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Following the Whole30 diet? You will love these Sloppy Joe bowls!
By JULIE BRINKLEY Following a healthy diet doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice taste. This recipe for Sloppy Joe bowls is delicious and...
Apr 2, 20241 min read


The next time you’re in Fort Worth, try one of the city’s newest restaurants, Hudson House.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you need an out-of-town date, make plans to try one of Fort Worth’s newest restaurants, Hudson House. My first...
Mar 21, 20242 min read


Post workout lunch: This Greek-inspired cottage cheese bowl has 30 grams of protein.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you know me, you know that I’m always on a diet. And with The Daughter getting married in less than six months...
Mar 18, 20241 min read


Following a keto plan? Then you will love this cauliflower pizza bake.
By Julie Brinkley I’m continuing my series on healthy recipes that follow popular diet plans, and if keto is your thing, this recipe for...
Mar 12, 20241 min read


One skillet dish: This creamy spinach and chicken meal is keto friendly and super delicious!
By JULIE BRINKLEY If you follow a keto-friendly diet, this dish is for you. Click here to watch how I make it and enjoy! WHAT YOU NEED 1...
Mar 5, 20241 min read


If you love a good espresso martini, this pre-made mix is pretty dang good.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ve tried my hand at bartending, and aside from pouring wine, I’m exceptionally bad at it. My attempt at making...
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Stephenville’s hidden gem: El Corral Restaurant dishes up authentic Mexican food and unique cocktails in new bar.Â
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Some people call it Stephenville’s hidden gem, a quaint eatery located inside a nondescript building on East...
Feb 8, 20242 min read


Mediterranean diet: Black lentils, Moroccan spices pack tasty punch in these harissa chicken bowls.
By JULIE BRINKLEY I’m continuing my series on healthy eating with a final recipe that is perfect for those following a Mediterranean...
Feb 6, 20241 min read


Chickpea Italian chopped salad, salmon bites make perfect dinner for those following a Mediterranean diet.
By Julie Brinkley I’m continuing my series on healthy eating with two more recipes perfect for those following a Mediterranean diet....
Jan 30, 20241 min read


If you’re following a Mediterranean diet, you will love these chicken patties with tzatziki sauce.
By Julie Brinkley The Mediterranean diet is one of the most popular trends in the U.S. And this recipe for chicken patties is absolutely...
Jan 23, 20241 min read


Green chiles, cilantro and Greek yogurt make this white chicken chili uniquely different.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: There is nothing I love more for dinner than a warm bowl of comfort on a...
Jan 11, 20241 min read


Greek bison burgers are packed with lean ingredients and tons of nutrients.
By JULIE BRINKLEY These delicious Greek bison burgers are fueling our bodies in preparation to run the Houston Marathon next week. This...
Jan 9, 20241 min read


Enjoy an elevated dining experience at Hico’s newest restaurant, Oma Leen’s.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE My brother-in-law Jake and sister-in-law Kayla have been telling The Husband and I that we need to take a short...
Jan 7, 20241 min read


Flavorful, low carb cabbage casserole for the win.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I love a new recipe that’s actually good, don’t you? I try a lot of duds and mediocre dishes I’ll never repeat, but...
Jan 4, 20241 min read


I’m hoping these cookies made with bananas and oatmeal will help get rid of those sugar cravings.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Here’s what happens when you eat like Elf at Christmas: You gain four pounds. That’s me: Elf, up four ugly pounds...
Jan 3, 20241 min read


Kick off 2024 with healthy salmon sushi bowls your family will love!
By JULIE BRINKLEY Happy New Year! With the holidays officially behind us, it’s time to focus on getting back to healthy eating. This...
Jan 2, 20241 min read


Pure comfort: Slow cooker steak bites are The Husband’s new fave. I bet you love them too.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I love using the slow cooker. I like the way it makes the house smell and the cozy feels it brings. This recipe for...
Dec 25, 20231 min read


No baking required: Cold Smoke Craft House is more than great coffee. There's goodies too.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE There are three reasons I don’t do much baking. 1.    I’m not very good at it. 2.    Our kids no longer live at...
Dec 21, 20231 min read


Bring these festive and tasty cranberry meatballs to your next holiday party.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m moving a little slow today because there was a lot of celebrating (and wine) at a Christmas party we went to...
Dec 18, 20231 min read


Be the hostess with the mostest: The fabulous Brandy Ice makes its return this holiday season.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It appears that I am set to be the hostess with the mostest for the second year in a row thanks to this fancy winter...
Dec 14, 20231 min read


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