many will prefer this homemade version to the store-bought bars. Making a favorite store-bought item at home is rewarding and budget-friendly. You control ingredients, flavor and … Read more

Getting a flavorful weeknight dinner on the table is fast and simple with this Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner. Tender chicken and colorful vegetables are tossed in a bright Mediterranean marinade, baked quickly, and finished with a tangy creamy feta-yogurt sauce. It’s easy, family-friendly, and perfect for repeating all week long. If you enjoy simple, … Read more

These irresistibly soft and chewy Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are ideal when a cookie craving hits. They take about 15 minutes to prepare and are packed with toasted pecans and plenty of chocolate chips. Expect a new family-favorite cookie you’ll come back to again and again. Few things beat freshly baked, homemade chocolate chip cookies. … Read more

Whole Wheat Carrot Cake Waffles will turn your breakfast into a wholesome and delicious meal. Simple and delicious with just the right amount of cinnamon, carrot and more. These past weeks have felt like a long season. The last six weeks stretched in a way that made each day feel heavy, and I’m so relieved … Read more

This simple and delicious Instant Pot spaghetti is an easy, family-friendly weeknight dinner. This version uses ground turkey so there’s no need to drain excess grease, and thin spaghetti for the quickest cook time. Use your favorite marinara for the best flavor. We can’t get enough pasta — this Instant Pot turkey spaghetti has become … Read more

Pumpkin is more than pie and lattes—try it in this easy Pumpkin Quinoa Chili. It’s packed with vegetables, beans, and quinoa for extra protein, lightly spiced, and on the table in about 30 minutes. This vegetarian chili is hearty, freezer-friendly, and simple to adapt if you prefer meat. There’s nothing like a warm bowl of … Read more

This is the easiest Creamy One Pot Pasta you will ever make. Prep takes under 10 minutes and the whole dish is ready in about 30 minutes—just add everything to a pot, stir, and let it cook. It’s a quick, comforting dinner with a rich, parmesan cream sauce. If you like pasta but prefer minimal … Read more

These Mixed Berry Oat Bars are a perfectly crumbly treat—loaded with berries, oats, a hint of cinnamon, and only about 10 minutes of prep. They work as a dessert or a special brunch item everyone will love. This recipe was originally published June 2016 and updated March 2023. Mixed Berry Oat Bars are ideal for … Read more

Everyone’s favorite kid-friendly treat with a festive twist—this Halloween Oreo Dirt Cake is an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert for holiday parties. Make it in individual cups or one large dish. Ready in about 15–20 minutes and delightfully spooky! I may not be the biggest Halloween fan, but I’m a huge Oreo lover. This Halloween Oreo Dirt … Read more

A simple weeknight dinner featuring crispy, browned ground pork and a bright, tangy pineapple salsa, these Ground Pork Tacos come together quickly and deliver big flavor. Ready in about 20–25 minutes, they’re an easy, delicious option for taco night. This post is sponsored by the Ohio Pork Council; opinions are my own. Thank you for … Read more