I’m back already with another version of chicken and rice! I asked 2 weeks ago if anyone would like to see a broccoli cheddar version. And no sooner had I asked the question when it quickly became apparent you really did want some more of this most basic of comfort foods! It was a landslide vote for Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Rice. And so I got to work right away so I could get this to you ASAP!...

One of my friends messaged me a few weeks back asking if I happened to have a recipe for shrimp tacos. I make fish tacos at home all the time, but up until now I’ve never made shrimp tacos at home. Maybe it’s because I almost always eat seafood tacos when I’m out that I’ve never put together a recipe before, but these are simple enough that you’re going to want to make them often....

Deep Dish Peanut Butter Pie is a family tradition – birthdays, holidays, any day… you name it, this is the dessert of choice! Instead of the traditional oreo crust, I’ve changed it to a decadent fudge like brownie, filled to the brim with a peanut butter cream cheese filling, topped with peanut butter cups, and a fudgy drizzle! I love it’s stunning looks, and that it can be made ahead....

I hope you’re all doing well! And I just wanted to pop in today with a list of super easy recipes you can make for Easter or spring. I put together some of my favorite dinners, side dishes, desserts, and breakfasts that are nice and simple. I’m going to start the list off with desserts just below because dessert first is nice sometimes. While I wish I could make every single one on the list, we’re actually making the Almond Flour Carrot Sheet Cake this weekend....

We absolutely love all kinds of curries, and you’ll find some more recipe inspiration below. But today we’re talking all things, Thai Green Curry. It’s one of the spiciest Thai curries, but you can always dial back the curry paste if needed. How to make this recipe step by step I really hope you enjoy this Thai Green Curry! If you do get a chance to make this recipe, please leave a rating below, I’d love to hear from you in the comments....

Sweet, salty, and wonderfully spiced, these pumpkin seeds will make for the perfect snack on Turkey Day! Five spice powder lends a unique depth to these spiced pumpkin seeds. If you’re familiar with the Vietnamese soup – Pho, the spices are very similar. Star anise is what makes five spice so interesting – there’s a slight fennel/anise flavor. If you’re not a black licorice or anise fan, don’t worry we’re not either, and we both love five spice....

I’m back with another Instant Pot recipe today, but don’t worry if you don’t have one! I’ve included instructions on how to make this in a slow cooker, and an outline for cooking it in the oven. I’ve been doing lots of Instant Pot recipes lately and everyone is asking for more. So if you have any recipe requests, be sure and leave me a comment below. Todays’ recipe is for a classic Italian dish made simpler for a weeknight dinner, or for easy entertaining....

The secret ingredient to the fruity goodness of this lip balm is freeze dried fruit. I started using it in lip balms back with this Strawberry Vanilla Lip Balm. And ever since, it’s hard not to just create fruit based lip balms now! Today’s Pineapple-Mojito version is perfect year round. But with it’s minty freshness, it’s especially great in the summer months. And as fun as it is, it’s also functional with great conditioning properties to keep your lips smooth....

Taco bowls are the ultimate weekday meal and entertaining recipe for me! Everyone can customize their own bowl, and it’s easy to accommodate any dietary needs or allergies. This recipe is gluten-free, but it can easily be customized with my options below to be dairy-free and even paleo. How to make this recipe step by step I really hope you enjoy these Taco Bowls! If you do get a chance to make this recipe, I’d love to hear from you in the comments....

One of my oldest friends and I have been going to the same little Thai place for so many years now I’ve lost track of how long it’s been. It’s served as a great place to catch up on life and enjoy delicious food. It’s really not unusual at all for our lunch to run right into dinnertime! We always get the same order: 1 Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice and 1 Yellow Thai Curry....

That’s not to say you’re not going to deal with some challenges, along with fame comes a price – this is a busy and often crowded hike. Some of these photos took me 45 minutes or more to get without a steady stream of people in them, and we went in the off season. There’s also the delicate topic of the smell along the first part of the Narrows which comes from the fact that this hike is incredibly popular and there are no bathrooms....

The turn for the Vestrahorns can be easy to miss, so using Google maps would be super helpful if you can. This whole area is also private property, and there’s now an admittance fee of $8 when we were there. But it does give you access to both the beautiful mountain views, and the viking village as well. The viking village was fun to see, and it’s just a short walk down the road....

We’ve been hiking in Glacier National Park a lot… and by that I mean we have 50+ years combined experience which sounds crazy. But we’re locals to Glacier, so we hike every single year as much as possible. And now today we’re giving you a breakdown of all the best hikes, which region they’re in, and tips for how to plan the best trip to Glacier. It’s super important to pick hikes in the same area before moving to another region....

This is my ideal weekend brunch on a plate. First there’s a stack of pancakes which is a good start. And they’re made even better by the fact there’s apple slices hiding in there, (just like my mom used to make). As if the perfect stack of pancakes wasn’t enough already, I went ahead and gilded the lily with some Bacon (yes BACON!) Vanilla Bean Syrup. I’ve always been one of those people who love to soak up all the extra syrup on the plate with either sausage or bacon....

Basil vinaigrette is my go-to dressing all summer long. But I make it in the off-season as well just for the bright taste of summer. If you love basil, this dressing is going to become a go-to for you as well. I also recommend hitting your local farmer’s market for fresh basil throughout the summer. Locally they sell large packages at our markets labeled as ‘pesto’ basil. It comes in large bags and is perfect for this dressing because the large quantity is sold at a better price!...

There’s just something about snacks that tastes better with a good view! We love taking a good break along the trail for snacks, or snacking once we reach the destination. Either way, you’ll find us snacking a lot. Also, you’ll pretty much always find my No Bake Energy Bars (10 Flavors!) in my freezer. And I hope you find some new favorites today to have on hand for everyday life, and for your next adventures!...

Our local Flathead cherries are in season right now, and they’re making their way into everything from breakfast to dessert. Every year I buy at least 10 pounds just for eating, but after I’ve gotten my fill, I start creating recipes to capitalize on the sweetest cherries I’ve ever tasted. And… since my love of smoothie breakfast bowls hasn’t slowed down in the least, it follows from simple logic there would be a cherry version....

Garlic butter sauce drizzled over everything – yes please and thank you! All joking aside, this sauce is a regular in our house because it pairs with your favorite protein, carbs, and veggies. And since this Garlic Butter Sauce goes with anything I can think of, the sky is the limit on the combinations you can create. And bonus points if your veggie counts as a carb as well, like sweet potato, squash, or regular potatoes....

I’ve been on a bit of a roll lately with classic treats I loved from childhood. I started a few weeks back with The Ultimate Paleo Lemon Bars, then it was these Blueberry Muffins, and now today we’re on to Strawberry Shortcake. It’s a gluten free version, but it’s also paleo as well which is just a nice bonus. I always struggle to call something ‘gluten free’ or ‘paleo’ for fear you might think it can’t possibly be good if it’s healthier....

I’ve fallen hard for eggplants this year – Japanese eggplants to be precise! I’ve always been so so about them in the past – it was a ‘take them or leave them’ sort of thing, but all that’s changed now! The texture of the Japanese variety is so much creamier than the regular globe eggplants – they’re longer and thinner in shape, (see the picture below) so pick some up the next time you see them, you won’t regret it!...