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Hi Reader! The recipe cooking challenge this month is my Deviled Strawberries Recipe! This deviled strawberries recipe is just in time for Valentine's Day but also an easy dessert to make anytime, with halved strawberries piped with a creamy cheesecake-style filling and finished with graham cracker crumbs. If you're new to the Feel Good Foodie Cooking Challenge, each month we make the recipe together, and I just ask that you leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ star rating and a comment on the website letting me...

Hi Reader! I’ve got a new round of vegetarian recipes for you this month. A few are brand new, and one is the kind of recipe I end up making whenever I don’t feel like thinking too hard about dinner. It’s a good mix of fresh and cozy, quick lunches and actual sit-down dinners. Nothing complicated, just solid meals that fit into a real week. And my personal favorite, which is especially close to my heart. Crispy, herby, and always worth the little extra effort! Balela Salad White Bean Soup...

Hello Reader! February may be the shortest month, but it certainly didn't feel like it! This month was filled with a fun blend of music, food, family, and community. We kicked the month off with apps and snacks for the Super Bowl, with my go-to baked chicken wings, buffalo chicken sliders (a new favorite!), and fresh guacamole. I even made some delicious cheese cookies for the first time, and I definitely recommend making them. It was so fun cheering on the Seahawks and Bad Bunny this year!...

Hi Reader! Whether you’re fasting this month or cooking for someone who is, I always think the focus should be the same. Food that actually sustains you. Not just something to break the fast, but something that helps you feel balanced and clear-headed. When planning Ramadan meals, I think about protein, fiber, and foods that digest well. Like lentils, yogurt, eggs, rice, and veggies. Nothing complicated, just meals that do their job. One recipe I make on repeat during Ramadan is my chicken...

Hi Reader! Whether you’re fasting for Ramadan or just trying to figure out how to start your day with steady energy, I get it. The goal isn’t to eat more, it’s to eat smarter so your energy feels steady instead of crashing by noon. I always focus on protein, fiber, and something hydrating. Think oats, eggs, yogurt, nut butter, dates. Most mornings, I rely on overnight oats with my Oath oats because I can prep them the night before. It doesn’t have to be complicated, just balanced! Here are a...

Hi Reader! Some nights I just don’t have it in me to stand at the stove. That’s when I default to oven dinners. I prep everything, slide it into the oven, and use that time to help with homework, clean up, or just sit for a minute. My easy baked spaghetti fits that bill! Toss the uncooked pasta with sauce, veggies, and seasonings in a single pan, bake, and before you know it, you’ve got a cheesy, hearty dinner without fuss or extra pots. These recipes are all mostly one-pan, low-prep, and...

Hey Grand Rapids friends! I’ll be in Grand Rapids for a special event at the Women's Sports & Health Expo this weekend! I'll be part of a panel with two other inspiring, knowledgeable women discussing how to support women of all ages and stages. BUY TICKET I will also have a booth featuring Feel Good Foodie, some Oath Oats, and I'll be signing my cookbook, too! If you're nearby, I hope to see you there! Feel free to explore, learn about various topics, and enjoy numerous resources,...

Hi Reader! If dinner has felt a little repetitive lately, this is your reset. These Mediterranean recipes are the ones I lean on when I want real flavor, simple ingredients, and meals that just make sense for busy nights, like my viral baked feta pasta! With Ramadan starting this week, you can also grab my full Ramadan recipe calendar here with 31 days of recipes to help with planning your iftar meals. Love having everything in one place? My cookbook is filled with 125 simple Mediterranean...

Hi Reader! If you want a Valentine’s Day dessert that feels special without going all out, this list keeps it simple. Start with deviled strawberries, my cooking challenge recipe this month, then grab a few other sweet ideas that feel special but don’t require a full baking project. Think chocolatey, fruity, and very doable. Featured Recipes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chocolate Truffles GET THE RECIPE Pin for Later ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dubai Chocolate Strawberries GET THE RECIPE Pin for Later ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Heart Shaped Brownies GET THE...