I kicked the can a few years ago, and you should too!
Making beans in a slow cooker is easy, basically hands free, and so much more healthy than the ones you get in a can. Better yet, beans you make yourself are about half the price; saving your wallet a bundle as well!...
Read MoreJalapeño poppers are a weak point for me. It's hard for me to believe that there was once a point in my life where I wouldn't eat a jalapeño if my very life had depended upon it.
Clearly things have changed...
Read MoreThese healthified baked basil mozzarella sticks are super easy and tasty! A serving of two is less than 75 calories, and this recipe is so versatile, the possibilities are endless! I can't wait to try a cheddar and jalapeño version.
Dip these in marinara, like you would cheese sticks, or serve as a side to this Skinny Tomato Basil Soup in place of a grilled cheese...
Read MoreI know... jealous, aren't you?
One of my favorite things in this world is and has always been Funfetti anything.
Cake, cupcakes, ice-cream, vodka... cheesecake?...
Read MoreMaking ketchup is so easy and tastes so much better than store bought. Plus, you can completely control what goes into it.
I was feeling a little feisty so I added some roasted red peppers, cayenne and chili powder to a basic ketchup recipe. Even with the addition of the spices, this isn't really a spicy ketchup. Just enough heat to tickle your tastebuds at the very end. Seriously, my toddler was eating it. No sweat.
Want more spice or less? Just taste as you go with the chili powder and cayenne...
Read MoreIf you've ever been to Austin or ever plan on visiting, you have no doubt heard of the famous Mighty Cone! It's an amazing little food truck located in downtown Austin that serves up hot'n'crunchy everything.
This past weekend when discussing a few new recipe ideas with my mom she said something along the lines of, 'Well if you can make a healthy version of a Mighty Cone you'll be the best cook ever!' Tada. Now... where is my 'Best Cook Ever' award mom? I'm waaaiting...
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