Bostock – Barefeet in the Kitchen

Crunchy toasted Brioche topped with jam and almonds creates an irresistible pastry called Bostock. As simple as it sounds (and is to make) once you’ve tasted it, I’m willing to bet that you’ll ...

Homemade Pumpkin Puree – The Stay At Home Chef

Making your own pumpkin puree is ridiculously easy, and the result is so much better than anything you’ll find in a can. With just one sugar pumpkin, you can create a creamy puree that adds fresh ...

Are You Chronically Underfueled? – Fit Bottomed Girls

Watching the Olympics this summer I found myself thinking about how the athletes balance training, resting, and fueling so they can perform at the highest level.In my years teaching yoga and strength ...

Brunswick Stew – Spend With Pennies

This simple and hearty Brunswick stew recipe is comforting goodness in a bowl. Lima beans, corn, pork, and chicken are simmered in a savory, seasoned, robust BBQ tomato soup base. It’s been a ...

French Onion Soup – Spend With Pennies

This French onion soup recipe is a bistro-worthy classic. Sweet caramelized onions and herbs are simmered in a rich and savory broth and topped with cheesy rounds of bread. This ...

Lose the All-or-Nothing Mindset, Find More Success

In a world that often pushes us to extremes, the all-or-nothing mindset can feel like a relentless adversary—popping up to sabotage your progress toward your goals like an ever-present Whack-A-Mole, ...

Slow Cooker Texas Beef Chili

This slow cooker beef chili delivers a true Texas-style chili—no beans, just melt-in-your-mouth slow-cooked beef and the perfect blend of spices. This chili doesn’t just rely on meat to bring the ...

The Little Things Newsletter #437 – Life, laughter, and lots of great food!

Welcome to the weekend, my friends! As always, when October rolls around, I simply must quote my beloved Anne girl, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” Our weather has been ...

10.4 Friday Faves – The Fitnessista

Hi friends! Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? I hope you have a fun weekend ahead! I *hope* we’re finally going to decorate for Halloween, and I’m going to make an ofrenda for Día de ...

Cajun White Chicken Chili

White chicken chili is already amazing, but our Cajun twist on this classic with andouille sausage, shrimp, and Cajun spices will knock your socks off! This recipe starts with chicken and andouille ...