Category Food

Creamy Microwave Oatmeal​

Oatmeal has largely pushed out the Green Smoothie Bowl as my every-day breakfast – partly because it doesn’t require a blender, and also because it tastes good. Creamy Microwave Oatmeal Prep Time: 1 minute    l    Cook Time: 4 minutes …

Peach & Blueberry Salad

A quick and tasty salad for when it’s too hot to cook. Also a great dish to contribute to a potluck, in our experience! Peach & Blueberry Salad Prep Time: 5 minutes    l    Cook Time: N/A    l   …

Chicken Sausage & Rice Skillet

While meat is a rarity in our house, I do go for pre-cooked chicken sausage somewhat frequently – especially the “sweet apple” version of the Hannaford Nature’s Promise store brand. Chicken Sausage & Rice Skillet Prep Time: 5 minutes    l   …

BBQ Lentil Pizza

Prep Time: 5 minutes; Cook Time: 8-10 minutes; Servings: 6-8 slices

Hans will happily eat just about anything, but BBQ sauce has a special place in his heart. I enjoy cooking, but my heart is filled with quick and easy meals like this one.

Spicy Chocolate Mousse Pie

Prep Time: 5/30 minutes; Cook Time: 0/10 minutes; Chill Time: 2-4 hours; Servings: 8

If you're not sold on tofu or the spicy/sweet combo, you will just need to trust me now and thank me later. Tofu lends all of the creamy texture and none of its own flavor. And for those who have experienced Mexican hot chocolate, the flavor combination of chocolate, cinnamon, and chili pepper will be familiar.

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Green Smoothie Bowls

I would say that I have eaten a green smoothie bowl for breakfast 80-90% of mornings for the past few years. I like the balance of earthy greens and subtly sweet fruit. I like the texture and crunch of the…

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A Practical Approach to Meal Planning

Do you struggle to keep your food spending under control and/or to use up all of the food that you buy? For me, the answer is no, and it all comes down to this easy, practical approach to meal planning.…