Hi, I'm Marcie! I'm a culinary school graduate sharing easy, healthy recipes rich in seasonal, sustainable ingredients. You'll also find produce guides, cooking tips and techniques and both healthy and decadent desserts because life is about balance!
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Hi Reader, My boys are college graduates now, but I still remember how chaotic back to school season was when they were younger. We were in a rush every morning, then there was homework and practice for team sports after school. When I think back to those times, it was all about prepping quick and easy meals that appealed to everyone in the family. If you’re the main chef in your household, you know that's not always an easy task! That’s why as back to school season kicks off, I've gathered a few of my favorite recipes for snacks, breakfast and dinner. I’m on a mission to prove that easy meals are not only possible during this crazy time, but can be healthy and delicious as well. 😊 But first — I’d love your input on something I’ve been cooking up! If you enjoy receiving my emails every week, I want to hear from you: I’m thinking about sending a second weekly email including simple, seasonal meal plans — but only if it’s something you want. Your feedback means everything!
Easy Homemade Snacks Your Kids Will LoveHealthy after school snacks are hard to find at the grocery store, so why not make them yourself? These snacks use simple, whole food ingredients, and come together quickly…a win-win! Pro tip: Try freezing your favorite smoothie recipes ahead of time for a frozen after school treat using these popsicle molds!
Breakfast Recipes to Get Out the Door FastWhen it comes to breakfast on the go, meal prepping is your friend! These quick and easy breakfast recipes can be made ahead of time and enjoyed all week long. Pro tip: For mess-free meal prep options, the right baking and storage containers are key. Try these Weck tulip jars for storing overnight oats, and these silicone muffin liners for baking egg cups and muffins.
30 Minute Dinners for the Whole FamilyWhen it comes to a healthy and delicious dinner, 30 minutes is all you need! These dinner recipes are packed with flavor and easy to customize, making them perfect for a busy weeknight at home.
Pro tip: The right sauce can take a weeknight dinner from simple to extraordinary. This mini food processor is my go-to tool for whipping up quick sauces and creams, like the pesto you’ll find in this week’s tortellini recipe!
New This Week!Summer Vegetable Soup with Pesto
Dill Pickle Tuna Salad
Which of these recipes are you cooking up this week? Snap a photo and tag me on Instagram! I love seeing your creations come to life. 📸 Happy cooking! Marcie |
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Hi, I'm Marcie! I'm a culinary school graduate sharing easy, healthy recipes rich in seasonal, sustainable ingredients. You'll also find produce guides, cooking tips and techniques and both healthy and decadent desserts because life is about balance!
Hi Reader, Pumpkin season is in full swing, and I've been getting my fill of it in everything from cozy soups and risotto to baked treats. This versatile squash shines in both sweet and savory recipes! Whether you’re roasting it for dinner or baking it into dessert, pumpkin brings that naturally creamy texture and subtle earthy sweetness that makes fall cooking so special. If you love utilizing pumpkin in your recipes as much as I do, you'll definitely want to check out my roundup of pumpkin...
Hi Reader, I eat salad every single day no matter what season it is. And pretty much anything goes -- I'll toss whatever I have on hand in the bowl and it always comes out great. I have to admit that fall salads are my absolute favorite. I love incorporating my favorite massaged kale salad or arugula with ingredients like leftover roasted butternut squash, shaved brussels sprouts, broccoli florets, apples, persimmons, pomegranate, beets and more. All of the salads I make really shine with one...
Hi Reader, October marks the first full month of fall, which is hands down my favorite season. The weather has cooled off, the trees in Boise are GORGEOUS, and some of my favorite produce like butternut squash, pumpkin and parsnips are readily available. And what better way to celebrate this time of year than with a brand new seasonal produce guide? If you love fall as much as I do, you’re gonna love all the recipes that I have lined up for you this month. Enjoy! October Seasonal Produce...