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Nothing screams summer more than this watermelon and feta salad.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â We just returned home from a 10-day trip sailing through the British Virgin Islands. Â We hired a fully crewed...
Jun 301 min read


These chicken caesar smash tacos will be a smash for a quick summer dinner!
By Julie Brinkley  These quick and easy chicken caesar smash tacos are something your family will love.  And you’ll get bonus points...
Jun 241 min read


Straight from the garden: This Asian cucumber salad is obsession worthy.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The VB’s third annual garden is off to a pretty good start. We scaled back this summer, but are still getting plenty...
Jun 221 min read


Looking to increase your protein intake? Make this Greek wrap.
By Julie Brinkley  Protein is in.  And if you’re looking to add more to your diet, this easy-to-make, low cal meal checks the box.  ...
Jun 181 min read


Let’s make a spring roll cucumber salad (with a side of Chick-fil-A.)
By Julie Brinkley  It’s a busy night, so I'm making this easy and delicious meal at home that will include a side of Chick-fil-A.  If...
Jun 101 min read


For a fresh, summery take on tacos, try these made with chicken and teriyaki.
By Julie Brinkley  Summer is upon us, which means it’s time for lighter fare.  This recipe for teriyaki chicken tacos is on repeat at...
Jun 31 min read


Cooking with Julie: Let's make chicken and pasta on the Blackstone.
The grand finale!
May 131 min read


Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with carne asada rice bowls. And we are making it on the Blackstone!
By Julie Brinkley  It’s Cinco de Mayo and that means it’s time to make a little carne asada.  We are going to put ours in a rice bowl,...
May 61 min read


Thai crispy rice salad is full of fresh herbs, vegetables and big flavors.
By Julie Brinkley  This recipe for Thai crispy rice salad is cool and refreshing and makes the perfect summertime meal.  It’s full of...
Apr 291 min read


Low cal creamy chicken casserole was easy to make and incredibly delicious. It’s now on repeat.
This tastes a lot better than it looks. By SARA VANDEN BERGE I needed a quick and easy meal for dinner this week and a search for low...
Apr 231 min read


Lemon balsamic chicken and potatoes: This one-pan meal is full of nutrients and interesting flavors.
By Julie Brinkley  If you’re not on the sheet pan bandwagon, it’s time.  This is an interesting and healthy recipe for sheet pan lemon...
Apr 151 min read


Add these sloppy joe bowls to your family’s dinner rotation.
This sloppy joe bowl is a new family fave. By SARA VANDEN BERGE  I’ve been on the hunt for tasty bowls, so when I stumbled on one with...
Apr 132 min read


Add these Asian style beef lettuce wraps to your list of quick and easy springtime meals.
By Julie Brinkley  This is one of the few meals I love so much that I double the recipe so there’s leftovers.  It’s simple to make with...
Apr 81 min read


Check out this recipe for high protein jalapeno popper cheeseburger bites
By Julie Brinkley  I love jalapeno poppers and this recipe with hamburger adds a unique twist and makes it a meal.  This high protein,...
Mar 251 min read


Low calorie cherry dessert The Husband says tastes like a fancy donut.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â For those of us (like me) living on a constant diet, I find myself scrolling skinnytok more than I should. Â And...
Mar 181 min read


Add a little heat to your next meal with this hot honey (and healthy) chicken bowl.
By Julie Brinkley  If you are looking to spice up your life, this TikTok inspired recipe for hot honey (and healthy) chicken bowls will...
Mar 111 min read


Featuring 72 TVs and capacity for 350, Buffalo Wild Wings opens on campus of Tarleton State University.
Photo/TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Wings, beer and sports are officially being served up...
Mar 102 min read


Comfort food with a twist: Let’s make a lemony chicken and rice bake.
By Julie Brinkley  This healthy one pan skillet recipe from TikTok is a family-friendly meal everyone will love.  The lemony twist on...
Mar 41 min read


Cheers! Azteca Mexican Bar and Grill adds brunch to its weekend service, and it’s delish.
We started our Saturday feeling very fancy at Azteca. By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â The Husband and I got a special note hand-delivered to our...
Mar 11 min read


Healthy, quick and easy Korean beef bowls your family will love.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Â This tasty recipe for Korean beef bowls is easy to make and something your family will enjoy. Â With lots of...
Feb 181 min read


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