Simple, healthy recipes designed to inspire busy moms to make nutrition a priority in their lives. Easy recipes to increase protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, fruit and vegetable intake.
It’s that time of year again, where we crave comforting flavors and cozy weekends. This butternut squash quinoa bowl is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Warning: you might not be able to stop eating it. Even though cutting butternut squash can seem daunting, this recipe only takes about 30 minutes to make. Quinoa acts […]
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There’s nothing better than a lazy Sunday, with a super simple meal included. This Mexican chili recipe is the perfect Sunday staple for those fall and winter months. It’s also ideal for busy weeknights where you don’t have a lot of time to cook (and it makes great leftovers). I suppose it’s called Mexican chili
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This buffalo chicken crockpot pasta doesn’t skimp on flavor, can be made in just one pan (a crockpot!), and is healthier than your average pasta. It’s only 6-ingredients and so simple to make! This is one of my favorite crockpot recipes of all time because it’s delicious and perfect for a low-maintenance meal. This recipe uses
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This is a super simple air fryer spaghetti squash recipe that is as delicious as it is healthy. I have also included four additional recipe variations to try (so you have options). Air fryers have become very popular for their convenience and fast cooking time. I consider myself a pro when it comes to spaghetti squash,
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Enjoy a delicious twist on an Italian classic with this chicken alfredo spaghetti squash recipe. If there are two things I am obsessed with lately – it’s spaghetti squash and cottage cheese. These two healthy ingredients combined make this deliciously creamy and nutritious dish. As an Italian, I absolutely love pasta. However, sometimes it is
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Making cottage cheese pasta sauce just makes sense. Its creamy, subtle flavor profile works well with most pasta dishes while increasing the protein content. This post includes a decadent butternut squash pasta sauce recipe perfect for a fall or winter comfort dish. The crispy pancetta with the rich cottage cheese butternut squash blend combines both sweet
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Here’s a healthy twist on a traditional macaroni and cheese – in this recipe, I combine the “hidden veggie” trick with the addition of cottage cheese for extra protein. If you’re looking for equal parts tasty and healthy – give this cottage cheese mac and cheese a try! This recipe is a part of my “busy
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If you’re looking for a unique smoothie, packed with nutrients and using the viral whipped cottage cheese, this recipe is for you! This dark cherry cottage cheese smoothie tastes just like cheesecake. It’s creamy and decadent, while still being healthy – and contains 15 grams of protein without any protein powder! In under 5 minutes, you
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Whether you’re looking for a smoothie that fuels your day, provides some extra nutrients where you are lacking, or supports your fitness goals- this powerhouse banana protein smoothie does it all. Due to the carbohydrate, protein, fat, and nutrient content of this smoothie, it could replace a meal or count as a delicious snack. It
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The power bowl is the queen of throw together meals. Whether you’re short on time, or sick of meal planning every week- power bowls are quick, easy, and full of nutrients as long as you understand the basis of them. This post consists of not only recipe ideas, but includes the fundamentals of how to
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