A warm loaf of homemade bread is one of the greatest pleasures in life. From the smell, to the way the soft interior steams, to the way butter melts right into the surface, the utter satisfaction of enjoying something so primally simple but so profoundly satisfying is a moment of paradise. Best of all is the bread you bake yourself. It’s shockingly easy to do! I’ve been baking this particular rosemary olive oil bread recipe since my 20s....

Sheet Pan Steak and Veggies is easy to assemble and even easier to clean up! A complete steak dinner consisting of juicy skirt steak, potatoes, mushrooms, green beans and onions. Nothing can beat the delicious simplicity of this meal on a busy weeknight! If you love a good steakhouse dinner but don’t want to deal with all the dishes, this sheet pan meal is for you! And if you’d also like to try a chicken version, I recommend you check out my Sheet Pan Chicken with Spicy Potatoes....

Whenever I’m hitting a healthy dinner rut, Indian food is the genre that (quite literally) spices my life up once more. Recipes like this slow cooker chicken curry make me feel genuinely excited about what we are eating and proud of the flavors I can create. Richly flavored, high in protein and fiber, lusciously creamy, and super delicious, not only is this satisfying Indian chicken recipe healthy, but it is easy too!...

FavoritePinShare A delicious and light slow cooked pork with amazing spices and caribbean salsa on top. It’s all fun and games eating brownies and gaining weight until you have the baby. Then the real work begins and you have to lose the baby weight. I have done pretty well so far on losing the weight and me and my BFF have a workout program to help motivate each other. I especially love when I find light and healthy recipes to go with my meal plan....

Now that I’ve seen the final book in print—and am, no joke, cooking from it every single week—I’m even more excited for you to have your copy. Remember that if you preorder the book before publication day (August 25th), I’ll email you an exclusive recipe bundle with extra recipes that went through the same rigorous testing process as the ones in the cookbook. These recipes aren’t in the book or on my blog....

Spatchcocking is a method of preparing a turkey by removing its backbone and spreading it flat for cooking. Also called “butterflying,” spatchcocking is a common preparation method for chicken, and it works fantastically for turkey too. Benefits of Spatchcocking While Classic Roast Turkey looks the most Norman Rockwell-esque on a platter, spatchcocking turkey has serious advantages over whole roast turkey. More Surface Area for Crispy Skin. Since the bird is laid flat, all of the skin is on the top, where it’s more directly exposed to heat, giving you more golden, crispy skin....

It’s undeniable that ice cream-blended milkshake is more decadent and delightful. But if you’re trying to cut back on calories, this lighter version is perfect for you. This milkshake is still rich, creamy, and so good, it won’t just bring the boys to the yard, but every other person you can think of, as well. Want a refreshing drink to cool down that isn’t too high in calories? Look no further than this cold and creamy, ice cream-free strawberry milkshake!...

FavoritePinShare All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household. Read More Posts by Alyssa facebook twitter pinterest instagram Jaye @ Just Tryin’ to Make Cents of it Allhttp://justtryintomakecentsofitall.blogspot.com Comment * Name * Email * Website Δ Insanely Delicious Prime Rib Recipe Quick 45 Minute Cinnamon Rolls Slow Cooker Chicken and Mushroom Stroganoff

I went through a Major Smoothie Phase after college, stocking my refrigerator and pantry with all manners of pricey “super foods.” I thought that unless I made smoothies with exotic fruits, fancy bulk section buys, and dark-green powders with long names, my smoothies “didn’t count.” Ummm…where did I get this idea?! Whole fruits and vegetables like strawberries and spinach not only make for easy smoothies that taste fantastic, these smoothies are super healthy for you too!...

Still, I love meat and would more often than not choose something with meat in it. If you like stuffed vegetables and you love meat, you will really appreciate this recipe. So far these are likely the best stuffed tomatoes I have ever tasted. Not only do they taste really good, they are quite lean and healthy. Even the sauce is on the healthier side, though it doesn’t taste like it is....

This may not come as a shock to you, but I am definitely one of the “next meal” people. And next snack. I even sometimes fall asleep at night thinking about what I’m having for breakfast the next day. When you have something as delicious as high-protein overnight oatmeal that tastes like a sugar cookie waiting for you in the refrigerator, it’s easy to do! About These Overnight Oats This high-protein oatmeal recipe is essentially classic overnight oats, with a few simple tweaks to make them extra high in protein, and, I must say, extra tasty too....

I make this fresh, homemade low carb keto cranberry sauce recipe for Thanksgiving every year. And every single year, everyone at the table — including the extended family that isn’t even trying to eat healthy — eagerly gobbles it up. That’s because this healthy sugar-free cranberry sauce tastes exactly like the traditional sugary version, so everyone at your Thanksgiving or Christmas gathering can enjoy it. While cranberry sauce is a Thanksgiving ordeal for most, who says roasted turkey gets to have all the fame?...

You’ll love this sugar-free sorbet! It’s tart, cool, has the perfect sweetness level, and a beautiful shade of pink. Best of all, it’s made with just a few simple ingredients and just 10 minutes prep. Just like my frozen keto peanut butter pie, keto ice cream, or sugar-free blackberry frozen yogurt, it’s so sweet and refreshing on a hot day. What Is Sorbet? Sorbet is a dairy-free treat made with just sugar and fruit — unlike sherbet, which is made with milk or cream....

Actually, let’s make that giant hugs, Taco Casserole, and a pitcher of Skinny Margaritas. Let the fun begin! This Taco Casserole recipe takes the core ingredients of any classic taco plate—beans, cheese, tortillas, juicy ground turkey (my healthy swap for beef; chicken would work well too), and a yummy array of toppings—and transforms them into an easy-to-make, even easier-to-eat layered taco bake. It’s like a baked Mexican lasagna. Except…I didn’t bake it....

FavoritePinShare Tamale Pie is a juicy ground beef on top of a cornbread crust, all drenched in a bold enchilada sauce. This casserole recipe is an easy spin on tamales making it perfect for a weeknight dinner. This Tamale pie is bold and flavorful! Loaded with ground taco meat, and lots of melted cheese, this is a dish the entire family will love! Plus it’s easy to make ahead, instructions are below....

FavoritePinShare This buffalo chicken dip is the absolute best! Fully loaded with chopped chicken, three types of cheeses, sour cream, and delicious seasonings, this dip has the spicy hot sauce flavor that you are looking for! Dips are perfect for any party or get-together. Try out this 5 Minute dip, this loaded ranch dip, and especially this 7 Layer Dip. Make them all and have a table full of different dips and chips....

I’ve got the BEST Greek salad dressing recipe for you! Not only is it flavorful and authentic tasting, learning how to make Greek salad dressing is super simple. This homemade Greek salad dressing is incredibly easy to make – just one simple step – and has all of the flavors of a traditional Greek salad dressing. I love to serve it over greens, and with my more traditional Greek salad....

An easy keto pound cake might not be the first thing you envision when you picture keto dessert, but maybe you’ll do a double take after you try this one. 😉 My low carb pound cake takes just 10 minutes to prep, 7 ingredients, and has ALL the flavor of a classic pound cake. Serve almond flour pound cake with a touch of whipped cream and berries for a sweet summer dessert, or with coffee at breakfast – it’s healthy enough to do both!...

FavoritePinShare Easiest Homemade Pizza Ever! Foolproof, dough is ready in 20 minutes, best pizza ever and taken from my quick and easy dough recipe. Crispy crust with all your favorite toppings to make your pizza night a bonus! This pizza is just the perfect touch to family meal. We are lovers of all things Italian and also enjoy Crispy Baked Parmesan Ravioli, Creamy Tomato Italian Parmesan Chicken or Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan....

FavoritePinShare This is the world’s best pumpkin roll! It’s a perfectly moist and tender pumpkin cake that is rolled with a sweet cream cheese filling and dusted with powdered sugar. This is the easiest pumpkin roll recipe that you will ever make! If you love pumpkin rolls just as much as I do then you should also try these Pumpkin Roll Bars, Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake, and these amazing Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls!...