• Fourth of July Firecracker Ribs

    Posted On Jul 1, 2021 By Brandy Gales

    Ribs, cilantro, and green onions.

    Happy Fourth of July and cheers to the biggest grilling day of the season! I’m bringing my own twist on this delicious holiday food for you though. I have another traditional Read more

  • Thanksgiving Special: Roasted Portobello Mushroom Polenta

    Posted On Nov 17, 2021 By Brandy Gales

    Roasted Portobello Mushroom Polenta in a serving dish.

    This is the part of the Holiday season that the fun with food truly begins. I have another fun spin on a recipe for you all whether you are Read more

  • Back and Biceps Dumbbell Workout

    Posted On Dec 26, 2021 By Amy Kiser Schemper

    A woman holding a pair of SelectTech adjustable 552 dumbbells.

    Back and biceps are the perfect pair of upper body muscle groups to work together, and not just because of the alliteration! Both bicep and back muscles perform a pulling motion, and the biceps are often assisting in compound back exercises like Read more

  • 22 Resolutions in 2022

    Posted On Jan 3, 2022 By Lisa Traugott

    A woman in her home reading.

    Find your happy jeans. A lot of us get hung up on the weight on the scale. If this drives you nuts, stop weighing yourself and just determine which jeans make you feel happiest. Eat well and exercise so they feel comfy. Read more

  • Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    Posted On Jan 13, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    As you may have seen from some of my previous recipes, you may be wondering how many times you can create a recipe with Brussels Sprouts. This would include such recipes as my Read more

  • Weeknight Wonder: Carnitas Tacos

    Posted On Apr 3, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    Pork carnitas on tortillas.

    Who doesn’t want Taco Tuesday, or Thursday, or maybe even Taco Friday to be a mainstay in their homes? Read more

  • No Diet Day

    Posted On May 4, 2022 By Lisa Traugott

    People eating at a table.

    No Diet Day is celebrated on May 6, the birthday of its creator, Mary Evans Young. Mary battled anorexia and body issues and by 1992 she had enough and started a “Ditch the Diet” picnic in the UK that quickly caught on and spread internationally. Read more

  • Summer Food: Grilled Chicken Pitas

    Posted On Jul 21, 2020 By Brandy Gales

    Grilled chicken pitas on a cutting board

    I made this recipe when my daughter started preschool because I wanted to make lunches at home seem just as exciting as the lunches I packed for school. However, I needed to make sure the meal not Read more

  • Weeknight Wonder: Chicken Shawarma Bowls

    Posted On Mar 9, 2021 By Brandy Gales

    Chicken shawarma bowls with flat brand and homemade tzatziki sauce.

    When I think of a Weeknight Wonder Meal, I want the meal to be fresh and fast but with a lot of flavor. This recipe for Chicken Pita Shawarma bowls really meets all of those requirements Read more

  • One Pot French Onion Soup

    Posted On Apr 27, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    French onion soup in a soup bowl.

    When I went to Paris back in 2011, I became obsessed with French Onion Soup. I loved the rich flavors and the price point could not be beat, it was always one of the cheapest items on the menu. French Onion Soup was commonly referred to as a Read more

  • Fall Special Pumpkin Pecan and Chocolate Granola

    Posted On Sep 22, 2022 By Brandy Gales

    homemade pumpkin pecan granola sprinkled over vanilla yogurt

    My children love granola (they may love the candy and fruit pieces in it more than anything). However, I hate buying it at the store because it can be so expensive, and I do find that it tends to be loaded with a ton of added sugar that is Read more

  • Quick Treadmill Workout with Intervals

    Posted On Oct 19, 2022 By Lisa Traugott

    Man running on a BowFlex treadmill

    Pressed for time? An at-home treadmill workout is a great option. For one thing, it's right in the comfort of your home, so no need to travel to a gym. The other benefit is that you can split up your Read more