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At the start of the coronavirus pandemic, there was a bit of a baking epidemic in addition to all the pandemic stress. Flour, sugar and…
Stress Baking in a Pandemic: What to Bake If You Can’t Buy Enough Flour Read More »
Don’t even get me started on the term “fruit snacks” when there’s not any fruit involved. You can guess what I think about those sugar-filled…
Healthy Homemade Snack: Fruit Gummies Made with Real Fruit Read More »
You only need 2 ingredients and 10 minutes to make DIY finger gelatin (use the coupon KS10 for 10% off!) squares! They’re a healthy, homemade version…
Homemade Gelatin Square Recipe: Made with Real Fruit Juice Read More »
Turmeric Lentil Soup is one of the most popular soups in our home. If it’s winter or rainy outside and I want a budget-friendly, real…
Vegan Turmeric Lentil Instant Pot Soup Recipe Read More »
If you’re looking for a simple, real food, budget-friendly dessert I can’t think of anything better than Chocolate Dessert Hummus. It’s made with real, whole…
Chocolate Dessert Hummus Recipe Read More »
Looking for keto recipes for the Instant Pot PLUS plenty of vegetables? This spicy curry chicken will not disappoint on flavor or health. Date night,…
Keto Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Curry Recipe Read More »
It’s no secret that we love the Instant Pot around here. If you are cooking from scratch and trying to eat more real food, the…
How to Convert Any Soup Recipe for the Instant Pot Read More »
I’ll try to write down a recipe that I always just make out of my head for you today, okay? After making it once, you…
Kid-Friendly Parsnip Fries Recipe: A Healthy French Fry Alternative Read More »
Sometimes I feel sorry for vegetables. It seems like they’re always the “lowest on the totem pole” when it comes to food groups. People crave…
How to Roast Kid-Friendly Vegetables: Add Some “Sweet” Without Sugar! Read More »
Here’s a simple, real food Christmas dessert that’s full of probiotics and easy enough for the kids to make! Healthy Dessert for the Holidays The…
Real Food Peppermint Freezer Fudge for the Holidays Read More »
This post is from contributing writer Steph Jenkins of Cheapskate Cook. Fall is the perfect time to pull out your Instant Pot for easy, real food recipes. We…
Instant Pot Turmeric-Spiced Chicken Recipe Read More »
This post is a continuation of a series on “Those Weird Veggies.” You can also read about parsnips and kohlrabi. Are you an avid gardener?…
This post is from contributing writer Steph Jenkins of Cheapskate Cook. Fall is the perfect time to make warm, comforting breakfasts. But on school mornings, hot breakfasts are…
Instant Pot Pumpkin Spice Steel Cut Oatmeal Recipe Read More »
Getting a healthy breakfast on the table for your kids before school is a common struggle whether you homeschool like Mary or have kids in…
Easy Breakfast for School Mornings: Granola Bar Bowl Recipe Read More »
Introducing my good friend and fellow real food proponent, Stephani Jenkins! Steph writes at The Cheapskate Cook about eating healthy on a budget, and I’m…
How to Make Homemade Yogurt in the Instant Pot Read More »
I have four kids. They all have individual eating styles and food preferences. But in general I know what they like. Three out of four…
Allergy Friendly Healthy Breakfast Hummus Recipe Read More »
Wish you knew the best high-protein, healthy gluten-free pasta brand for pasta salad? Becca’s family reviewed many and found some clear winners! Create an allergen-friendly…
High Protein Gluten-Free Pasta Reviews + Quick Veggie Filled Pasta Salad Recipe Read More »
“Do-nut worry” read the cute little tags attached to the double doughnut hole treat our first graders presented to our fourth graders last year before…
Power Brain Foods for Standardized Testing in Schools Read More »
My baby just turned one (sniffle, sniffle)! This is the fourth time we’ve celebrated a first birthday in our family…and it never gets easier. Something…
Low Sugar Gluten-Free Parsnip Cupcakes: Perfect for a First Birthday! Read More »
If you’re new to cutting gluten and dairy, start with Katie’s post to learn how to go gluten and dairy-free with kids. If you know…
How to Stick to a Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free Diet Long Term (and not go crazy!) Read More »
