Chicken caprese smash tacos By Julie Brinkley   My family loves a good smash taco, so I have another recipe to share.   If you like caprese chicken, you will LOVE these tacos!   Click here to watch a video on how they are made.     WHAT YOU NEED   1 lb. ground chicken   4 flour tortillas   2 tsp Italian seasoning   1 tsp garlic powder   1 egg, beaten     1 cup Panko bread crumbs   Cherry tomatoes   Parmesan cheese   Fresh basil   One clove garlic   Olive oil   Salt and peppe

Sugar cookie bars make a special after-school treat! By Sarah-McNeal Weaver   Some days we just need something sweet and this recipe for sugar cookie bars makes a great after-school treat.   They are cute, easy to make and super tasty!     WHAT YOU NEED   1 cup softened butter    1 cup of white sugar    Cream together in mixer until smooth.   ADD:   2 tsp vanilla    1 egg    Then mix again.   In a separate bowl, combine:   2 1/4 cups flour    Dash of salt   1 1/2 tsp baking p

By Julie Brinkley   These sheet pan barbecue crispy tacos are a favorite in our house!   They are simple to make and so tasty!     WHAT YOU NEED   1 ½ lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast   1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix   ⅔ cup barbecue sauce   3 tbsp avocado oil     12 corn tortillas   ¼ cup sour cream   2 tbsp mayo   Shredded lettuce   Cheddar Cheese, grated   Chopped dill pickles, plus 2 tbsp pickle juice     HOW TO MAKE IT   Place chicken in small baking dish.    Res

By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   Wondering what to do with all that leftover candy still piled into those Easter baskets?   Make a special treat the whole family will love; granola bars.     The first thing you’ll need to do is raid those baskets for the chocolate.   Here’s what else you need:   2 ½ cups rolled oats (not quick oats, I use old fashioned rolled or protein oats)    1 ½ cups rice crisp cereal (any kind)     ½ c all-purpose flour   dash of cinnamon   dash of salt   Place

By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   Nothing says spring like a light, delicious slice of lemon bread.   This easy recipe for a lemon loaf will make a beautiful addition to your Easter table.     WHAT YOU NEED   1 1/2 cups flour   1 1/2 tsp baking powder    1/2 tsp salt    Zest of lemon    1/2 cup (1 stick) of salted butter      1 cup sugar    2 eggs (room temperature)    1 tsp vanilla    Juice from lemon    1/2 cup whole milk    Dash of white vinegar      HOW TO MAKE IT   Sift flour, po

By Julie Brinkley   Everyone is trying to get enough protein while searching for foods that are equally delish, and this recipe for a hot honey taco bowl satisfies both.   It’s tasty and high in protein.   Click here to watch a video on how it’s made.     WHAT YOU NEED   2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed   1 lb. ground beef   1 packet taco seasoning     2 tbsp olive oil   1 ½ cups cottage cheese   Dressed arugula    Avocado   Hot honey to drizzle     HOW TO MAKE IT   Cube sweet

By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   Nothing satisfies a sweet tooth like a warm slice of banana bread.   It pairs well with a morning cup of coffee and makes a great afternoon snack.   Here’s how you can whip up a loaf for your family.     WHAT YOU NEED 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt   1/2 tsp cinnamon 4 ripe bananas 1 egg, beaten 1 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled 1/4 cup sour cream   HOW TO MAKE IT Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease loa

By Julie Brinkley   If you’re looking for a healthy, delicious (and easy) dinner your family will love, you’ll want to give these chicken Caesar smash tacos a try.   Click here to watch how I make them.     WHAT YOU NEED   1 pound ground chicken   4 flour tortillas   2 tsp Greek seasoning   1 tsp garlic powder   1 egg beaten     1 cup Panko bread crumbs   Romaine lettuce   Caesar dressing (store bought or homemade)   Parmesan cheese   Crispy bacon for topping     HOW TO MAKE

By Julie Brinkley   You don’t have to be a Michelin Star chef to make this recipe from the famed Obstinate Daughter in Charleston.   This Michelin Star restaurant makes a celery apple salad that’s absolutely delicious. I am adding some protein to mine for a healthy dinner.   Click here  to watch a video on how it’s made. THE DRESSING   1 tbsp honey   2 tbsp lemon   2 tbsp olive oil   Salt and pepper   THE SALAD   2 apples, thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)   6-8 stal

By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   If you’re plagued with a sweet tooth, you’ll love this recipe for blondies.   This yummy treat looks like a brownie, but is made with a cookie base and has a “cakey” consistency.   They are easy to make and so, so  good.     WHAT YOU NEED   4 cups flour, sifted   2 tsp baking soda    2 c of butter softened    1 1/2 cups brown sugar    1/2 cup white sugar     4 eggs   2 packages of instant vanilla pudding mix   2 tsp vanilla   chocolate chips      HOW

By Julie Brinkley   I love bringing you healthy, flavorful recipes every week and Mediterranean food is one of my favorites.   This recipe is trending on TikTok and there are several variations.   Click here to watch a video on how it’s made.     WHAT YOU NEED   2 lbs. ground chicken    1 small red onion   3 cloves of garlic   Handful of parsley   1 jalapeno    2 tbsp tomato paste   1 tbsp sumac (alternative za’tar or lemon zest)   1 tsp chili flakes   ½ ground cumin   1 tbs

Milk and coffee pair well with this cinnamon sugar donut bread.  By Sarah McNeal-Weaver  Flour Riot If you need a sweet treat, this recipe for cinnamon sugar donut bread is one your family will absolutely love.   Here’s the recipe!   WHAT YOU NEED   2 cups all-purpose flour   1 ½ cups granulated sugar      2 teaspoons baking powder      Dash of salt    1 ¼ cups whole milk   Spoonful of Greek yogurt       1 large egg, room temperature      2 tablespoons butter melted    1 tab

By Julie Brinkley If you’re a busy family who wants an easy, fast and delicious meal, this viral TikTok recipe for rotisserie chicken and rice in a bag is worth the hype!   It’s easy and fabulous (and there are a ton of variations).   Click here to watch how I make it.   WHAT YOU NEED   Rotisserie chicken  ( Remove from bag, reserving juices. Debone and shred pieces, return to bag.)   2 cups cooked rice   ¼ cup rice wine vinegar    2 green onions   2 small mini cucumbers, d

Strawberry chocolate chip scones By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   If you’re looking to make a sweet treat to start your Valentine’s Day celebration, this recipe for strawberry chocolate chip scones is perfect.   (And they pair nicely with a hot cup of coffee.)   WHAT YOU NEED   2 cups flour   1/3 cup granulated sugar    1/4 tsp salt    1 tablespoon baking powder      1/2 cup salted butter (cold)   1/2 cup heavy cream    1 egg   2 tsp vanilla    About five chopped strawberries    Hand

These easy, delicious brownies will satisfy that sweet tooth you've been fighting with. By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   If you are looking for a sweet treat to bring to Sunday’s Super Bowl bash, these crowd pleasing brownies are perfect! They are super easy to make and equally delicious!     WHAT YOU NEED   1 cup salted butter, melted and cooled   2 cups white sugar    4 eggs    2/3 cup cocoa powder      1 cup flour    1 tsp vanilla    Handful of chocolate chips    Optional: nuts, c

Butter drop biscuits and easy to make and delicious.   By Sarah Weaver   I love biscuits and gravy.   But I am always baffled that so many people take the time to make a delicious gravy, only to use canned biscuits.   So, ditch ‘em!   Homemade biscuits are easier to make than you might think.   HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED   1 1/2 cups flour    2 tsp baking powder    1 tsp salt    1 stick of butter    3/4 cup whole milk      HOW TO MAKE THEM   Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a b

By Julie Brinkley   There’s nothing like a piping hot bowl of soup to warm you up on a cold winter’s night.   We are taking this potato soup recipe up a notch by adding Boursin cheese and protein.   Click here to watch a video on how it’s made. WHAT YOU NEED   3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed   Two packages Boursin cheese   One package turkey smoked sausage, sliced in bite-size pieces   1 teaspoon garlic powder   1 teaspoon onion powder    One carton chicken stock

By Sarah Weaver   Our family loves this recipe for high protein strawberry cheesecake bites!   This versatile recipe  keeps well in the fridge.   It’s sweet and will help keep those New Year’s resolutions in check! Click here to watch a video on how they're made.     WHAT YOU NEED   1 cup Greek yogurt    1 cup zero sugar cool whip    1 package sugar free cheesecake pudding mix    1 package strawberries, cleaned and dried   For covering: Chocolate chips/coconut oil      HOW T

By Julie Brinkley   Not only is this recipe full of flavor, it’s lean and green and made with simple ingredients.   If you’re watching your carbs, substitute white rice for cauliflower rice.   Click here to watch a video on how I make it.   WHAT YOU NEED   1 lb. ground beef, lean   White rice   3 green onions   2 tbsp soy sauce   1 tbsp rice wine vinegar   1 tsp ginger   2 cloves garlic   2 tsp sesame oil   1 tbsp Gochujang    1 tbsp brown sugar   English cucumber   Carrots

Victor Eichhorn and his wife recently opened Noblemen Wines in downtown Glen Rose. By SARA VANDEN BERGE   The Husband and I are on a mission to learn all we can about wine.   We have toured Bourdeaux France, wineries in Portugal, and most recently, Paso Robles in sunny California.     And these are our big takeaways.   1. The most expensive wines aren’t necessarily the best.   2. Our favorite wines are attached to the memories and people we share them with.   3. Texas wines a