This pasta salad takes me back to childhood — full of fresh vegetables and the bright flavors of spring and family barbecues. It’s light enough for hot days and packed with flavor. I started with my mom’s classic pasta salad (ask Aunt Liz — she’ll vouch for it) and added extra vegetables. The essentials remain: … Read more

I love keto recipes! This Keto Low Carb Lemon Blueberry Bread satisfies cravings for baked goods while keeping you on track. If you follow a keto or low-carb plan, giving up muffins and sweet breads can be tough—this loaf brings the bright flavors of lemon and fresh blueberries without the carbs. It’s excellent with a … Read more

Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Cutlets are sliced crosswise so they stay tender and juicy without pounding, then coated for a golden, crunchy finish. Ready in about 30 minutes, they make an easy, satisfying main course. 💡Recipe Overview Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes prep, 18–22 minutes bake Cooking Method: Oven-baked Dietary Info: Ancestral; can be adapted … Read more

I crave a warm, comforting pasta bake on busy nights—but I don’t always have time for a complicated sauce. This creamy chicken mushroom rigatoni is the solution: simple to assemble, full of flavor, and it looks like you spent way more time in the kitchen than you actually did. Everything comes together in one bowl … Read more

Bacon-wrapped chicken breast is an impressive yet simple main course that’s easy to prepare. The chicken is seasoned, wrapped in strips of bacon, and brushed with a maple-lemon glaze for a balance of savory, sweet, and bright flavors. The bacon seals in juices so the meat stays tender and juicy while the exterior crisp up. … Read more

Instant Pot Lemonade is a simple, refreshing homemade lemonade recipe with perfectly balanced sweetness and bright citrus notes. This lemonade concentrate is easy to make and ideal for sipping all summer long. All you need are lemons, water, and sugar to make a bright, homemade lemonade that tastes far better than store-bought. Table of contents … Read more

This cilantro chimichurri with parsley is a bright, herb-forward sauce that works as a marinade, condiment, or dressing. Use it to finish grilled meats, spoon it over tacos, toss it with roasted vegetables, or stir a little into grains for an instant flavor boost. Why you’ll love this chimichurri recipe This version combines fresh parsley … Read more

These creamy crockpot ranch pork chops are comforting, simple weeknight food. Slow cooking lets the pork become tender while it soaks in a savory ranch-flavored sauce—an easy, family-friendly meal that’s mostly hands-off. Looking for more slow-cooker pork recipes? Try crockpot pork roast with vegetables or a pork chop casserole with rice. What you’ll love about … Read more

A delicious chocolate, banana, and raspberry cake that is grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free and Paleo. After years of trying to eat healthier each January, I learned that strict restriction often backfires — it can lead to bingeing or rewarding yourself with the very foods you were avoiding. This year my resolutions focus on steady, positive changes … Read more

Every March the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics observes National Nutrition Month to promote balanced eating and healthy lifestyles. This year the Academy invites everyone to “Bite Into A Healthy Lifestyle.” I started C it Nutritionally to cut through the noise surrounding nutrition, share evidence-based information, and post healthy recipes for fun. Blogging quickly became … Read more