Pinch me. I’m dreaming. I’ve worked for months to bring this family-friendly and macro-focused monthly meal plan subscription to you, and it’s finally here!  And I’m so excited to be able to finally tell you all about it… Because we all know that feeding a family and macro-counting at the same time can feel like a lot. I’m hoping this meal plan will help meal planning and macro-counting easier for you.  Meet the NEW Monthly Meal Plan  Okay, here’s how it works… You will use the web-based app via computer or phone (see how to do this under my meal plan stories on Instagram)  ..read more

Skillets are everything when it comes to counting macros or eating balanced. They make it so easy to get creative with lots of protein and veggies! And this BBQ Chicken and Butternut Macro-friendly Skillet is exactly that. I originally made this recipe for the Madeline Moves Tighter Together challenge, and it was so GOOD that I added it to the bonus meals in the back of my cookbook PLANNED. It’s such a quick and easy meal but still super filling (like seriously, it takes me 30 minutes), so I thought it deserved a spot here on the blog too.  What You’ll Need for this BBQ Chicken and Butter ..read more

You know we LOVE to grill year-round over here. It’s a huge part of how we cook. And since our last grill was barely hanging on, we knew it was time for an upgrade. We’d planned to redo our backyard when we moved into this house in 2020, hoping to create a fun, usable, beautiful space for our family to play, eat, and entertain friends!  We definitely wanted a pool, but we also KNEW our backyard wouldn’t be complete without a big, functional outdoor kitchen to make preparing, grilling, and serving food to family and friends truly make sense out there! And now it does! We decided to use RT ..read more

Staying tight as a couple is important, and there’s a lot of advice out there on how to do it. Of course, there’s no perfect answer–but I’d say spending time with each other is a pretty crucial component. Ha.  But if time is short or you can’t make it out of the house for some quality time, then a date night at home might be the ticket! And if you decide you want to cook instead of getting takeout (you’re better than me) but also…here are some great macro-friendly date night at-home recipes for you to try!  #1 Korean Beef Bowl  This Korean Beef Bowl is quick, easy, and deliciou ..read more

There are so many AMAZING things at Costco, and I’m sure we all have our favorite Costco pantry staples. It’s definitely one of the best stores. And when it comes to macro-counting, you can find some GREAT items to make macro-counting that much easier. So if you’re new to macro-counting or just want to mix things up from your usual, here are my 5 macro-friendly Costco favorites.  #1 Vacuum-sealed Rotisserie Chicken  Rotisserie Chicken is a staple at my house. Simply buy the vacuum-sealed bags of rotisserie chicken and store it in your freezer until you need it.  It’s great to ke ..read more

If I had to start dinner from scratch every night, I wouldn’t cook. At least not every night! And that’s coming from someone who loves to cook. The boys starving, grabbing for chips or old Halloween candy while I stare into the fridge with absolutely no idea what to make is no fun. With a little meal planning and prepping, you can save yourself (or at least mostly) from the dreaded dinner drama and fatigue.  Shopping for and making dinner can already feel overwhelming sometimes. Add counting macros on top of it, and you might just want to raise the white flag.  That’s why I love to b ..read more

When you first start counting macros, it can be overwhelming. It can be hard to figure out what foods fit into your daily macros without resorting to eating a bunch of plain chicken breasts.  And eating plain chicken for every meal is just not sustainable. It’s a total game-changer once you realize you can have balanced macros while still eating REAL food. If you’re new to macro-counting or just feeling stuck, here are 5 recipes to make macro-counting easier!  #1 The Best Yogurt and Cottage Cheese Bowl  This is a GREAT breakfast option if you’re really busy or new to macro-coun ..read more

If you’re looking for a good, new soup to try this winter—this is the one. A delicious, cozy soup that makes a great dinner with even better leftovers. After a little bit of chopping and stirring, you’ll have a soul-warming dinner big enough to feed the whole family. Just don’t forget the hunk of crusty bread on the side. That’s essential–at least for me. I’ve shared this Italian Pasta Soup on Instagram before but thought it deserved a more permanent spot on the blog.  Here’s the details… This recipe makes a HUGE batch with 12 servings. A great meal or two for the family or a meal prep f ..read more

The sequel to my cookbook ONE is finally here, and it feels SURREAL. After all the tasting, calculating, testing, and tasting again…I finally have a physical copy that I can actually flip through in my hands. But since you can’t reach through the screen and flip through mine like a cookbook you might buy at the store, I thought a little rundown might be helpful. Here’s the gist…ONE More Time–a second volume of macro-friendly one-dish meals, focuses on delicious, comforting, yet still healthy one-dish meals. Very similar to ONE, but with all new recipes for you to try. ONE is always one of my ..read more

Shrimp is such a great lean protein source. I’ve definitely realized you either love or hate it–but I love it! With one 3 oz. serving of shrimp, you get 20 grams of protein, essentially no fat or carbs,  AND you can cook it in less than 10 minutes – a total win. This Cold Shrimp Salad keeps well in the fridge for an easy lunch or for when you’re in a pinch for some quick protein.   It’s so light and yummy especially when it’s tucked into a gorgeous toasted brioche bun. And of course, if you don’t love shrimp, you can always sub it for chicken! What You’ll Need for this Healthy ..read more