Category: Recipes
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OVERNIGHT OATS (2 RECIPES)
I’m such a sucker for time hacks. I’m all about efficiency and overnight oats definitely gives me that validation feeling. I love that I can plan what I eat for breakfast the day before. This saves me a lot of time in the mornings because half the battle is just deciding what to eat. I’m…
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TOASTED SESAME SUGAR
I am a huge sesame seed fan. I love the nutty flavor and I feel like they make meals more exciting. I made toasted sesame sugar to add to my tea and I’m pretty much obsessed with it now. Sugar made out of sesame seeds might sound a little weird, I know. But sesame syrup…
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ICED CHAI LATTE
The warmth of the summer may still be lingering but the feeling of fall is in the air. I love a good chai this time of the year. The creaminess of the milk, the spices, I love it all. This iced chai latte is one of my favorite recipes and it’s really got me looking…
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END OF SUMMER SALAD
The end of summer is upon us. This end of summer salad is the perfect recipe to wrap up the summer. As a die hard lover of all things fall, I couldn’t be more excited about the changing season. To be honest, this was a weird summer for me. I went through a lot of…
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BLUEBERRY BASIL LEMONADE
This blueberry basil lemonade might be my favorite lemonade recipe. It’s so easy to make and the basil adds a tinge of savory to the sweetness of the blueberry and tartness of the lemons. It’s pretty perfect in my opinion. I was originally going to use strawberries but I didn’t want the lemonade to be…
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WATERMELON SALAD
For me, summers are all about salads. I love the challenge of finding different salads that don’t seem repetitive or boring. This watermelon salad is neither of those. If you’re looking to spice up your regular boring salad, look no further. This one is a gorgeous and delicious blend of whole and nutritious foods. I…
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PISTACHIO MILK
Meet your new favorite milk. If you’ve never made an alternative milk at home before this one is a good place to start. Pistachio milk is a simple DIY that you’ll want to keep in your recipe book. It feels like a special occasion type drink for those fancy times in life. Funny story, around…
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PEACH CAPRESE SALAD
I’m a sucker for snacks. I’m more of a grazer than a meal eater so this peach caprese salad is right up my alley. I wanted to do a summer twist on a classic caprese salad and I thought what would be more perfect than adding peaches? It’s the ultimate summer snack. Traditionally, we’ve got…
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FROZEN YOGURT BARS
If you’re looking for a simple and quick snack to make that is also healthy, you’ve come to the right place. These frozen yogurt bars are the best. They’re basically frozen parfaits in cute little square shapes. The base is Greek yogurt. I went with strawberry flavor since it’s my favorite. Vanilla would also work…
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CHOCOLATE COFFEE (MOCHA) MILKSHAKE
I’ve officially entered my milkshake phase. It’s been a bit of a challenge since I’ve also been trying to cut back on sugar, so I’ve given myself a compromise. I will allow myself to eat all the sugar I want (within reason, of course) on the weekends. It makes me look forward to the weekends.…
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HOW TO MAKE SUN TEA
If you haven’t already put sun tea on your summer bucket list, here’s your nudge to do so. I didn’t grow up with this awesome tradition so I’m starting it now. If you’re like me and didn’t grow up with the magic of the sun brewing your tea, I’m going to show you how to…
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HOW TO MAKE OAT MILK AT HOME
I’m a big fan of alternative milks. I’ll use whole milk in baking recipes, but if I ever drink milk directly I would definitely choose an alternative milk. I made almond milk and cashew milk and they were both awesome so i figured why not keep going and see what else I can create? Today…
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BROWNIE COFFEE AFFOGATO
When I first started this blog I made an affogato and although it was just a few years ago, at the time it felt like such an exotic thing to make. I barely knew what it was when I made the recipe. I was eager to try to but honestly, I would have never known…
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ACAI BOWLS FOR DAYS
There’s this really cute raw juice place down the street from my house that I absolutely adore. I would go there everyday if I could but they are pretty spendy. They’re worth every penny, but still… I have bills, ya know? So I went on Amazon and bought myself some acai powder so can make…
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FROZEN YOGURT BLUEBERRIES
Since I’ve been on a mission to cut back on processed sweets, I’ve re-discovered my love of fruit. It has allowed me to substitute healthier fruit options instead of a candy bar or ice cream. These frozen yogurt blueberries are exactly what I needed to help me get through my sugar addiction. They are super…
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STRAWBERRY & ASPARAGUS SALAD
I’m cooking my way to happiness this summer. I’m determined to enjoy it and I have to admit that it’s going pretty well. This is definitely the summer of fruit and I think I’m going to make that a summer traditional from now on. Today I’m using fresh strawberries combined with cast iron roasted asparagus…
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BAKED PEACH + GOAT CHEESE
If you haven’t noticed yet, I’ve been on a big peach kick. I’ve definitely been stepping my peach game up. I’ve felt very inspired by them and tend to gravitate toward them at the grocery store. They’re too good to pass up. And I can’t believe I’ve overlooked them this long. I love canned peaches…
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S’MORES SKILLET COOKIE
Cookie + chocolate bars + graham crackers and marshmallows, yes. Yes. This s’mores skillet cookie is the ultimate summer cookie and I can’t get enough. I borrowed my skillet chocolate chip cookie to make this baby, but I left out the chocolate chips since I wanted to add the Hershey’s chocolate pieces on top. As…
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MAN, I LOVE PESTO!
There’s something about summer that makes me die for pesto. Maybe because it doesn’t feel heavy, I always love a good light snack when it’s warm out. I also love using it as a sandwich spread, and I generally only eat sandwiches in the summer. Whatever the reason, I love pesto! I have very limited…
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BUTTERFLY PEA & BLUEBERRY POPS
Have you tried butterfly pea tea yet? In case you’re unfamiliar, it’s an herbal tea that brews into a gorgeous blue color and turns a lovely shade of violet when acid (citrus or vinegar) is added. It’s currently a trendy tea in small cafes and specialty tea shops. The colors the tea produce is unreal.…