Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake with Garlic Parmesan

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Creamy Chicken broccoli pasta is a comforting family favorite. The silky garlic‑parmesan sauce is built from butter, flour, heavy cream and plenty of freshly grated parmesan for a rich, satisfying finish. What’s better than chicken and broccoli tossed with pasta in a creamy sauce? This dish delivers protein, vegetables and carbs in one bowl—almost like … Read more

3-Ingredient Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs

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The easiest chocolate peanut butter fat bombs—just 3 ingredients and 15 minutes prep. The best keto chocolate fat bombs! Today we’re celebrating simple keto treats: chocolate peanut butter fat bombs made with coconut butter. If you’re curious about coconut butter or keto fat bombs, this recipe is a perfect place to start. My partner and … Read more

Pina Colada Nice Cream: Coconut Pineapple Frozen Dessert Recipe

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Not only smooth and creamy but also healthy, this pina colada nice cream is a fruity frozen treat the whole family will enjoy. It’s vegan and alcohol-free, though you can add a splash of rum if you wish. This post contains affiliate links A frozen sweet treat is always welcome, and it’s even better when … Read more

Creamy Bacon and Pea Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Meals

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This 30-minute bacon pasta recipe combines frozen peas and pantry staples into a quick, easy meal that feels a little elevated. It’s perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for guests. Why you’ll love it If you’ve got frozen peas and a package of bacon, you’re already most of the way there. This recipe gives … Read more

How to Freeze Avocados Properly for Smooth, Long-Lasting Storage

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How to Freeze Avocados – One quick, reliable method for freezing avocados for long-term storage. Freeze extra avocados to use later in smoothies, sauces, guacamole, avocado toast, and more. When I was a child in New York City, avocados felt like a rare treat. They appeared mashed in guacamole at restaurants or in a homemade … Read more

Monday Menu 128: Pizza-Stuffed Pasta and Mexican Cornbread

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This week’s meal plan features family favorites that are easy to prepare and perfect for busy schedules. Start with a comforting Pizza Stuffed Pasta Shells dinner served with Italian Green Bean Salad and Easy Stuffed Olive Cheese Bread. For another night, make a shortcut Mexican Cornbread Casserole with two complementary sides. I’ve also included a … Read more

10 Subtle Signs Spring Is Finally Here

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It’s been a while since I last posted—some longtime readers even reached out to ask if I was okay, which I really appreciate.

All is well. I’ve just been busy wearing other hats. Much of my time now goes to providing tech support for bloggers, and I’ve been building Healthy Ads, an online advertising network I launched to connect genuinely healthful companies with health-focused bloggers and readers. Those product ads you see below my photo? That’s Healthy Ads in action.

I’ve also had a couple of personal distractions lately: we adopted Molly, a wonderful dog, in November, and we’re getting solar panels installed on our home. I’ll share more about both in future posts.

There’s a strange dynamic to blogging—if you stop for a while, the next post can feel like it must be spectacular. That pressure to create something extraordinary can be paralyzing and it becomes a self-fulfilling spiral. I also tend to feel a little worn out every year after October Unprocessed. Still, a small, meaningful moment is often enough to nudge me back into writing.

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Peppermint Blossom Cookies: Festive Mint Chocolate Treats

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These peppermint blossom cookies are a beautiful addition to any holiday cookie tray. Slightly crumbly and very buttery, they pair tender vanilla sugar cookie dough with a white chocolate peppermint KISS in the center for a classic seasonal flavor. ❤️ Why you’ll love it Quick and easy to prepare Festive and attractive for holiday gatherings … Read more

Blackstone Grilled Queso Dip Recipe: Smoky Skillet Cheese for Parties

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Make Blackstone Queso for a quick, cheesy side everyone will love. This easy queso uses just three simple ingredients and melts perfectly on the griddle for a creamy, crowd-pleasing dip. This Blackstone queso is a restaurant-quality Velveeta dip you can make in a cast iron skillet on the griddle. With just Velveeta, Rotel and browned … Read more

Honoring a Mother’s Purim Legacy: Stories with Lauren Kandel

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For Lauren and her sister Jenny, Purim centers on two things: hamantaschen and honoring their mother, Maxine. Each year, without fail, the sisters continue Maxine’s tradition of baking hundreds of hamantaschen to share with their children, neighbors and community. It’s easy to understand why this ritual endures — these soft, flaky triangular cookies offer a … Read more