Add some healthy fats to your classic tuna salad by folding in creamy chunks of fresh avocado. This simple, flavorful avocado tuna salad is a quick, satisfying lunch or snack that’s full of protein, good fats, and bright, fresh flavor. The salad is delicious on its own, scooped with crackers or tortilla chips, piled on … Read more

Chicken Parmesan Quinoa Casserole is a comforting, protein-rich dinner the whole family will love. Tender, parmesan-crusted chicken breasts sit over a flavorful quinoa and marinara base filled with sautéed vegetables. This oven-baked, one-dish meal is simple to prepare, nutrient dense, and makes great leftovers—perfect for busy weeknights. Featured Comment “I make this ALL THE TIME. … Read more

Love Twix bars and want to add more protein to your snacks? This Protein Peanut Butter Twix recipe gives you that candy-bar flavor with better ingredients. These bars are crunchy, chocolate-coated, and feature a peanut butter caramel filling plus protein powder in the cookie layer—each bar contains roughly 6g of protein. They’re a satisfying, freezer-ready … Read more

Freeze berries at home so you always have them ready for smoothies, baking, sauces and snacks. This clear, practical guide shows how to freeze strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries in five easy steps. Follow these simple techniques to preserve flavor and avoid clumps so you can grab perfectly frozen berries whenever you need them. Freezing … Read more

Happy Friday, friends! I’m excited to be partnering with my friends at ASICS and grateful they’ve invited me to share my running story. ASICS recently updated the fit on the GEL‑Nimbus 20, and I’m genuinely impressed. As someone who’s had foot injuries, wearing well‑supported running shoes is essential for me. My Running Story If you’ve … Read more

Eggs in a Basket, also known as Egg in a Hole or Egg in a Frame, is a playful and satisfying breakfast that combines toast and a fried egg cooked together in one pan. Crack the egg directly into a hole cut from a slice of bread for an easy open-faced sandwich that’s quick to … Read more

It’s cherry season in the Midwest, and I’m all in. These Cherry Almond Croissant Baked Oats capture the buttery, nutty flavor of an almond croissant with bright, fresh cherries folded into a wholesome baked oatmeal. They’re a satisfying breakfast or snack that’s easy to make, travels well, and keeps beautifully for meal prep. My little … Read more

These steak fajitas are a simple, family-friendly weeknight dinner. Thinly sliced, well-seasoned flank steak combines with colorful sautéed peppers and onions for a quick, balanced meal that comes together in under an hour. Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings. The Very Best Steak Fajitas If you love fajita night but want it fast … Read more

My chili crunch salmon with creamy coconut brothy rice is cozy, nourishing, and surprisingly simple to prepare. Inspired by the viral brothy chicken-and-rice trend, this version swaps in salmon and adds a savory, slightly spicy twist that elevates the whole bowl. The salmon sears in the same pot used to make the broth, building an … Read more

This crockpot lasagna is a weeknight hero: layered with uncooked lasagna noodles, a creamy cheese mixture, and a savory meat sauce, it cooks entirely in the slow cooker for a simple, comforting meal. The result is tender noodles, melty cheese, and a rich tomato-beef sauce without the fuss of traditional oven-baked lasagna. What You Need … Read more