Holiday sides that won’t wreck your diet; garlic parmesan roasted cauliflower, maple walnut twice baked sweet potatoes.
By Julie Brinkley Not all holiday side dishes have to be bad. These two recipes have fewer calories than their traditional...
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Nov 121 min read
Thanksgiving Day potatoes made with rosemary, thyme and Gruyère.
By Julie Brinkley Thanksgiving Day is almost here and this recipe for potatoes will elevate your holiday table. And it’s absolutely...
Nov 31 min read
How to make the Hallmark Channel’s pumpkin white hot chocolate.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I follow the Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas Facebook page because, well, I love Christmas. Like as...
Oct 291 min read
Autumn naan pizzas with pumpkin, sausage and sage.
By Julie Brinkley When I think of fall, I can’t help but think of pumpkin. This pizza made with naan bread is full of unique flavors...
Oct 261 min read
‘Tis the season for dessert. Let Fancy Schmancy Pies make your holiday gathering extra tasty.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Callie Fender is ready to begin baking for the holidays. This amazing amateur chef is back with Fancy Schmancy...
Oct 222 min read
Get cozy with a hot bowl of marry me chicken soup made with gnocchi. (It’s decadent!)
By Julie Brinkley It’s fall and we're focused on feeling all the vibes. This recipe for marry me chicken soup is made with gnocchi...
Oct 161 min read
Need a sweet treat to go with this cool front? This recipe for apple and brie puff pastry will do the trick.
By Julie Brinkley Baby, it’s finally chilly outside. And if you need a sweet treat to go with this cool front we’re enjoying, this...
Oct 151 min read
One pot meal: This chili mac and cheese is pure comfort.
By Julie Brinkley With temperatures dropping in Texas, it’s finally expected to feel like fall this week, and this one pot chili mac...
Oct 82 min read
Fall cooking: Tuscan white bean soup paired with autumn Caesar salad and acorn squash.
By Julie Brinkley We are kicking off fall with two great recipes that make the perfect dinner pairing. First, I'm sharing a recipe...
Oct 51 min read
Soup season is back and you'll fall in love with this lasagna-inspired recipe.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Husband and I fell in love with this recipe for lasagna soup last season and it’s already on repeat for this...
Sep 241 min read
Turkey burgers topped with balsamic caramelized onions, arugula and wheat buns for the win.
By Julie Brinkley I’m preparing for my next marathon, so this recipe made with lean turkey and healthy carbs makes the perfect meal for...
Sep 221 min read
It’s crockpot season and this easy recipe for chicken bowls (or burritos) includes cream cheese for extra creaminess.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Crockpot season is upon us and this recipe for chicken burritos is an absolute favorite! It’s a variation on a...
Sep 191 min read
Fall in a bowl: This low-calorie apple pie Greek yogurt bowl is packed with protein and so, so good!
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you’ve got a sweet tooth and love a good fall-inspired dessert, this recipe for an apple pie Greek yogurt bowl...
Sep 171 min read
This mouth-watering recipe for beef enchilada skillet will make your family really happy. (I promise!)
By Julie Brinkley This easy recipe brings your favorite Mexican restaurant right to your home! It’s absolutely delicious and if...
Sep 161 min read
Chef and star of Food Network’s ‘Chopped’ opens Mexican cantina on campus of Tarleton State University.
TSU MEDIA RELATIONS Special to Beneath the Surface News Adobo Cantina by Chef Aarón Sánchez, a new campus Mexican food option partnering...
Sep 101 min read
Grilled pesto chicken and tomato kabobs are light, healthy and absolutely delish!
By Julie Brinkley If you still have a little summer in your step, this recipe for grilled pesto chicken and tomato kabobs is for you! ...
Sep 31 min read
This autumn grain bowl made with kale, apples and pecans will make you wish for falling leaves.
By JULIE BRINKLEY It’s not too early to begin preparations for fall and this recipe for an autumn grain bowl will have you pulling out...
Aug 311 min read
This iced coffee pick-me-up has become part of my daily diet. And it packs a ton of protein.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ve become a barista. Every day around 2:30 p.m., I reach into the cabinet for a glass, fill it with ice and...
Aug 271 min read
A carb-friendly, protein-packed pizza bowl? Yes, please.
By Julie Brinkley If you are on a low carb, high protein journey, this recipe for a pizza bowl is for you. This “un-crusted” pizza is...
Aug 251 min read
Make this delicious Greek-inspired dish with ALDI’s Never Any sausage. (Each link has 140 calories, 13 grams of protein.)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m becoming a big fan of ALDI , especially the supermarket’s Never Any chicken sausage, which I discovered, of...
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