Coconut Chickpea and Curry Soup Recipe

I'm just going to say this to begin... It feels SOOOOO good to be back at my computer writing recipes for you all.  I feel like we are finally starting to find our groove again after my mother-in-law's fall, and I really appreciate your patience in everything.  With that being said, I can&…

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Vegan Sushi Bowl Recipe

* This post contains affiliate links * I can't believe that Meatless March is soon coming to a close.  Even though I am sad to see it go, I have managed to save some of the best recipes for last.  This Vegan Sushi Bowl Recipe is the perfect example of that.   Yes, even when you are cutting meat …

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Vegan Cauliflower Parmesan Recipe

Meatless March continues with my favorite recipe to date, Vegan Cauliflower Parmesan.  A plant-based take on the chicken classic, this dish is a real game changer in the kitchen.  Tender, crunchy, and yes cheesy, I know you and your entire family are going to love this one!  I can't wait to sh…

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Vegan Creamy Gnocchi Primavera Recipe

With the beginning of Spring just around the corner, I am ready for some lighter, fresher, dishes and nothing says Spring eating like a good pasta primavera.  This is, of course, made better by heavy cream and cheese, right?  What if I were to tell you that you could have that creamy, cheesy, good…

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Lentil and Bok Choy Stir Fry Recipe

*This post contains affiliate links* Meatless March continues with this Lentil and Bok Choy Stir Fry.   Inspired by a Thai Basil Beef that I order out my local Thai restaurant, I substituted the ground beef with lentils and the basil for bok choy.  The end result was absolutely delicious and I can&…

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Easy Tofu Scramble Recipe

This post contains affiliate links This has been a fun and adventurous month in the Kitchen Wife household.  I've been in a bit of a food rut recently, so I decided to do something drastic, and make March a meatless month.  That's right, I said MEATLESS !!!  Now, so as not to put my King of …

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Winter Pear and Walnut Salad Recipe

This week has been insane.  As many of you know, I care for my ninety-two year old mother-in-love.  She has Alzheimer's and dementia which means that she needs round-the-clock care.  Well, last Friday she fell and broke her hip.  It was devastating and we've basically been at the hospital …

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The Saturday Sip: My Winter Reading List and a Book Club

*This Post Contains Affiliate Links* Seasonal Living is something I have talked a lot about on this blog as well as my social media platforms.  What is seasonal living you ask?  To me it means living the fullest life possible in every season.  This could be celebrating both large and obscure holid…

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Caprese Beef Patties w/a Balsamic Glaze Recipe

* This post contains affiliate links * Cravings.  They can be the bane of all existence, can't they?  The other day Studhubs was craving burgers, but I was craving pizza.  Neither of us was willing to give on the matter, so I decided to get creative and make these Caprese Beef Patties w/a Balsam…

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Easy Beef Chow Fun Recipe

When I tell people that I'm trying to eat healthy I usually get one of two responses.  One, "Oh I would love to do that, but it is just too expensive."  And two, "Man, that would be nice, but I just don't have time."  Well, I'm here to tell you tell you that healthy…

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Listen to Your Body...

Dear Kitchen Family, Can we talk about food for a second? This morning I woke up craving toast.  Not avocado toast, not sweet potato toast (yes, that's a thing), just good ol' fashioned toast.  You know, the crispy kind, with butter on it.  Of course my initial reaction was to deny myself …

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Balsamic Chicken and Vegetables Recipe

* This Post Contains Affiliate Links * Sheet pan meals are all the rage right now, and for good reason.  You get an entire meal, on one pan, ready in 30 minutes or less.  I'm definitely a fan, and one of my favorite sheet pan meals to make is this  Balsamic Chicken and Vegetables Recipe .   With a…

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Sweet Potato Hash with Poached Egg Recipe

Recently I mentioned on my personal Facebook page that I was trying to drastically reduce my sugar, caffeine, and dairy intake this year.  So many people responded with "If you take all of that out, what's left to eat?"  My response to that was simply a picture of this, my Sweet Pota…

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Crock Pot Chicken Pho Recipe

* This Post Contains Affiliate Links * Being that I live in West Virginia, my choice of exotic and trendy foods is pretty limited.  One of the dishes that's all the rage right now is Pho.  Its a Vietnamese noodle soup, with one of the most interesting flavors your will ever experience.  I've…

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Chipotle Chicken Sausage Skillet with Cauliflower Rice

* This post contains affiliate links * It's Thursday.  It's raining.  I've been running around like a chicken with my head cut off (what a horrible expression).  I DO NOT WANT TO COOK.  In fact, I want a hot dog from Sonic. I'm just keeping things real with you here. However, I'm…

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Roasted Parmesan Carrots Recipe

* This Post Contains Affiliate Links * I'm going to be completely transparent with you for a moment.  I really struggle with side dishes.  One pot meals, no problem.  Entrees, all day long.  But side dishes, yeah I have a hard time with them.  Since I've been trying to eat cleaner, I'm f…

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Simple Cabbage Soup Recipe

*This post contains affiliate links* Over the weekend we finally received our first real snow of winter, and I couldn't be more excited!  And with that first snow, you can guarantee that soup is going to be on the menu.  Usually I would go for something like my Perfect Chili Recipe or my Healt…

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Healthy Oven Roasted Chicken Brussel Sprouts and Sweet Potato Dinner

*This Post Contains Affiliate Links* We all lead busy lives.  No one is questioning that.  If we're honest, THAT is what has contributed to the convenience food market more than anything.  I'm no different.  But, things are changing.  We're all becoming more aware of what we are puttin…

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Homemade Acai Bowl Recipe

*This Post Contains Affiliate Links* If you have been following me on Facebook , you know I have been following The Daniel Plan 10 Day Detox.   Basically for 10 days I cannot consume caffeine, dairy, sugar, and white, starchy carbs.  I know what you're thinking "What's left after that!?!…

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How I Set Up My Blog Planner

*This Post Contains Affiliate Links* You may remember around this time last year I published the post How To Turn Your Happy Planner Into a Blog Planner .  I've had several people say they enjoyed the post, and requested an updated version.  I've changed a few things around since then, so I …

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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…

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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…

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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 …

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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…

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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…

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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,…

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 …

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 …

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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 …

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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…

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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…

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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 …

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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…

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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, …

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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