Use just 6 dried spices from your pantry to make this delicious homemade poultry seasoning. Much cheaper than the store-bought version, add loads of flavor to chicken, vegetables, and more with this easy spice blend that packs a flavorful punch! My husband said to me the other day, “What’s for dinner? And please don’t tell me chicken and sweet potatoes.” As a family, we were on the Whole30 at the time. He ... Continue Reading
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Potato Buttermilk Bread
This buttermilk potato bread recipe is a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes. It’s flavorful, moist, and fluffy on the inside with a golden-brown crust – perfect for sandwiches or toast! I used to buy our bread at the store. But one day I ran out of bread, and I thought that it couldn’t possibly be that difficult to make. So, I attempted my first batch of homemade bread using an easy bread recipe like ... Continue Reading
Easy Soft Pretzel Recipe
Try this easy soft pretzel recipe for delicious, chewy pretzels that taste and smell like they’re straight out of the gourmet pretzel shop! You can even make these pretzels gluten-free! One of the questions I get most often is “What do you guys eat for snacks?” Unfortunately, my answer is quite plain and not very exciting: fruit. Since starting our real food journey several years ago, snacking has ... Continue Reading
Homemade Cheez Its
These healthy homemade cheez its are super easy to make, with only 3 ingredients! My kids LOVE when I make a batch (or two) of these yummy cheese crackers. Can be made gluten-free and keto too! I have a handful of recipes that I know are home runs…Mini Chocolate Chip Scones and Our Favorite Easy Beans and Rice and Fudgy Paleo Brownies, to name a few. I can tell because the table is silent, except for the ... Continue Reading
Homemade Bisquick
Homemade Bisquick comes together in less than 5 minutes, giving you all of the convenience and classic flavor of the yellow box, without the unnecessary additives and sweeteners. Save money and mix up a batch today! Even though I make most of our foods from scratch now, it’s still nice to have some shortcuts. Cooking every single meal from scratch is hard work, and every now and then I just want something ... Continue Reading
The Best Healthy Food to Buy in Bulk
Buy in bulk to save money on a variety of grocery items. Here’s my list of 20+ healthy foods that will last a least a year in storage, plus helpful tips on HOW to store all your bulk buys! Buying in bulk is one of the fail-proof grocery tips that works consistently, time and time again. You get a lower price per unit of the item that you’re buying because you’re buying a larger amount at one ... Continue Reading
Eating Real Food on a Budget
Learning to save on food isn’t hard, but it does take work! Use this extensive list of 20 tips to learn how to save money on groceries, so you can feed your family healthy food on a budget. Years ago, my husband asked if we could cut out the boxes of processed food we relied on for the bulk of our meals. For a minute I’m sure I looked like a deer caught in headlights. What would we eat?! We didn’t have ... Continue Reading
How to Make Powdered Sugar
Make your own confectioners sugar with only 2 ingredients! Learn how to make powdered sugar yourself using a blender or coffee grinder. Use for baking or sprinkle on your favorite treats! I love it when I’m able to do something myself and save tons of time and money. Like cutting a whole pineapple? That’s $5 saved. Or making my own oat flour - that’s 30 minutes AND $3 at least because I’m not driving ... Continue Reading
Easy Baking Hacks for the Home Baker
Don’t have an ingredient you need to finish your recipe? No worries! With these easy baking tips, you can get the ingredients you need in minutes! Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you’re baking and you run out of one ingredient? Enter panic mode. I’ve been there too. But, over the years, I’ve picked up on a few of the best easy baking hacks that have saved me from a trip to the grocery store ... Continue Reading
Carrot Zucchini Muffins with Apples
These healthy zucchini muffins contain no refined sugar and are packed with whole grains and vegetables. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, and freezer-friendly so you can make a delicious kid-approved meal for now and later! We’ve all been there. A giant bag of zucchini arrives on your doorstep, thanks to your sweet neighbor, or you realize all 40 zucchinis in your garden are ready for picking in a ... Continue Reading
