Month: May 2018

Strawberry Basil Smoothie

Strawberry Basil Smoothie

My basil plant is not only surviving, but THRIVING. I can’t believe it. This has never happened. I’m celebrating by using basil in everything. This Strawberry Basil Smoothie was super refreshing and fun. Next time I’m gonna add lime as well just to keep experimenting.…

Summertime Snack Ideas

Summertime Snack Ideas

Hey friends! I have been asked about snacks for the summer for the little people. Thought I would share a few simple, budget friendly things we are keeping well stocked to prevent all the hangry children. A few are homemade, but the majority are store…

Whole-wheat sea salt chocolate chip cookies  (made with coconut oil; easily made dairy free)

Whole-wheat sea salt chocolate chip cookies (made with coconut oil; easily made dairy free)

THESE!!! I can’t tell you how good they are. Turned out perfect. I had 3 friends try them today to be sure it wasn’t just me and all gave a big thumbs up (and came back for seconds). Also, this is my new favorite baking…

Hydrating Collagen Water

Hydrating Collagen Water

This has become my favorite way to drink Vital Proteins. I started doing this when Nate and I went to San Diego. It seemed like the perfect to get some extra protein and vitamin C when traveling, which is much needed because our children sleep…

Maple-Pecan Salmon

Maple-Pecan Salmon

This recipe was inspired by a recipe for salmon my mom used to make involving pecans and panko bread crumbs. I have switched it up a bit and made it #glutenfree. The sauce is super easy to make and this entire meal can come together…

Homemade *2 INGREDIENT* Magic Shell

Homemade *2 INGREDIENT* Magic Shell

It’s Thursday. And it’s naptime. Perfect reason to bring out the 2 INGREDIENT homemade magic shell. 2 INGREDIENTS!!!! And you probably have them both in your pantry. Melted coconut oil + cocoa powder YES, THAT IS IT!!! Because coconut oil hardens when cold, it makes…

Super Easy Salsa Verde Crockpot Chicken

Super Easy Salsa Verde Crockpot Chicken

I was feeling all levels of lazy yesterday and chicken in the crock pot was calling my name. Tried something new and it was delicious! YOU WILL NEED: 1/2 jar @traderjoes salsa verde 1/2 jar @traderjoes tomato-less corn salsa 2 chicken breasts 1 tsp salt (optional) red pepper flakes…

Homemade Bug Spray

Homemade Bug Spray

Ah, May in Charleston. The sun is shining, temps rising, and mosquitoes birthing. Alrighty! So this post has been a long time coming. I took a poll a while back to get some ideas for homemade bug spray, and the amount of people that swore…

Strawberry Chia Seed Jam Parfait

Strawberry Chia Seed Jam Parfait

I have been dreaming about this parfait ever since I tried it yesterday. I am not kidding when I say the strawberry chia jam takes it over the top. It’s unreal! This is truly the easiest jam you will ever make and I don’t know…

My Favorite Arugula Salad

My Favorite Arugula Salad

Happy Friday, everyone! Here’s the super easy salad I paired with that tortellini I posted yesterday. It’s a toss up as to which one is easier. Whenever I go to a restaurant, if this is on the menu, I order it. There’s just something about…