Friday, December 16, 2016

Crockpot Garlic and Rosemary Beef Roast Recipe

Crockpot Garlic and Rosemary Beef Roast Recipe
I hope you've been enjoying all of these delicious, guilt-free, holiday recipes this month.  I have to be honest with you when I say that I've been amazed at how delicious and decadent healthy eating can be.  Well, today's recipe is no different!  We're talking main courses today w…

Thursday, December 15, 2016

Easy Cauliflower Stuffing Recipe

Easy Cauliflower Stuffing Recipe
One thing that I have learned whilst trying to eat healthier is that CAULIFLOWER IS KING!  Seriously!  I have found that it is a brilliant dupe for just about any of lovely carb laden dishes you long to devour during the holidays.  That's why, when I was trying to think of something that would…

Friday, December 9, 2016

Roasted Brussel Sprouts with a Balsamic Glaze

Roasted Brussel Sprouts with a Balsamic Glaze
No holiday table would be complete without something green.  Who are we kidding?  My husband will tell you that no meal in our house would be complete without something green.  lol Usually a family go-to would be the ever popular green bean casserole, but since we are cleaning things up this year …

Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Guilt-Free Sweet Potato Gratin Recipe

Guilt-Free Sweet Potato Gratin Recipe
*This post Contains Affiliate Links* "It is impossible to eat right during the holidays."  If I have heard this once I have heard it a dozen times since Thanksgiving.  Heck, I have even said it a time or two, but you know what?  That is hog wash!  The reality is you CAN eat amazing food d…

Monday, December 5, 2016

Meatless Mondays: It Makes a Difference

Meatless Mondays:  It Makes a Difference
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. # MyWaytoVeg  #CollectiveBias Many of you know that nine months ago I made some drastic changes in my life and began on the journey to health.  I cleaned up my eating, started working out, and here…

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Celebrate the Season: Christmas Bucket List and Free Printable

Celebrate the Season: Christmas Bucket List and Free Printable
It's December first, and I can officially shout from the mountain tops that the CHRISTMAS SEASON IS OFFICIALLY HERE !  Christmas is without a doubt my favorite holiday.  While the gifts are definitely a nice bonus, the best part about this season for me is the music, the traditions, the baking,…

Monday, November 21, 2016

Perfect Paleo Pumpkin Pie

Perfect Paleo Pumpkin Pie
This is it!  The holiday season has begun, and Thanksgiving is upon us!  One of the staples on everyone's table is pumpkin pie, and mine is no excitation.  The only difference for me this year is that I am trying to make healthier choices with my ingredients.  Take my Perfect Paleo Pumpkin Pie

Friday, November 18, 2016

Perfect Paleo Pie Crust Recipe

Perfect Paleo Pie Crust Recipe
For my family, holiday desserts are all about the pie. However, we're all trying to make better choices these day, so today I am going to be using Bob's Red Mill Super-Fine Almond Flour to demonstrate how to make the Perfect Paleo Pie Crust . Low carb and gluten free, this Perfect Paleo Pie …

Monday, November 14, 2016

5 Holiday Travel Tips for Caregivers

5 Holiday Travel Tips for Caregivers
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyCareGivingStory #cbias  #CollectiveBias Recently my husband and I entered a new season in our lives.  We became caregivers to my now 92 year old mother-in-law, Dora.  Dora has Alzheimer's …

Thursday, November 3, 2016

Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Pet: Cat Toy Puzzle Box

Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Pet:  Cat Toy Puzzle Box
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ToPetsWithLove  #CollectiveBias It's November, and we are officially entering the holiday season.  It's the most wonderful time of the year, yes, but it is also the BUSIEST time of the ye…

Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Bowl Recipe

Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Bowl Recipe
One of the things I have come to love about healthy cooking is the fact that it is so simplistic.  Growing up in Appalachia, cooking always seemed daunting and fussy.  Lots of frying, and gravy, and cheese, and...well...you get it.  However, since I have cleaned up my eating habits, some of my fav…

Monday, October 31, 2016

Sausage and Herbed Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

Sausage and Herbed Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe
It seems like everyone I know is jumping on the clean eating band wagon.  The one thing that keeps coming up in our conversations is how expensive it is.  You can walk into the supermarket and fill a cart full of crap for $50, but that same amount will barely cover the bottom with fresh fruits and…

Friday, October 28, 2016

Crockpot BBQ Chicken Burritos

Crockpot BBQ Chicken Burritos
So as you all know by now, I have been trying to eat pretty healthy.  HOWEVER, I'm not dead!  I love what we call "Fun Food", but what I am learning is that not all "Fun Food" is necessarily bad for you.  Take my Crock Pot Barbecue Chicken Burritos for instance. All of the …

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Thai Sesame Zoodle Bowl with Steak Recipe

Thai Sesame Zoodle Bowl with Steak Recipe
I LOVE PASTA.  I do.  I'm not ashamed. If food could be a spirit animal, pasta would be mine.  I love it with sauce, I love it with cheese, I love it with nothing but garlic and oil.  I...LOVE...PASTA.   But let's be real, pasta is not my friend.  In fact, pasta hates me.  Don't get me…

Monday, October 24, 2016

Healthy White Chicken Chili Recipe

Healthy White Chicken Chili Recipe
So a couple of weeks ago, when I reposted my Perfect Chili Recipe,  so many of you asked me if I had a recipe for White Chicken Chili.  I hadn't posted one, and since it was so highly requested, I thought I would put one together for you over the weekend.  However, the white chicken chili I gre…

Sunday, October 23, 2016

The Saturday Sip: Fall Covered Bridge Tour 2016

The Saturday Sip:  Fall Covered Bridge Tour 2016
For those of you who may not know this, I'm a bit of a seasonal living junkie.  As I've gotten older, I'm realizing more and more that life goes by way to quickly and we need to be sure and savor every moment of it.  That's why I look for little ways to celebrate every season.  I l…

Thursday, October 20, 2016

Thai-Cashew-Chicken-and-Zucchini-Stir-Fry-Recipe

Thai-Cashew-Chicken-and-Zucchini-Stir-Fry-Recipe
Anytime you change your eating habits, your lifestyle really, you are going to be forced to get creative, think outside of the box, and try new things.  This has been my favorite part of this journey, and my Thai Cashew Chicken and Zucchini Stir Fry over cauliflower rice is the perfect example of …

Monday, October 17, 2016

Easy Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe

Easy Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe
I have always been a long time lover of soup.  There's just something about holding a warm bowl of goodness in your hand during these chilly autumn evenings that soothes the soul.  Another thing I'm starting to realize about soup is that, when you are trying to eat healthy, soup is ALWAYS …

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Perfect Chili Recipe

Perfect Chili Recipe
*This post contains affiliate links* You guys, I am in HEAVEN!  The temperature is really dropping and that can only mean one thing...IT'S CHILI SEASON!!!  I actually shared this recipe almost three years ago, in fact, it was the first recipe I every shared with y'all. However, if you go to…

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Chicken Sausage and Kale over Rice Recipe

Chicken Sausage and Kale over Rice Recipe
*This post contains affiliate links* When I began to change my eating habits, one of the biggest hurdles I faced was those nights when I didn't feel like cooking a big meal.  Usually I would throw in a frozen pizza or order out, but it's not that simple when you're eating healthy.  So o…

Monday, October 3, 2016

Italian Style Baked Eggs and Asparagus Recipe

Italian Style Baked Eggs and Asparagus Recipe
*This post contains affiliate links* I'M BACK!  In case you haven't noticed I took a small break from serious blogging, which I explained in my first Facebook live last week.  If you missed it, I'll link it HERE for you.  :)  However, if you DID catch that video, you know that I've …

Monday, September 12, 2016

Baja Chicken Taco Recipe

Baja Chicken Taco Recipe
On Taco Tuesday last week I wanted to jazz things up a bit.  Instead of making my basic, everyday, beef tacos, I made these beautiful and exotic looking Baja Chicken Tacos !   They are vibrant, colorful, and the best part...HEALTHY FOR YOU!  That's right, I said healthy for you!  This recipe is…

Thursday, September 8, 2016

Crockpot Chicken and Kale Soup Recipe

Crockpot Chicken and Kale Soup Recipe
*This post contains affiliate links* So the other day time got away from me, and I realized that I hadn't really thought dinner through.  I was on a 10 day detox, so my options were limited.  That's when I went to the fridge to see what I had on hand.  Some veg, some greens, veggie broth, …

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

Fiesta Stuffed Peppers

Fiesta Stuffed Peppers
Have you ever been at that place where it's the end of the month, the grocery budget is looking a little bare, and its time to get creative?  Yeah, that's where I was at last week when I came up with these Fiesta Stuffed Peppers .   I needed to get dinner on the table, I had no meat thawed,…

Friday, September 2, 2016

The Ultimate Greek Salad with Chicken Recipe

The Ultimate Greek Salad with Chicken Recipe
*This post contain affiliate links* There has been a lot of changes going on in The Kitchen Wife household this summer, the biggest of which is the way we eat.  I have started following The Daniel Plan  and have really been cleaning up our food.  One of the things I have discovered in this journey i…

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sushi Back to School Bento Box

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sushi Back to School Bento Box
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. # BacktoSchoolSimple  #CollectiveBias It's hard to believe that summer is coming to a close and school is starting.  In fact, school started TODAY in my hometown!  With school back in session I…

Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Roasted Sweet Potato, Spinach, and Feta Salad

Roasted Sweet Potato, Spinach, and Feta Salad
I love a good salad, but I find that I usually get into ruts from time to time.  I am constantly using the same ingredients and, well, it's boring.  So I've been trying to jazz things up by trying new ingredients and flavor combos.  One of my favorites has been this Roasted Sweet Potato, S…

Monday, August 8, 2016

Easy Korean Beef Rice Bowl Recipe

Easy Korean Beef Rice Bowl Recipe
I love a great quick and easy recipe that uses minimal ingredients and is ready in UNDER 30 minutes.  This Easy Korean Beef Recipe is one we ALWAYS have in our back pocket.  Using ingredients that many of you already have in your pantry, you can create this easy meal in the time that it takes to coo…

Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Chicken Sausage and Kale Pasta Recipe

Chicken Sausage and Kale Pasta Recipe
This week has been vacation Bible school at my church, and time has been tight.  It's so hard to get dinner cooked, on the table, consumed, and out the door by 600.  It's in moments like these that I fall into the trap of running through the drive thru and putting God only knows what in my…

Monday, July 11, 2016

Easy Tofu Stir Fry Recipe

Easy Tofu Stir Fry Recipe
I'm not shy about trying new foods.  In fact, I would say I'm fairly adventurous.  One of my favorite places to experiment is a buffet. I have a friend who is vegan, and she is always telling me about all the different ways they use tofu.  I've never really tried it before, so a few mo…

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Easy Pork Chop Sheet Pan Meal Recipe

Easy Pork Chop Sheet Pan Meal Recipe
This post contains affiliate links. I'm always looking for ways to make dinner easier without sacrificing quality.  I feel like that's the goal of each and every one of us really.  So the other day when I was about to make dinner I had a thought.  "If I'm going to roast these vege…

Monday, June 20, 2016

Easy Southwest Crock Pot Chicken Recipe

Easy Southwest Crock Pot Chicken Recipe
For your convenience, this post contains affiliate links. I don't know about you, but the struggle for healthy meals, that won't break the bank, everyone will like, and are super simple is real. REAL I tell you!  That is why I love recipes like my Easy Southwest Crock Pot Chicken.  You just…

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

How to make Perfect BBQ Ribs on a Charcoal Grill Recipe

How to make Perfect BBQ Ribs on a Charcoal Grill Recipe
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.  # HogWildThrowdown  #CollectiveBias Summer has arrived in the Mid-Ohio Valley, and it's marked by all of the great BBQ smells wafting through the air.  One of my favorite things to barbecue on …

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Mint Chocolate Covered Strawberry Sundae

Mint Chocolate Covered Strawberry Sundae
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.  #SoHoppinGood  #TopYourSummer  #CollectiveBias School's out and summer is in full swing! When the weather warms up, I can't think of a better way to make this summer #SoHoppinGood than wit…

Monday, June 6, 2016

Chicken and Corn Dog Kid Kebabs

Chicken and Corn Dog Kid Kebabs
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TMNT2andTyson  #TMNT2 #CollectiveBias How many of your children (and let’s be honest, you too) are TOTALLY excited for the n…

Avocado Toast with Egg and Sriracha Recipe

Avocado Toast with Egg and Sriracha Recipe
I have a new food obsession.  No, it's not some fancy gourmet thing that I discovered on my travels.  My new food obsession is rather simple actually... Its Avocado Toast with Egg and Sriracha . Now some of you may be saying WHAT?  How does this even qualify for a recipe?  Well, the answer is s…

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Honey Sriracha Humus

Honey Sriracha Humus
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. # ColorYourSummer  #CollectiveBias Memorial Day has come and gone, and Summer has officially started!  Bring on the barbecues, picnics, festivals, pool parties, etc!  It really is one of my favori…

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Hawaiian BBQ Burger

Hawaiian BBQ Burger
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc.  and  its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SummerOfGrilling  #CollectiveBias  Summer is just around the corner, and that means the #SummerofGrilling is FINALLY here!  I can't think of a better way to break in the grill after a long w…

Monday, May 23, 2016

Easy Crockpot Herbed Chicken Dinner

Easy Crockpot Herbed Chicken Dinner
My adventures in crock pot cooking continue as I'm experimenting with it more and more.  There have been some failures along the way, but there have been some real gems as well, and my Easy Crock Pot Herbed Chicken Dinner is definitely one of them.   This Crock Pot Herbed Chicken Dinner is the…

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Roasted Chicken with Asparagus and Sweet Potato Recipe

Roasted Chicken with Asparagus and Sweet Potato Recipe
Yesterday was one of those days that I was like "THAT'S IS, I'M DONE!"  Everything started out well.  I went to the gym, had breakfast with a friend, but as soon as I got home things began to unravel. By the time I was ready to make dinner I was over it.  However, me being over i…

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Baked Sesame Chicken Recipe

Baked Sesame Chicken Recipe
I don't know about you, but I'm busy.  It seems like there are always a million and one things that need to be done, followed by a million and two places that I need to go.  When life gets busy it becomes all too easy to just eat out.  However, that can get expensive, and it's not all …

Monday, May 9, 2016

Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Recipe

Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Recipe
For your convenience, this post contains affiliate links. Grilling season is officially upon us!  Well, if you're like my cousin Doug, grilling season is ALL year round.  Not everyone is fortunate enough to have an outdoor grill, but don't let that stop you!  I'm going to show you how y…

Monday, May 2, 2016

Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe

Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe
It's Meatless Monday everyone, and today I have a real treat for you!  One of my favorite things to get when we order take out is Vegetable Fried Rice .  It is bright, colorful, and super filling.    However, you don't have to order take out to get this delicious main course!  You can easil…