There's more than one way to enjoy my Whole Chicken in a Crockpot so I'm sharing 15 recipes that incorporate that recipe for you to enjoy.
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Healthy Lifestyle Posts
25 Easy Dinner Ideas for “What’s for dinner?”
No need to ask "what should we have for dinner" anymore. I'm sharing 25 easy and healthy ideas that the whole family will enjoy.
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How I Organize My Fridge (and why you should, too!)
It's the perfect time of the year to start organizing your kitchen, including the refrigerator. Creating a system has so many great benefits.
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Big Announcement: New Book on the Way!!
I have a new Meal Planner Workbook coming out in December that you won't want to miss! It includes 52 weeks of planning materials plus 20 one-dish recipes.
How to Have Structure This School Year
Now more than ever, we need structure for our little ones (and ourselves!). Our "Real Lunches, Real Easy" packed lunch meal plans are back to help you.
Another 14-Day Meal Plan (only shop once!)
While we're still facing uncertainties every where, I'm sharing my 14-day meal plan for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks that works with just one shopping trip.
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My 14-Day Meal Plan (only shop once!)
With so much uncertainty going on, I'm sharing my 14-day meal plan for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks that works with just one shopping trip.
My Emergency Food Supply
Here's how (and valid the reasons why) I'm stocking up my emergency food supply due to the coronavirus pandemic. And no, I'm not panicking!
Daddy Daughter Cooking Date Night
I'm sharing a fun daddy-daughter cooking date night idea that is made easy with Blue Apron. This is the perfect way to get the whole family cooking together.
The Best Real Food Freezer Meals to Save You Money
See why we agree that freezer meals can save you money and time. Included are 6 real food meals you can quickly and easily freeze for dinner later.
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How One Mom Healed Her Son’s Eczema (Naturally!)
Our guest post from Jennifer Roberge, from The Eczema Company, shares her story and natural remedies that healed her son's eczema.
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How to Make Your Own Hand Cleansing Wipes
Make your own hand cleansing wipes with this simple DIY tutorial from the founder of Handzies, perfect for on-the-go when there's no soap or water in sight!
Real Food at a Gas Station? (4 Unexpected Places!)
Healthier food options keep popping up in places other than just grocery stores. See what unexpected places we discovered offering better options.
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Life as an Organic Chicken Farmer
My interview with Elsie Cline about her family's life as organic chicken farmers (for SVO Farmer Focus) on their Pine Grove Farm in Bridgewater, VA.
Surprising Facts about Stonyfield
Every wonder where your Stonyfield organic yogurt comes from? I took a trip to Vermont and toured the farm to get you all the details!
How To Use a Diffuser with Essential Oils (and why?)
I'm excited to share a safer way to fill my home with natural scents, using Plant Therapy essential oils and their new NovaFuse diffuser.
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How to Make Homemade Bath Salts (in 10 minutes!)
Just in time for the holidays, these homemade bath salts are easy and fun to make. Relax with the scent of natural essential oils.
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6 New Real Food Products Coming Soon
Get excited about these 6 new real food products that will be coming soon! Products include burgers, chocolate, dried fruit and more.
A Soothing (Natural) Relief for Eczema
We've partnered with YoRo Naturals, from The Eczema Company, to show you their newest clothing that provides relief for eczema—a must try solution.
My 8 Favorite Kitchen Organization Ideas (practical gift ideas!)
It's time to declutter and get organized with my top kitchen organization ideas. Find out my golden rule and how we manage dishwasher chores, too!
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The Natural Deodorant We Use
Do your pits a favor and try out a natural deodorant that actually works—and is good for the environment! Plus, a special Primal Pit Paste's offer.
How to Make Homemade Natural Candles (a fun project & gift idea!)
The best gifts are those that are homemade! Learn how to make these DIY natural candles, using Plant Therapy oils, that look and smell great.
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How To Smoke Your Thanksgiving Turkey
My husband has been smoking our Thanksgiving Turkey for the last few years, and it’s so deeelicious! Not only did everyone enjoy it on Thanksgiving day, but the leftovers were SO much better than a traditional oven-roasted turkey. It’s perfect for soups, such as gumbo or turkey noodle, or just by itself—not a piece of it …
Food Sensitivities vs. Food Allergies (and how EverlyWell can help)
Determining a food sensitivity can change your life. EverlyWell makes it easy to figure out which foods are causing you issues from the comfort of your home.
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Our Back to School (Lunch) Routine
I'm sharing my daily lunch packing process that helps keep the school week mostly stress-free in the mornings. I've included helpful tips and lunch ideas.
Some Blogs You Might Like!
Meet the great group of bloggers, friends, and "Cookbook Ambassadors" that helped me spread the word about my newly released cookbook (#3!)
Sick in Summer? Tips for Staying Healthy and Recovering Quickly
Learn the top 5 summer sickness triggers from guest author Dr. Sheila Kilbane, MD.
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8 Reasons You Need My New “ON A BUDGET” Cookbook!
I've gotta new cookbook coming out in less than a month (August 14th - eeek!), and the theme of this cookbook (my third one!) is ON A BUDGET.
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5 Ways to Use a Baking Rack (in a Tiny House!)
Besides cooling cookies, how else can you use a baking rack? Read on to learn 5 ways to use your baking rack in the kitchen!
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How to eat HEALTHY on a cruise
Want to learn how to eat healthy on a cruise? In this post, I share what I learned about eating real food while on a family cruise earlier this month.
5 New Real Food Products to Look For
It's refreshing to find real food products true to their roots, delivering solid clean nutrition. Here are some I found at Natural Products Expo West.
14 Items Cheaper at Thrive Market vs. the Grocery Store
Here are 14 products you can buy on the Thrive Market website for less money than you'd spend in the grocery store. Give it a try!
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Filtered Water is Easy with Primo®
Resolving to be healthier in 2018? Switch to clean, great-tasting Primo® water. It’s filtered to remove pollutants that even the popular-brand filters miss.
My Third Cookbook is On a Budget! (Behind the Scenes)
Would you like to see behind the scenes of the making of my third cookbook? I'm so excited to bring you 100 Days of Real Food On a Budget! (Coming soon!)
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Top 10 Posts of 2017
We've compiled a list of our Top 10 Posts from 2017. Recipes, helpful tips and even our Tiny House Kitchen made the cut. Is your favorite featured?
Fun Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve
Looking for some fun ways to celebrate New Year's Eve? I have some great tips to create a successful party for kids and adults!
