Creamy Lemon Capers Salmon I LOVE recipes that are simple to make at home yet taste like something ultra-indulgent that you’d order at a fancy restaurant. Creamy Lemon Capers Salmon is definitely one of those recipes! Your people will be SO impressed – and have NO idea how EASY this is to make. Your secret is safe here! You deserve all the credit for your effort! The fresh lemon zest really elevates your dish! Don’t skip it! ALWAYS use freshly squeezed lemon juice from an actual fresh lemon. Bottled lemon juice from the store will give your dish a strange metallic or overly acidic taste. We ..read more

Why Cabbage is Great + 15 Delicious Recipes In my opinion, cabbage is an entirely underrated vegetable and deserves more space on our weekly menus. It’s available throughout the year, but its peak season is from January to June, which means now is a wonderful time to try one of the following recipes. Cabbage is a dense, leafy, cruciferous vegetable that comes in various colors, such as green, white, purple, and red. Many people don’t know what a powerhouse it is or how many benefits it has!  Here are just a few reasons why cabbage is great and why you should eat more: Packed With Nutrient ..read more

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas A SUPER EASY and flavorful idea to get a protein packed meal on the table that everyone will LOVE! Serve tucked inside a small whole wheat or Ezekiel tortilla, OR scoop it all into a crisp lettuce leaf, or on top of a big Salad…YUM! Weeknight 20-minute meal idea. OR Quick delicious Meal Prep idea! Yes. Keep this recipe handy because you’ll use it a lot! Feel free to mix up the veggies to use whatever you have on hand and what you personally love! We eat chicken a few times each week, so it’s important to have an abundance of DELICIOUS recipes. What’s really in those ..read more

CFC’s FAVORITE Trail Mix Granola Bars If you love Trail Mix & Granola, you’re going to ADORE these energy packed bars! Crunchy, nutty, chewy, and slightly sweet. You’ve just found your new favorite grab-n-go snack to fuel all of your adventures. These Trail Mix Granola Bars are absolutely amazing! I keep them in the freezer and enjoy them slightly frozen. What a treat! Completely packed with energy through complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats, along with an impressive amount of fiber too! These are EXCELLENT for someone who is active, hiking, training, intense sports, physical job, or m ..read more

The Benefits of Silence & How to Create Quiet Moments Throughout the Day Silence feels like such a luxury these days with so many kids in the house and a seemingly endless to-do list! It’s easy to slip into auto-pilot while tackling the chaos of each day, but if we disregard our mental health and well-being, then we risk burnout and increased stress and anxiety. It’s good to remember that silence is important for every aspect of life, including your health. Creating quiet moments throughout the day can be super powerful. So, I decided to dedicate this blog to the benefits of silence and ..read more

EASY Coconut Beef Bowls Made with just a few simple ingredients, this EASY Beef Bowl is a flavor-packed meal that you will want to make again and again. The steak bowl comes together quickly as it doesn’t require a ton of ingredients, and the steak is incredibly satisfying thanks to the simple and unique marinade. Placing your steak in the freezer for just 30 minutes before slicing will help you to slice it thinly and evenly. It’s worth the extra step! Don’t skip the marinade! The meat needs to soak up the flavors and come closer to room temperature after being in the freezer. Any cut of stea ..read more

Sticky Cauliflower Bites Oh WOW! These have become our current go-to after school snack, side dish idea, & party food! Absolutely CRAVE WORTHY! With a DELICIOUS tangy sticky sauce, even the kids LOVE ’em! Crispy little bites slathered in the most flavorful sauce! I can’t wait for you to try these! Vegetables should taste AMAZING and be enjoyed! Cauliflower has a lot going for it. Not only is it one of the most versatile veggies, but it also contains some of every vitamin you need, as well as a healthy dose of fiber. Not bad for a veggie that’s 92% water! Cauliflower is rich in antioxid ..read more

Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps You’ve just found your new favorite lettuce wraps to make all summer long! This flavor combination is absolutely INCREDIBLE with the creamy peanut butter, tangy fresh lime, salty aminos, umami sautéed mushrooms, a bit of heat from the hot sauce, and a touch of sweetness from the honey. Every taste bud you have will thank you! Protein packed, low-carb, and antioxidant rich thanks to the radicchio. This entire meal comes together FAST…I mean if you’re going to use both lettuce and radicchio (which I highly recommend!) that will take you 5 minutes to rinse and dry th ..read more

Asparagus Health Benefits + 12 Recipes Asparagus is in season now! It’s BEST from late March to June, so now is a great time to get creative with this veggie. Also, here’s a fun trivia fact: these little green (or white and purple) stalks are actually part of the lily family. They’re also super tasty and incredibly nutrient-dense. Asparagus are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, disease-fighting antioxidants, and fiber, making them full of health benefits.  Here are only 5 health benefits of asparagus: Blood Clotting & Bone Health Vitamin K helps blood clot properly and is c ..read more

Greek Inspired Lemon Chicken What a beautiful dish to serve throughout the springtime! Our Greek Inspired Lemon Chicken is busting with bright flavors and truly couldn’t be simpler to prepare! Minimal ingredients are needed for MAXIMUM flavor! Here are my side dish serving suggestions that will go so well with this chicken: Chopped Greek Salad Greek Chickpea Salad + Tzatziki Dressing  Italian Style Tomato + Avocado Chopped Salad! Creamy Cucumber Chopped Salad  Spinach, Feta, and Rice Casserole Rachel’s tips: Because we are using only a few simple ingredients here, I recommend using ..read more