Recipe Blog

June 22, 2022

Frosted Maple Rhubarb Cookies (Grain Free, Refined Sugar Free)

These soft and fluffy summer cookies are studded with bits of rhubarb and coconut and covered in cream cheese frosting.

June 16, 2022

Herbed Chicken Salad

This is one of several easy meals that I use in rotation on busy days. They are completely made from scratch but only take about 30 minutes to prepare.

May 30, 2022

How to Care for and Use a Sourdough Starter

Learn what, when, and how to feed your sourdough starter for successful baking.

May 21, 2022

Blueberry Banana Smoothie with Hidden Broccoli Microgreens (Toddler Approved)

You and your kids will love this colorful purple smoothie that is full of nutrients!

May 19, 2022

Healthy Family Picnic + Places to Picnic near Sioux Falls

Here are my family's favorite nature areas around Sioux Falls and some ideas of easy to pack healthy picnic foods.

May 5, 2022

Microgreens: Health Benefits and Recipes for These Supercharged Greens

What are microgreens? How healthy are they? How to eat them?

April 28, 2022

Easy Peel Hardboiled Eggs

This method makes hard boiled so easy to peel that even a two year old can do it!

April 25, 2022

Easy Breakfast Sausage Patties Made With Ground Beef or Pork

Finding easy home made alternatives to processed meat products is a huge win for me. These breakfast sausage patties are great with pastured eggs for a protein packed breakfast to...

April 4, 2022

The Key to Knowing WHEN to Plant Your Garden

I used to be so confused and uncertain about when was the right time to plant our garden. But no longer!

March 7, 2022

3 Things You Can Make with a Flopped Loaf of Bread (and 1 Thing You Shouldn't Make)

Learning to bake bread is a journey, and along the way, there will probably be some loaves of bread that "flop". But don't let them go to waste!

March 7, 2022

My Top 3 Resources for Learning About Sourdough Bread

One book, one article, and one video that have been helpful for me in my sourdough journey.

February 23, 2022

Must-Have Tools for Making Sourdough Bread

My kitchen is small so each item I own has to earn its keep. Here are tools that I consider essential for sourdough break making, followed by some optional items...

February 14, 2022

Easy Beginner Sourdough Bread

If you have recently acquired some sourdough starter and are excited to make your first loaf of bread, this recipe is for you!

January 18, 2022

Curry Butternut Soup

This smooth butternut soup is spiced with curry flavors and excellent topped with yogurt and fresh herbs.

December 21, 2021

Better Than Subway Double Chocolate Cookies

My husband claims these taste "better than Subway cookies". I've not had Subway cookies myself, so can't verify that claim, but will offer these up for your judgment. Using unrefined sugar,...

December 8, 2021

Superfood Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

With the addition of microgreens and flaxseed, this smoothie is a nutritional powerhouse to start your day!

December 2, 2021

Soft and Fluffy Sourdough Hamburger Buns or Dinner Rolls

These sourdough buns provide a happy home for your grassfed burgers, but they can also be shaped into dinner rolls and eaten warm drizzled with honey.

December 2, 2021

Whole Wheat Sourdough Pita Pockets

Whole wheat pitas made with sourdough starter provide a healthy pocket for chicken salad, roast beef, or scrambled eggs.

November 28, 2021

My Favorite Sourdough Recipes from Around the Internet

Here I'm sharing tried and true sourdough recipes and information that I've found on other websites.

November 28, 2021

Anna's Whole Wheat Sourdough Sandwich Bread

Sourdough bread made with whole wheat flour? Yes it can be done!

November 1, 2021

Pumpkin Custard (Tastes Like Pumpkin Pie!)

Pumpkin pie is one of my favorite desserts. With this pumpkin custard, I get to enjoy the same sweet cinnamon-spiced flavors of pumpkin pie in a creamy custard topped with a...

October 15, 2021

Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

This husband-approved recipe features baked sweet potatoes topped with Philly cheesesteak style ground beef, peppers, and cheese.

September 27, 2021

Eggplant Strata

Strata is typically a breakfast casserole made with eggs and cubed bread. In my version, the addition of soft spongy eggplant reduces the amount of bread used and adds more...

August 1, 2021

My Favorite Easy Refrigerator Pickles (Claussen Dill Pickle Clones)

My friend Jill originally shared this recipe with me. After making them myself, I have added a few notes to make the process easy for you!

July 24, 2021

Cheeseburger Soup- Your Family Will Love (Gluten and Grain Free)

This hearty soup has all the fun flavors of a cheeseburger with plenty of protein from the beef, milk, and cheese.

July 24, 2021

Rainbow Chicken Curry Soup

This colorful and flavorful soup is a great way to use up a refrigerator or freezer full of veggies.

July 24, 2021

Thai Peanut Chicken Wraps

I combined the sauce from my Thai Chicken Pizza recipe with crunchy veggies, precooked chicken, and herbs all wrapped up in a tortilla. It is easy to make ahead and pack for on-the-go meals.

July 24, 2021

Best Way to Cook Pastured Chicken Legs in the Oven

After experimenting with different methods, I've finally found the best way to bake chicken legs that yields the best result with minimum effort.

July 24, 2021

Filipino Fried Eggplant (A Recipe from Our Honeymoon)

This may be the ugliest looking food on this blog, but I promise this fried eggplant is delicious- soft and silky on the inside with a crispy seasoned crust.

July 23, 2021

Roasted Garlic and Heirloom Tomato Soup

This tomato soup is super easy to make and rich with tomato, garlic, and basil flavor.

July 22, 2021

Mini Eggplant Pizzas

These mini eggplant pizzas are one of my favorite ways to enjoy eggplant.

July 7, 2021

Top 3 Ways to Use Edible Flowers

With these 3 easy ideas, you can instantly turn an ordinary dish into a beautiful work of art.

June 25, 2021

3 Ingredient Vitamin C Gummies for Kids

With only 3 ingredients, these gummy vitamins are quick to make and have proved to be an easy and fun way to get a toddler to take vitamins.

June 17, 2021

Creamy Mushroom Sage Chicken and Rice Skillet

The flavor of fresh sage leaves complements the mushrooms in this comforting chicken and rice skillet.

June 6, 2021

Four Ingredient Very Berry Soft Serve (Dairy and Sugar Free)

Here's an easy to make dessert or afternoon snack that the whole family will enjoy. You can feel good about making them this dairy free and sugar free treat that's full of antioxidant...