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This Week’s Recipe – Comforting Broccoli-Cheddar Butter Beans
Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood. Broccoli-Cheddar Butter BeansRecipe by Amanda Stanfield // EatingWell There are certain flavor combinations that just feel like home… and broccoli cheddar is one of them. Add in creamy, hearty butter beans and you have a dish that checks every box—comforting, nourishing, and…
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Friday Reflections – 30-Minute Creamy Carrot Red Lentil Soup
30-Minute Creamy Carrot Red Lentil SoupRecipe by The Natural Nurturer // Taesha Butler First ImpressionsThis one was an immediate win. Warm, comforting, and full of flavor—it came together easily and felt like something that had been simmering all day (even though it hadn’t!). The texture was especially satisfying—creamy without being heavy. Flavor, Simplicity & ModificationsI…
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This Week’s Recipe – 30-Minute Creamy Carrot Red Lentil Soup
30-Minute Creamy Carrot Red Lentil SoupRecipe by The Natural Nurturer // Taesha Butler There’s something so satisfying about building a meal from what you already have on hand. This one immediately caught my attention for two simple reasons: I had red lentils waiting in the pantry, and carrots are especially fresh and vibrant right now.…
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Friday Reflections – French Strawberry Cake
French Strawberry CakeRecipe by Desserts and Drinks // Kristy Monroe First Impressions This one was a joy from the start. It came together so simply, and I love a recipe that doesn’t require anything fancy to feel special. As it baked, the kitchen filled with that soft, sweet strawberry aroma that instantly makes a house…
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This Week’s Recipe – French Strawberry Cake
French Strawberry CakeRecipe by Desserts and Drinks // Kristy Monroe Overview This week’s recipe feels especially meaningful—it was chosen by my family as we gathered to celebrate Mother’s Day and enjoyed the excitement of debuting our new Ooni pizza oven. While pizza may have been the main event, this simple French Strawberry Cake felt like…
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Friday Reflections – Easy Spring Brunch: Ham and Feta Omelet
First ImpressionsWell… let’s just say I have always dreamed of making a perfect omelet—you know, the kind that looks like it came straight from a little bistro in France. I am… not there yet. 😂 As you can clearly see from my picture, mine leaned a little more “rustic” than refined. But honestly? That’s part…
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This Week’s Recipe – Easy Spring Brunch: Ham and Feta Omelet
Ham and Feta OmeletCooking Light // Spring 2026, Volume 39, Issue 1 I went to my mailbox and was so excited to see the new Cooking Light magazine waiting for me. Yes, I know—maybe a little old school—but I still love flipping through cooking and health magazines and finding inspiration the “unplugged” way. I was…
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Friday Reflections – Olive Oil Orange Yogurt Coffee Cake
Olive Oil Orange Yogurt Coffee CakeRecipe by Monique Volz // Ambitious Kitchen First ImpressionsThis was one of those recipes that felt like it would be good before it even went into the oven—and it delivered on that promise in so many ways. The batter came together quickly and easily, which always feels like a small…
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This Week’s Recipe – Olive Oil Orange Yogurt Coffee Cake
This Week’s Recipe: Olive Oil Orange Yogurt Coffee CakeRecipe by Monique Volz of Ambitious Kitchen This week’s recipe is one I’ve been especially excited to try. The combination of olive oil, fresh orange, and yogurt promises a cake that feels both comforting and fresh—light yet satisfying. I’m anticipating a tender crumb, bright citrus flavor, and…
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Friday Reflection – Crispy Turkey Cottage Cheese Protein Bites
Crispy Turkey Cottage Cheese Protein Bites Recipe by Dee Dee Does There is something especially satisfying about a recipe that feels simple from the start and stays that way all the way through cleanup. This week’s recipe, Crispy Turkey Cottage Cheese Protein Bites, definitely delivered on ease and flavor — a combination we always appreciate…