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  • Apple cinnamon quick bread recipe title with picture of a loaf of apple cinnamon bread. The bread is sitting on a white plate on a wooden tabletop. Next to the plate are two fresh apples
    Desserts/Baked Goods

    Apple Cinnamon Quick Bread

    October 6, 2026 - By 

    Fall has returned once again to the southern US, and temperatures in the 90s are giving way to temperatures in the 70s. For the first time since May, we are seeing low temperatures in the 50s and even high 40s. And that means it’s time to fire up the oven and do some baking. I adore this time of year. I don’t use my oven very often during the summer months because it’s just too darn hot and heats up the house too much! So once spring fades away, my baking pans get put away until fall temperatures come in.…

  • Black bean and corn quinoa recipe blog post title with a big bowl of black bean and corn quinoa sitting on a tabletop
    Main Course - Side Dishes

    Black Bean and Corn Quinoa

    May 10, 2026 - By 

    One of the easiest main dishes I make is salsa chicken. It is such an easy recipe and tastes so good too! But sometimes I’ve struggled to come up with side dishes that I could make. I’ve wanted to use quinoa more often, but have been a little intimidated about creating more recipes that feature it. But since I want to incorporate more ingredients that are better at not spiking blood sugar, I’m revisiting quinoa! So I decided to create a black bean and corn quinoa that I can pair with my salsa chicken for a simple and healthy meal!…

  • Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bowl
    Breakfast/Brunch food

    Simple Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bowl

    April 19, 2026 - By 

    There is something comforting about starting the day with a warm, simple breakfast like this apple cinnamon oatmeal bowl. Not something complicated. Not something that takes a lot of time or energy. Just something real. In a world that often feels busy and overwhelming, even our mornings can start to feel rushed. We wake up already thinking about everything we need to do. Before we know it, we’ve skipped breakfast or grabbed something quick that doesn’t really nourish us. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Simple, whole-food meals can bring us back to what really matters—taking care of…

  • Mexican Street Corn Dip blog post title with picture of a bowl of the dip sitting on a table. Next to it are tortilla chips
    Appetizers

    Mexican Street Corn Dip

    March 29, 2026 - By 

    If you love the bold, creamy, slightly smoky flavor of Mexican street corn, you are going to adore this Mexican Street Corn Dip. It has everything that makes traditional elote so irresistible…sweet corn, tangy lime, creamy sauce, salty cheese, and just a little bit of spice. The best part? This dip takes less than 15 minutes to make, and it’s perfect for parties, game day, taco night, or just a cozy snack with a bag of tortilla chips. It’s one of those appetizers that disappears quickly once you set it on the table. What is Mexican street corn? Mexican street…

  • Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing blog post title with picture of a bowl of the chickpea salad sitting on a gray tabletop
    Salads

    Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing

    March 8, 2026 - By 

    If you’re anything like me, lunch can easily become an afterthought. We’re busy, distracted, or simply tired of complicated recipes. But sometimes the most nourishing meals are also the simplest ones. This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing is one of those meals that feels vibrant, satisfying, and full of life without requiring a lot of time or effort. This salad is built from whole food ingredients that work beautifully together: hearty chickpeas, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, fresh herbs, and a creamy lemon-tahini dressing that ties everything together. It’s colorful, nutrient-dense, and perfect for a light lunch or…

  • Air Fryer Chicken Tenders blog post with a picture of chicken tenders, stuffing and corn on a blue plate sitting on a wooden tabletop
    Air Fryer - Main Course - Recipes for One

    Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

    February 12, 2026 - By 

    I have been wanting to make more recipes for the air fryer since it cooks food more quickly than many other methods. That makes cooking from scratch more accessible for those busier days. One meal I’ve been wanting to make is air fryer chicken tenders. There’s something so comforting about a meal that feels a little nostalgic while still being quick and nourishing. These air fryer chicken tenders are exactly that…crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and made with simple pantry staples you probably already have on hand. One of my favorite things about this recipe is that…