What do you take to a potluck? How do you choose your recipes? The truth is, I tend to fall on old habits & prepare a recipe I think is reasonably simple or that people request. While that’s totally fine & probably natural- I’ve been wanting to try more new things! Modern Potluck by Kristin Donnelly is easily one of my favorite new cookbooks! Keep reading to find out why!…
Snacking Throughout the Day Made Easier
Lately my life has been completely crazy. I’ve been completely off my normal schedule & it is only getting more intense. So what’s this mean for my eating habits? Well…let’s just say I’m not exactly making the best decisions. I’m either completely forgetting to eat or snacking on junk throughout the day. So how am I fixing that? Keep reading to find out how I’m loving my snacks with 25% less sugar & lots of fiber!…
Moving In & Moving Out: Tips & Tricks
When you’re a military family- you know you’re moving. Sometimes people get lucky but usually we move pretty frequently. Our most recent move was a tough one & we learned a lot of tough lessons. The truth is moving is hard. Even if you’re excited to go somewhere new the whole ordeal is just that- an ordeal. I’ve gathered up some of my favorite tips & tricks I rely on time after time- keep reading to check them out!…
American Heart Association Healthy Fats, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook Review
I feel like this is one of those cookbooks everyone has heard of. Probably. The American Heart Association has put out lots of cookbooks over the years- this is actually the 5th edition of the American Heart Association Healthy Fats, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook as well. When it comes to what’s inside…I’m torn! Keep reading to find out why!…
Refreshing Blueberry, Mint, & Lemon Greek Yogurt Bowl
Want a recipe that will perk you right up? This yogurt bowl is sweet but also really bright- perfectly perky in the morning or as a snack. I personally love the combination of lemon & blueberry. Normally you see it in cheesecakes or bars but here is a fresher take. Plus it is super easy! Keep reading to put together the pieces!…
Green Goddess Won Ton Salad Cups Recipe
I’m so excited to bring you guys this recipe! These Green Goddess Won Ton Salad Cups are super easy to make, adapt to what you have in your fridge, & taste a bit like a cheat meal…without being one! Want to see how to make them? I also have my tips for making the perfect little won ton cups too! Keep reading to check it out!…
7 Foods Perfect for Healthy Travel Snacking!
Ready for some road trips? Today I’m sharing some of my absolute favorite snacks perfect for the occasion that you can purchase yourself online. I make a lot of our snacks myself in the dehydrator but I definitely have some options that are easily accessible & totally worth the splurge as well! Keep reading to check them out!…
Koreatown- the Cookbook You’ll Actually Learn Something In
If you’ve been reading for any length of time then you likely know I’m an Asian food fan. Or freak. Whichever. I am constantly posting on Instagram (follow me here & for beauty posts check me out here!) about Asian-inspired dishes I’m tweaking & playing with. I grew up on Thai food especially. & I am PRO Asian market for just about everything. So when this new cookbook popped up from a well-known area (I’m from Southern California) as well as other Korean hangouts I was in! Keep reading to check out why you’ll be reaching for Koreatown: A Cookbook by ….
Quick Gym Essentials Guide- My Must-Haves!
Lately I have been all about bettering myself. Last year I did a great job distancing myself from negative people & that helped so much! This year I’ve been looking at overall wellness- both body & mind. Workouts helps in both of those areas!! Today I thought I’d go over some of my absolute must-haves when loading up my gym bag….
Coloring Inside the Paris Street Style Lines with Zoe de la Cases
If you’ve been following me on instagram (I have two! Home in High Heels here & my All Things Beautiful XO account here!) then you might be noticing my transition to a healthier life. Along with making healthier food & exercise choices, I’m also trying to fulfill my personal requirements. This means taking time out for myself & getting back to hobbies I truly enjoy. Thus the coloring book reviews lately! Keep reading to see Paris Street Style Coloring Book is kismet for me….
The Best & Lightest: 150 Healthy Recipes
Things I especially love in a cookbook? #1- healthy recipe ideas. #2- fresh ingredients. & #3- something engaging. I also love beautiful photography but that’s a whole other post. The Best and Lightest: 150 Healthy Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner from Food Network checks all my boxes & then some. Keep reading to see why you’ll want to check it out!…
Weekly Dinner Menu #3
Ready for another week? I’ve been prepping each Sunday for my dinners- & it helps so much! This week we’re bringing you a bit of everything. & Mexican Wedding Cookies! YUM! Feel free to comment below if you have any recipe requests & don’t forget to follow Home in High Heels on Instagram at @homeinhighheels to see what I’m eating throughout the week as well! Cheers to a great week…& Valentine’s Day!
Weekly dinner menu hostesses are:
Summer Scraps – Home in High Heels – Penney Lane – The Crafty Blog Stalker
My Mommy Brain – Mom’s Messy Miracles – It’s Me Deb CB – The Dwelling Tree…
Every Little Thing: A Flat Vernacular Coloring Book by Payton Cosell Turner
Coloring books are all the rage- & I’ve been sucked in. I like patterns but I LOVE quirky. Every Little Thing is fabulously quirky & has lovely pictures often dealing with animals, plants, & 1980s inspired items. I love every single page- some have cats on cell phones while others have birds & junk food. What’s not to love about that? Keep reading to see inside!…
Weekly Dinner Menu #2
Hey everyone! Long time no talk! Have you ever been so sick you just couldn’t accomplish anything but TV watching? That was me. Now that I’m feeling a bit better (not 100% but I’m pushing through) it is time to get back to our regularly scheduled programming! Sunday I was supposed to share but forgive me for being a day late! Each week I’ll be sharing recipes to get you through the weekly dinners- try something new & get organized at the same time! This will also let you check out some of my favorite bloggers which is always a good thing! So tell me- what are you making for dinner this week?
Weekly dinner menu hostesses are:
Summer Scraps – Home in High Heels – Penney Lane – The Crafty Blog Stalker
My Mommy Brain – Mom’s Messy Miracles – It’s Me Deb CB – The Dwelling Tree
Sunday
Monday
Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
Tuesday
Wednesday
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato, Quinoa, Black Bean Chili
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Seared Ahi Tuna with Mushrooms, Peas, & Couscous
Dessert
Bacon Jalapeno Popper Pita Pizza Recipe
Bacon & Jalapenos are two of my favorite things. Another favorite thing? Poppers- ooey, gooey, cheesy poppers. Oh, & pizza? Yes. That too. Basically this recipe is a bunch of my favorite things crammed into the easiest single-serving recipe pretty much ever. Keep reading to check it out!…
Getting Past Feeling Sick- & Killing Time!
I’ve been sick for what feels like months. What is it about colder weather that just shoots down my immune system! Working from home means I can take a lot of breaks which is super important but sick is sick. Miserable is miserable, right? Today I’m talking about some of my favorite activities when I’m just not feeling 100%- plus two of my favorite teas! Keep reading for my tips & sips!…
