The recipe title Chocolate Covered Cherry Smoothie pretty much tells you everything you need to know about this addictive smoothie. But what it doesn’t express is just how good this really is. It’s hard to define, and I don’t seem to have words for how much I love this smoothie. Suffice it to say, the sparkle in Tyler’s eyes and the way his face lit up when he tasted it, told me I’m not alone in my new addiction....
This Easy Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce is the perfect addition to your next Thanksgiving dinner! Cranberry sauce from scratch is so simple and so tasty, you’ll never go back to the canned version. Even better, it can be made ahead for extra ease during holiday dinners. I love adding orange to the mix when making cranberry sauce because I find it takes the edge off and rounds out the cranberry flavor....
I used to make a dish similar to this Blackened Chicken Pasta all the time because we just loved the spice and cream sauce combo. But over the last few years we’ve both backed off on how much dairy we eat, since we both feel better eating less of it. However we both still crave cream sauce dishes all the time, so I’ve really been experimenting to find some alternatives....
This Easy Vietnamese Rice Noodle Salad has become a classic in our family over the years because it’s so incredibly good! It’s packed with fresh produce, and the perfect thing to make during the hottest days of summer. I’ve been making variations of this Vietnamese Noodle Salad for over a decade now. We never get tired of these vibrant flavors, and it doesn’t hurt it’s so easy to make as well....
Easy to mix together in less than 5 minutes, this Fajita Seasoning recipe is perfect for any fajita recipe. You can use it for my Shrimp Fajitas , or my Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas . I also love to use it sprinkled into the filling of quesadillas and in Mexican-inspired soups as well. It’s simple to make with no added sugar or filler ingredients. It’s an all-natural healthy spice mix that’s budget-friendly as well....
So… a weird fact about me is that when I was a kid, I wouldn’t eat the cake at birthday parties if it was chocolate. And the same went for ice cream and frosting, if it was chocolate, I wasn’t eating it. I clearly remember standing my ground on a few occasions and refusing the cake, much to the adults’ mystification. I’d happily just eat the veggie tray rather than the chocolate cake – very weird behavior, wouldn’t you say!...
Every time the temperature shoots through the roof, I find myself making a frosty! Last summer I was all about this Strawberry Watermelon creation, but this year I can’t get enough blueberries, (and now local huckleberries). This version is easier to make for year round enjoyment because it’s made with frozen berries, (whereas watermelon in January just isn’t quite right)! When I hear the word frosty, I always think of a variety of sugary drinks from childhood, (anyone remember Mr....
Cozy up with this easy-to-make Healthy Zuppa Toscana! You can make this in the Instant Pot or on the stove top, either way, it’s super simple. This recipe is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30, but there is an option to add heavy cream to the recipe, just like the Olive Garden classic. Chock full of sausage and potatoes with some hearty kale added in, this soup is pure comfort food....
Kale Pesto is an unlikely deliciousness and it came about as many good ideas do – at Farmer’s Market! It finally occurred to me that kale could be used for something other than Green Smoothies . I asked one of my favorite farmers how she prepares it, and she said she makes pesto with it. Now that’s an idea I probably wouldn’t have ever had on my own! I tossed my pesto with Zucchini Noodles , but it’s good stirred into eggs as well....
The trail climbs through the trees to Mirror Lake before heading up to the teahouse. From Mirror Lake there’s a connecting route to the Plain of 6 Glaciers, where there’s another teahouse and you guessed it, amazing views of 6 different glaciers. Just before the teahouse, there’s a waterfall and several flights of stairs. Once you’ve reached the teahouse, it’s time to sit back and enjoy the views! It’s definitely worth it to hike around the lake, especially if it’s later in the day because the light is perfect for pictures from the end of the lake....
The Norris Geyser Basin Loop is a less traveled scenic hike in Yellowstone National Park. It shares the same trailhead start as Porcelain Geyser Basin so if you’re up for it, you can do 2 for 1! We almost didn’t hike Norris Geyser Basin. After all we were exhausted after a full day of site seeing. But so I’m glad we did because this loop is different from everything else we did that day....
Easy to make, this Peach Sorbet is the perfect frosty summer dessert. Made from fresh peaches, this sorbet has so much flavor and only needs a hint of sweetener to round it out. From there, I added a touch of lemon juice and a dash of cinnamon to create a little depth. This sorbet tastes like pure summer, and it’s fruit-based, making it a healthy dessert as well. This peach sorbet is simple to make with just four ingredients....
Easy to make in 10 minutes or less, this peanut butter dip makes the perfect healthy snack or dessert, but tastes decadent. It’s naturally gluten-free, and we love to serve it with assorted seasonal fruit. This healthy peanut butter dip is our favorite for Apple slices, strawberries, bananas, and grapes. This peanut butter dip is inspired by my friend Heidi, who makes it as a quick and easy snack. She made some one afternoon when she was over at our house, and we all loved it....
Ptamigan Tunnel has a lot going on for just one hike – you have lakes, mountain views, a glacier, and a 250′ tunnel! This hike is located in the Many Glacier region of Glacier National Park, and it’s one of the most popular hikes. It shares the same trailhead as Iceberg Lake for about 2.5 miles before branching off, and can be combined with Iceberg for a roundtrip of 15 miles, (it’s only 10....
Ultra easy with minimal cleanup, this Sheet Pan Stir Fry is the perfect simple weeknight meal. It’s family-friendly and packed with veggies and protein. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and there’s a Whole30 option listed in the recipe as well. Serve this stir-fry with freshly steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal. I make stir fries pretty much every single week because they’re so easy and tasty. But what’s even easier than a stir fry?...
This lasagna is just like the one my mom makes, but instead of the usual pasta, I’ve subbed in butternut noodles. It’s also conveniently made in a skillet, so there’s no layering involved which makes it just a bit easier. I’ve tried several versions of this lasagna with zucchini noodles and sliced zucchini, but they are alway a little watery, (but still really tasty if you want to go that route)....
Simple to make in a fraction of the usual roasting time, this spatchcock chicken is the perfect family dinner. This chicken is extra flavorful and juicy thanks to a simple dry brine combined with my favorite herb butter . Serve this roasted spatchcock chicken with my best mashed potatoes and sautéed green beans for a classic combination. Ever since my endless rounds of recipe testing for my Thanksgiving Spatchcock Turkey , I couldn’t help but think I needed to try the same thing with my usual roast chicken....
It’s here… and just in time for all things summer! The idea for this Inspired Ice Creams E-Book was formed in a coffee shop in Fernie BC while sipping a latte, and trying to warm up from a freezing torrential down pour. Maybe I was just trying to conjure up warmer sunny days in my mind, but all of a sudden I knew I was going to write an ice cream ebook for summer....
There is no possible way to over exaggerate the beauty of The Narrows hike in Zion National Park! It’s rated as one of the top, if not the #1 hike in all of the United States. With those kinds of words to live up to, you might expect you’d be disappointed, but instead you’ll find yourself looking up at the most beautiful and mysterious canyon you’ve ever seen. That’s not to say you’re not going to deal with some challenges, along with fame comes a price – this is a busy and often crowded hike....
Today we are making Vegetable Noodles. It’s more of a how-to than a recipe, but you will find a printable recipe option at the bottom of the page. I first made vegetable noodles about a week ago, and I was surprised by how easy it was. I had seen the concept before but never tried it. I thought that it looked like a time-consuming task. I mean, who has time to be making vegetable strands when it is already 7:00p....
