Orange Puff Cookies
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Orange Puff Cookies

What is it about these Orange Puff Cookies that makes them so irresistible? They are light and fluffy and nearly melt in your mouth, with a subtle orange flavor. These cookies are delicious left plain, rolled in powdered sugar, or frosted. Sugar cookies are quite versatile. You can add different extracts to the dough and…

Chewy Apple Oat and Raisin Cookies
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Chewy Apple Oat and Raisin Cookies

Chewy Apple Oat and Raisin Cookies are, without a doubt, the ultimate oatmeal cookie. These cookies are going to sweep you off your feet! The chopped apples are so subtle that you will question if they are even there, yet you notice a hint of something extra wonderful about the cookies. Of course, the more…

Healthy Zucchini Muffins ~ Low FODMAP & Dairy-Free
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Healthy Zucchini Muffins ~ Low FODMAP & Dairy-Free

Start your day deliciously with a couple of Healthy Zucchini Muffins, or grab one for a snack when that mid-afternoon hunger hits. You will be amazed at how light and fluffy these zucchini muffins are, and if you are like me, you will want to drop a few handfuls of mini chocolate chips in the…

No-Bake Chocolate Krispie Cups
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No-Bake Chocolate Krispie Cups

No-Bake Chocolate Krispie Cups are perfect little cups to hold all kinds of tasty fillings. They are super easy to make and the only cooking required is melting the chocolate in the microwave. The two popular fillings at our house are:  Peanut butter no-bake energy bite delights The vegan chocolate chip cookie dough ball recipe…

Homemade Seasoned Sweet Potato Fries
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Homemade Seasoned Sweet Potato Fries

Homemade Seasoned Sweet Potato Fries are easier than you might think and much better for you too. If sweet potatoes aren’t your “thing” this recipe is just as delicious using russet potatoes. The first time I made these seasoned fries my family ate the entire pan…even the cold ones. The recipe called for regular baking…

Peanut Butter No-Bake Energy Bite Delights ~ Healthy Candy
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Peanut Butter No-Bake Energy Bite Delights ~ Healthy Candy

My husband named these new Peanut Butter No-Bake Energy Bite Delights. I felt that since he had devoured (with a little help) 8 batches of these in less than one month he definitely should be the one who named them. I personally think these energy bites taste like candy!! The pure maple syrup, oats, and…

Spicy Thai Lettuce Wraps
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Spicy Thai Lettuce Wraps

Spicy Thai Lettuce Wraps are a weeknight dream come true. This quick, easy, low-fat, and surprisingly versatile recipe is perfect for those who need easy and delicious dinner ideas…like me! The filling for these tasty lettuce wraps can be served in a variety of ways: Lettuce cups Spring Roll Wraps Tortillas On salads Bowls With…

Peanut Butter Oaties ~ Flourless Gluten-Free Cookies
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Peanut Butter Oaties ~ Flourless Gluten-Free Cookies

These flourless Peanut Butter Oaties, are going to blow you away! Chewy, sweet, cookies that have just 1/4 cup of butter in the entire recipe. No gluten, corn, or soy will be found in these oat cookies and subbing coconut, beet, or Monkfruit Sweetener is fine for the cane sugar. Shortening or coconut oil can be…

Corny Cornbread ~ Allergy-Friendly Options
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Corny Cornbread ~ Allergy-Friendly Options

Corny cornbread might be the perfect side dish, and fresh homemade cornbread has always been a crowd favorite. My husband created this flavorful cornbread using my 20-year-old treasured home-style cornbread recipe. He proudly calls it corny cornbread, so sticking with that name for this post is only fair. This sweet, tender bread has little bits…

Healthy Instant Pot Black Bean Soup
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Healthy Instant Pot Black Bean Soup

This new healthy instant pot black bean soup recipe is so incredibly easy it’s perfect for busy weeknights. I think it’s fair to say that I might be getting the hang of this whole Instant Pot thing. With all the flavorful spices there was no reason for me to add any fat to this recipe….