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Cheese Stuffed Chicken Bites (High Protein Mozzarella Bites)
Cheese Stuffed Chicken Bites (High Protein Mozzarella Bites)
Butter Pecan Coffee Cake Loaf with Brown Butter Maple Glaze
Butter Pecan Coffee Cake Loaf with Brown Butter Maple Glaze
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sausage Pasta
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sausage Pasta
Cinnamon Scones
Cinnamon Scones
Crispy Cheeseburger Egg Rolls with High-Protein Burger Sauce
Crispy Cheeseburger Egg Rolls with High-Protein Burger Sauce
Apple Olive Oil Cake
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Pumpkin Ricotta Gnocchi
Pumpkin Ricotta Gnocchi
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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sausage Pasta

February 2, 2026

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November 19, 2025

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October 29, 2025

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October 6, 2025

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February 15, 2026

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This Irish potato bread (potato farls) is simple r This Irish potato bread (potato farls) is simple recipe that turns basic ingredients into something so cozy and delicious.

Made with just potatoes, flour, butter, and salt โ€” then cooked the traditional way in a dry skillet and finished in a little butter and oil until golden and crispy. The texture is soft on the inside with the best crispy edges.

I love serving these with bacon and eggs for the ultimate comfort breakfast. So simple, but so good. 

1 lb russet potatoes (about 2 medium)
1 tablespoon butter
ยฝ teaspoon salt
ยฝโ€“ยพ cup all-purpose flour

For cooking
Butter + a little oil

Peel and chop the potatoes. Boil in salted water for 12โ€“15 minutes until fork tender. Drain well and let them steam dry for a few minutes.

Mash the potatoes until smooth while still warm. Mix in the butter and salt.

Add ยฝ cup flour and mix into a soft dough. Add more flour as needed until itโ€™s soft but not sticky.  Let cool mostly. 

Turn onto a floured surface and gently press into an 8-inch circle about ยฝ inch thick. Cut into 4 wedges.

Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook each piece for 3โ€“4 minutes per side until set and lightly golden.

To serve, heat butter and a little oil in a skillet and fry each piece for 1โ€“2 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
I took the viral sweet potato + ground beef bowl a I took the viral sweet potato + ground beef bowl and made it a little more my style.

Instead of a bowl, I stuffed everything into a roasted sweet potato and honestlyโ€ฆ it just works better. Same flavors, still high protein and super satisfying.

Layer of cottage cheese, seasoned ground beef, a drizzle of hot honey, and green onion on top.

Simple, filling, and a meal that keeps you full.
Festive desserts donโ€™t have to be complicated ๐Ÿ€ I Festive desserts donโ€™t have to be complicated ๐Ÿ€

I used Betty Crocker Birthday Cake Cookie Mix to make these soft sprinkle cookies, then added my favorite frosting trick to cut down the sweetness.

Instead of straight frosting, I mix ยฝ cup vanilla Betty Crocker frosting with 4 oz softened cream cheese. It makes it creamier, less sugary, and way more balanced.

I spread a light layer on top and finished them with Lucky Charms marshmallows and sprinkles for an easy St. Patrickโ€™s Day treat.

Betty Crocker Birthday Cake Soft Cookie Mix
ยฝ cup Betty Crocker vanilla frosting
4 oz cream cheese, softened
Lucky Charms marshmallows
Sprinkles

Bake the cookies according to the package instructions.
Beat together frosting and softened cream cheese until smooth.
Spread a light layer over cooled cookies.
Top with Lucky Charms marshmallows and sprinkles.
If you love picklesโ€ฆ you will LOVE this chicken sa If you love picklesโ€ฆ you will LOVE this chicken salad. 

Itโ€™s creamy, crunchy, loaded with dill pickle flavor, and packed with protein thanks to Greek yogurt and shredded chicken. I also add celery for crunch and a little pickled jalapeรฑo for a subtle kick.

This is one of those recipes I keep in the fridge for easy lunches, wraps, or just scooped up with crackers.

Comment โ€œrecipeโ€ and Iโ€™ll send it to your DMs. Keep tagging so I can see when you make it!

INGREDIENTS
2 cups finely shredded cooked chicken breast๏ฟฝยฝ cup plain Greek yogurt๏ฟฝ2 tbsp โ€“ ยผ cup mayonnaise (optional)๏ฟฝยผ cup diced dill pickles๏ฟฝ2 tbsp pickle juice๏ฟฝยผ cup diced celery๏ฟฝ2 tbsp finely diced red onion๏ฟฝ1โ€“2 tbsp diced pickled jalapeรฑos๏ฟฝ2 tsp fresh dill๏ฟฝยฝ tsp garlic powder๏ฟฝยฝ tsp onion powder๏ฟฝsalt & pepper to taste

Tip: pulse the chicken in a food processor for the best texture.
This cozy bone broth pastina is a simple dinner th This cozy bone broth pastina is a simple dinner that just hits the spot. Itโ€™s creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor โ€” but I added a healthier twist by blending in sautรฉed carrots, celery, and onion for extra nutrients.

The veggies melt right into the broth so even picky eaters wonโ€™t notice. My boys absolutely loved this one, and I love that itโ€™s made with @seasonalsips Chicken Bone Broth for an extra boost of protein and flavor.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
ยฝ onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
1 cup pastina (or other tiny pasta)
16 oz Seasonal Steps Chicken Bone Broth
ยฝโ€“ยพ cup water
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1โ€“2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add the chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Sautรฉ for 7โ€“8 minutes until softened and slightly golden. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Transfer the vegetables to a blender with about ยพ cup of the bone broth. Blend until smooth.

Pour the blended mixture back into the pot and add the remaining bone broth and ยฝ cup water. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Stir in the pastina and cook 5โ€“6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pasta is tender. Add a little more water if it becomes too thick.

Stir in Parmesan and and cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Top with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper. 

We also like this served with some chicken cutlets.
Crispy pierogi, savory ground beef, sweet onions, Crispy pierogi, savory ground beef, sweet onions, and melty cheddar all in one skillet. Itโ€™s cozy, filling, and satisfying. 

I love a freezer shortcut, and frozen pierogi absolutely deliver here. Boil then crisp them up, add some browned beef and onions, finish with cheeseโ€ฆnow itโ€™s a full dinner with a protein boost. 

1 lb ground beef
1 (16 oz) bag frozen pierogi (potato + cheese)
1 small yellow onion, sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
Salt + pepper
Optional: sour cream + green onions for serving

Sautรฉ sliced onions in oil or butter until soft and golden. Remove and set aside.
Brown the ground beef in the same skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat if needed.
Cook the pierogi according to package directions, then pan-fry in butter until crispy.
Add pierogi and onions back to the skillet with the beef.
Sprinkle cheddar over the top and cover for a few minutes until melted.
Serve with sour cream and green onions if you like.
This Irish potato bread (potato farls) is simple r This Irish potato bread (potato farls) is simple recipe that turns basic ingredients into something so cozy and delicious.

Made with just potatoes, flour, butter, and salt โ€” then cooked the traditional way in a dry skillet and finished in a little butter and oil until golden and crispy. The texture is soft on the inside with the best crispy edges.

I love serving these with bacon and eggs for the ultimate comfort breakfast. So simple, but so good. 

1 lb russet potatoes (about 2 medium)
1 tablespoon butter
ยฝ teaspoon salt
ยฝโ€“ยพ cup all-purpose flour

For cooking
Butter + a little oil

Peel and chop the potatoes. Boil in salted water for 12โ€“15 minutes until fork tender. Drain well and let them steam dry for a few minutes.

Mash the potatoes until smooth while still warm. Mix in the butter and salt.

Add ยฝ cup flour and mix into a soft dough. Add more flour as needed until itโ€™s soft but not sticky.  Let cool mostly. 

Turn onto a floured surface and gently press into an 8-inch circle about ยฝ inch thick. Cut into 4 wedges.

Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook each piece for 3โ€“4 minutes per side until set and lightly golden.

To serve, heat butter and a little oil in a skillet and fry each piece for 1โ€“2 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
I took the viral sweet potato + ground beef bowl a I took the viral sweet potato + ground beef bowl and made it a little more my style.

Instead of a bowl, I stuffed everything into a roasted sweet potato and honestlyโ€ฆ it just works better. Same flavors, still high protein and super satisfying.

Layer of cottage cheese, seasoned ground beef, a drizzle of hot honey, and green onion on top.

Simple, filling, and a meal that keeps you full.
Festive desserts donโ€™t have to be complicated ๐Ÿ€ I Festive desserts donโ€™t have to be complicated ๐Ÿ€

I used Betty Crocker Birthday Cake Cookie Mix to make these soft sprinkle cookies, then added my favorite frosting trick to cut down the sweetness.

Instead of straight frosting, I mix ยฝ cup vanilla Betty Crocker frosting with 4 oz softened cream cheese. It makes it creamier, less sugary, and way more balanced.

I spread a light layer on top and finished them with Lucky Charms marshmallows and sprinkles for an easy St. Patrickโ€™s Day treat.

Betty Crocker Birthday Cake Soft Cookie Mix
ยฝ cup Betty Crocker vanilla frosting
4 oz cream cheese, softened
Lucky Charms marshmallows
Sprinkles

Bake the cookies according to the package instructions.
Beat together frosting and softened cream cheese until smooth.
Spread a light layer over cooled cookies.
Top with Lucky Charms marshmallows and sprinkles.
If you love picklesโ€ฆ you will LOVE this chicken sa If you love picklesโ€ฆ you will LOVE this chicken salad. 

Itโ€™s creamy, crunchy, loaded with dill pickle flavor, and packed with protein thanks to Greek yogurt and shredded chicken. I also add celery for crunch and a little pickled jalapeรฑo for a subtle kick.

This is one of those recipes I keep in the fridge for easy lunches, wraps, or just scooped up with crackers.

Comment โ€œrecipeโ€ and Iโ€™ll send it to your DMs. Keep tagging so I can see when you make it!

INGREDIENTS
2 cups finely shredded cooked chicken breast๏ฟฝยฝ cup plain Greek yogurt๏ฟฝ2 tbsp โ€“ ยผ cup mayonnaise (optional)๏ฟฝยผ cup diced dill pickles๏ฟฝ2 tbsp pickle juice๏ฟฝยผ cup diced celery๏ฟฝ2 tbsp finely diced red onion๏ฟฝ1โ€“2 tbsp diced pickled jalapeรฑos๏ฟฝ2 tsp fresh dill๏ฟฝยฝ tsp garlic powder๏ฟฝยฝ tsp onion powder๏ฟฝsalt & pepper to taste

Tip: pulse the chicken in a food processor for the best texture.
This cozy bone broth pastina is a simple dinner th This cozy bone broth pastina is a simple dinner that just hits the spot. Itโ€™s creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor โ€” but I added a healthier twist by blending in sautรฉed carrots, celery, and onion for extra nutrients.

The veggies melt right into the broth so even picky eaters wonโ€™t notice. My boys absolutely loved this one, and I love that itโ€™s made with @seasonalsips Chicken Bone Broth for an extra boost of protein and flavor.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
ยฝ onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
1 cup pastina (or other tiny pasta)
16 oz Seasonal Steps Chicken Bone Broth
ยฝโ€“ยพ cup water
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1โ€“2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add the chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Sautรฉ for 7โ€“8 minutes until softened and slightly golden. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Transfer the vegetables to a blender with about ยพ cup of the bone broth. Blend until smooth.

Pour the blended mixture back into the pot and add the remaining bone broth and ยฝ cup water. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Stir in the pastina and cook 5โ€“6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pasta is tender. Add a little more water if it becomes too thick.

Stir in Parmesan and and cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Top with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper. 

We also like this served with some chicken cutlets.
Crispy pierogi, savory ground beef, sweet onions, Crispy pierogi, savory ground beef, sweet onions, and melty cheddar all in one skillet. Itโ€™s cozy, filling, and satisfying. 

I love a freezer shortcut, and frozen pierogi absolutely deliver here. Boil then crisp them up, add some browned beef and onions, finish with cheeseโ€ฆnow itโ€™s a full dinner with a protein boost. 

1 lb ground beef
1 (16 oz) bag frozen pierogi (potato + cheese)
1 small yellow onion, sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
Salt + pepper
Optional: sour cream + green onions for serving

Sautรฉ sliced onions in oil or butter until soft and golden. Remove and set aside.
Brown the ground beef in the same skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat if needed.
Cook the pierogi according to package directions, then pan-fry in butter until crispy.
Add pierogi and onions back to the skillet with the beef.
Sprinkle cheddar over the top and cover for a few minutes until melted.
Serve with sour cream and green onions if you like.
This Irish potato bread (potato farls) is simple r This Irish potato bread (potato farls) is simple recipe that turns basic ingredients into something so cozy and delicious.

Made with just potatoes, flour, butter, and salt โ€” then cooked the traditional way in a dry skillet and finished in a little butter and oil until golden and crispy. The texture is soft on the inside with the best crispy edges.

I love serving these with bacon and eggs for the ultimate comfort breakfast. So simple, but so good. 

1 lb russet potatoes (about 2 medium)
1 tablespoon butter
ยฝ teaspoon salt
ยฝโ€“ยพ cup all-purpose flour

For cooking
Butter + a little oil

Peel and chop the potatoes. Boil in salted water for 12โ€“15 minutes until fork tender. Drain well and let them steam dry for a few minutes.

Mash the potatoes until smooth while still warm. Mix in the butter and salt.

Add ยฝ cup flour and mix into a soft dough. Add more flour as needed until itโ€™s soft but not sticky.  Let cool mostly. 

Turn onto a floured surface and gently press into an 8-inch circle about ยฝ inch thick. Cut into 4 wedges.

Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook each piece for 3โ€“4 minutes per side until set and lightly golden.

To serve, heat butter and a little oil in a skillet and fry each piece for 1โ€“2 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
I took the viral sweet potato + ground beef bowl a I took the viral sweet potato + ground beef bowl and made it a little more my style.

Instead of a bowl, I stuffed everything into a roasted sweet potato and honestlyโ€ฆ it just works better. Same flavors, still high protein and super satisfying.

Layer of cottage cheese, seasoned ground beef, a drizzle of hot honey, and green onion on top.

Simple, filling, and a meal that keeps you full.
Festive desserts donโ€™t have to be complicated ๐Ÿ€ I Festive desserts donโ€™t have to be complicated ๐Ÿ€

I used Betty Crocker Birthday Cake Cookie Mix to make these soft sprinkle cookies, then added my favorite frosting trick to cut down the sweetness.

Instead of straight frosting, I mix ยฝ cup vanilla Betty Crocker frosting with 4 oz softened cream cheese. It makes it creamier, less sugary, and way more balanced.

I spread a light layer on top and finished them with Lucky Charms marshmallows and sprinkles for an easy St. Patrickโ€™s Day treat.

Betty Crocker Birthday Cake Soft Cookie Mix
ยฝ cup Betty Crocker vanilla frosting
4 oz cream cheese, softened
Lucky Charms marshmallows
Sprinkles

Bake the cookies according to the package instructions.
Beat together frosting and softened cream cheese until smooth.
Spread a light layer over cooled cookies.
Top with Lucky Charms marshmallows and sprinkles.
If you love picklesโ€ฆ you will LOVE this chicken sa If you love picklesโ€ฆ you will LOVE this chicken salad. 

Itโ€™s creamy, crunchy, loaded with dill pickle flavor, and packed with protein thanks to Greek yogurt and shredded chicken. I also add celery for crunch and a little pickled jalapeรฑo for a subtle kick.

This is one of those recipes I keep in the fridge for easy lunches, wraps, or just scooped up with crackers.

Comment โ€œrecipeโ€ and Iโ€™ll send it to your DMs. Keep tagging so I can see when you make it!

INGREDIENTS
2 cups finely shredded cooked chicken breast๏ฟฝยฝ cup plain Greek yogurt๏ฟฝ2 tbsp โ€“ ยผ cup mayonnaise (optional)๏ฟฝยผ cup diced dill pickles๏ฟฝ2 tbsp pickle juice๏ฟฝยผ cup diced celery๏ฟฝ2 tbsp finely diced red onion๏ฟฝ1โ€“2 tbsp diced pickled jalapeรฑos๏ฟฝ2 tsp fresh dill๏ฟฝยฝ tsp garlic powder๏ฟฝยฝ tsp onion powder๏ฟฝsalt & pepper to taste

Tip: pulse the chicken in a food processor for the best texture.
This cozy bone broth pastina is a simple dinner th This cozy bone broth pastina is a simple dinner that just hits the spot. Itโ€™s creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor โ€” but I added a healthier twist by blending in sautรฉed carrots, celery, and onion for extra nutrients.

The veggies melt right into the broth so even picky eaters wonโ€™t notice. My boys absolutely loved this one, and I love that itโ€™s made with @seasonalsips Chicken Bone Broth for an extra boost of protein and flavor.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
ยฝ onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
1 cup pastina (or other tiny pasta)
16 oz Seasonal Steps Chicken Bone Broth
ยฝโ€“ยพ cup water
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1โ€“2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add the chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Sautรฉ for 7โ€“8 minutes until softened and slightly golden. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Transfer the vegetables to a blender with about ยพ cup of the bone broth. Blend until smooth.

Pour the blended mixture back into the pot and add the remaining bone broth and ยฝ cup water. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Stir in the pastina and cook 5โ€“6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pasta is tender. Add a little more water if it becomes too thick.

Stir in Parmesan and and cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Top with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper. 

We also like this served with some chicken cutlets.
Crispy pierogi, savory ground beef, sweet onions, Crispy pierogi, savory ground beef, sweet onions, and melty cheddar all in one skillet. Itโ€™s cozy, filling, and satisfying. 

I love a freezer shortcut, and frozen pierogi absolutely deliver here. Boil then crisp them up, add some browned beef and onions, finish with cheeseโ€ฆnow itโ€™s a full dinner with a protein boost. 

1 lb ground beef
1 (16 oz) bag frozen pierogi (potato + cheese)
1 small yellow onion, sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
Salt + pepper
Optional: sour cream + green onions for serving

Sautรฉ sliced onions in oil or butter until soft and golden. Remove and set aside.
Brown the ground beef in the same skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat if needed.
Cook the pierogi according to package directions, then pan-fry in butter until crispy.
Add pierogi and onions back to the skillet with the beef.
Sprinkle cheddar over the top and cover for a few minutes until melted.
Serve with sour cream and green onions if you like.

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