Cobb salad is a quick, easy and healthy option for dinner. I have to admit my husband isn’t the biggest fan of salad for dinner so we try and make our Cobb salads full of all kinds of goodies. Here’s what we typically put on ours: avocados, hard boiled eggs, crispy bacon, sliced tomatoes and… Read More >>
I love it when summer rolls around because I get to make one of my favorite desserts: Summertime jello and fruit, which is completely sugar free. It’s one of my attempts to eat healthier, and enjoy a jar of goodness!You can simply use any molded pan, or any size mason jar you like, and just… Read More >>
I can never get tired of making or eating Mexican food. It’s definitely a trend in my house, and makes it easier for me to prepare food throughout the week. When I don’t feel like wrapping my hands on a burrito, or a taco, I opt for a Turkey Taco Salad instead. Plus, it’s easy… Read More >>
I love inspirational quotes. I particularly like this one from Ellen Phillips. This quote means more to me now that I love where we live. Everyday is peaceful. Our home just feels good. “Home is a place to be. A place where we can most truly be ourselves.” Read More >>
Want to lose a few pounds before the weekend? Ever wonder why celebrities look so fabulous at every red carpet event? Many often-photographed, famous folks use cleanses to help them look thinner for upcoming events. Well, I’ve got a better, healthier, simpler way! Just eat clean! That’s right, eat clean. What does that mean? It… Read More >>
Talk about great flavor, and moist chicken and beef. Grilled kabobs are great when you want something fresh and who doesn’t love grilled vegetables with it. This is an easy and quick recipe you can go to even in the winter time if you have a stove top grill. What I like most about it… Read More >>
Ready for another quick dinner recipe? Try this bacon wrapped pork dinner that is quite savory, and will leave you wanting more. There you have it! A quick and easy dinner for the whole family! Serve it with grilled vegetables, and mashed potatoes to complete the dish! You can even add a fresh salad,… Read More >>
If you are looking for a mild form of exercise that increases your strength and flexibility, look no further. The benefits of yoga include a low-impact fitness and provide a constant relaxing element in your life. Millions of people rely on yoga, and it is popular for a reason. It has been practiced for more… Read More >>
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We are excited to have Justin Case Ollinger share with us one of his best dishes-Cedar Plank Salmon! If you have never cooked salmon on a cedar plank before, I suggest you start now. It’s probably one of the best ways to prepare this dish, and the taste is amazing. This dinner is quite possibly… Read More >>
