This Berry Chantilly Cake blends a vanilla box cake base with fresh berries, almond flavor, a bright raspberry-orange jam, and a silky mascarpone whipped cream frosting for a soft, bakery-style layer cake. It’s perfect for spring gatherings, Easter, or any special occasion when you want an impressive dessert with approachable steps. Berry Chantilly Cake Recipe … Read more

Make these EASY mini pizzas at home in under 1 hour (no long rising needed)! Let everyone in the family customize the deliciously chewy crust with their favorite toppings for a fun weeknight dinner. An easy pizza recipe for kids that adults will love too! Click Here to Pin this Recipe for Later! What makes … Read more

This light, refreshing breakfast is ideal for anyone aiming to eat clean and lean. Quick to assemble on a busy morning, it combines the natural sweetness of strawberries with creamy Greek-style yoghurt, a hint of cinnamon and a crunchy topping. Activated pecans—nuts soaked in salted water and gently dehydrated—offer improved digestibility and a more satisfying … Read more

Here’s a go-to busy-day recipe you’ll make again and again: a simple chef’s salad that comes together with whatever you have on hand. It’s ideal for a last-minute lunch or dinner, uses fresh ingredients, and requires only minimal prep. It’s quick, filling, and easy to customize for picky eaters—let everyone add their favorite toppings! Looking … Read more

My baby sister lives about three hours away now, which feels nearly next door after years of being separated by nine-hour drives. Every so often the Godfather, A, and I make the trip to Charlottesville to visit her and her husband, share a meal, and enjoy fall activities. On one recent weekend we went apple … Read more

Decadent whoopie pies get a healthier makeover with whole wheat flour, pumpkin puree, and significantly less added sugar. Below is an improved version of classic whoopie pies that keeps the rich, creamy flavor while swapping some ingredients for better-for-you options. They’re fun to make and especially appealing to kids. Not to date myself, but it … Read more

For the past few weeks sorrel has entirely taken over our vegetable patch. The warm days and nightly showers have encouraged vigorous growth, so no matter how much I harvest it seems to return overnight. As a sorrel enthusiast, I couldn’t be happier — I find myself adding it to nearly every meal of the … Read more

Aren’t these gingerbread men the cutest? I love food that’s both charming and delicious. The warming trio of ginger, cinnamon and molasses is a holiday favorite — comforting to the belly and filling the house with a festive scent. But what if you could sip your favorite holiday cookie? This Clean Eating Gingerbread Smoothie captures … Read more

On my Salt Lake City breakfast tour I’m focusing mainly on newer spots, but there are a few familiar favorites I wanted to include. Beaumont fits that category: it’s become a staple worth revisiting. Today I picked up a breakfast burrito and knew it deserved a place on this list. What I appreciate most about … Read more

Homemade pepper jelly blends sweetness and heat and is simple to make—ideal as an appetizer for guests or as a glaze for roasted meats. This post may contain affiliate links. Click here to learn more about how affiliate links are used on this site. If you’ve never tried pepper jelly, it may sound odd at … Read more