For many years now I’ve preached about the benefits of safe sun exposure. The keyword here is safe! And while it has a lot of benefits, sometimes on occasion, I’ll pull out the homemade sunscreen. Many of you have asked for a lip sunscreen with SPF, so I finally got to work in the kitchen … Read more
ROSEMONT, IL MAY 11, 2023 – Day two of the 25th Annual Food Safety Summit began with an engaging keynote presentation featuring leaders from Cultivate, OSI Group, Wawa, Inc., and Maple Leaf Foods who talked about how to balance risk for the safety of consumers, team members, and the environment, followed by a dozen education sessions … Read more
This is one of those recipes that may seem a little strange and unconventional, but it’s absolutely delicious! It’s full of protein, healthy fats, and veggies, and packed with flavor. My kids wolfed these down, they’re that good. You’ve more than likely heard of Caesar salad before. I have a recipe on the site plus … Read more
By: Liz / Published: September 30, 2025 / Updated: September 30, 2025 / Leave a comment As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something we have recommended. Please see our disclosure policy for details. Thank you for being … Read more
Carmen Varner / Static Media There are plenty of reasons why a trip to Costco is always worth it. Perhaps you crave a stop at the food court for its iconic $1.50 hot dog and soda combo after a long day of shopping, or simply enjoy wandering … Read more
True paella Valenciana comes from the rice fields around Valencia and is nothing like the seafood-loaded tourist version served elsewhere. The original is a land dish: chicken, rabbit, green beans, and butter beans cooked with saffron-tinted rice. Paella Valenciana is not the seafood-laden dish that fills tourist menus along the Spanish coast. It is … Read more
This Homemade Cranberry Pecan Granola is crunchy, lightly sweet, and packed with wholesome ingredients. It is simple to make, easy to customize, and perfect for sprinkling over yogurt, serving with milk, packing in lunchboxes, or enjoying by the handful as a quick snack! Why You’ll Love This Cranberry Pecan Granola This homemade granola is cozy, … Read more
npp_studio/Shutterstock Texas Roadhouse has become a favorite spot where diners can enjoy the chain’s affordable steaks, complimentary bread made fresh every five minutes, line dancing exhibits jigged out by workers, and an overall atmosphere that is lively, energetic, and thrums to a background of loud country music. … Read more
By: Liz / Published: July 22, 2026 / Updated: July 22, 2026 / Leave a comment As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something we have recommended. Please see our disclosure policy for details. Thank you for being … Read more
The bold flavors of ripe, juicy tomatoes marinated in balsamic vinegar with plenty of seasonings make this Tomato Pasta Salad an easy winner. And, the actual prep involved? Just ten minutes of effort. Hands-down one of the easiest pasta salads I’ve ever made. I adore pasta salad. It’s super simple to make and a great … Read more