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These Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Bars Give Snack Time a Citrusy Spin
Tired of the same old boring snacks? Well, these chocolate hazelnut snack bars might be just what you need to shake things up. A shot of Grand Marnier in the topping give these chocolaty treats an added citrusy zing. But not to worry — you can use orange juice instead if you’re making it for…
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Ditch the Oven and Surprise Your Family With These No-Bake Cookie Recipes
If you search Instagram for “#quarantinebaking,” you’ll find over 170,000 drool-worthy photos of desserts like frosted chocolate-layer cake, sourdough loaves, and expertly decorated cupcakes. Want to get in on the fun but not up for sifting flour, mixing eggs, and softened butter, and waiting for your oven to get to heat up? Instead, turn to these…
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3 Healthy Hot Chocolate Recipes That Block Fat Storage, Boost Metabolism, and Steady Blood Sugar
These decadent delights are packed with powerful polyphenols that help you look and feel your best. Find out how these three healthy hot chocolate recipes are not only delicious but good for you as well! Blocks Fat Storage Polyphenols in cocoa powder help reduce the absorption of carbohydrates and fat into the blood stream. In fact,…
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We’ve All Been Making Rice Wrong — Starting With the First Step
Have you ever waited anxiously for a pot of rice to cook only to find a mushy, sticky mess sitting there when you lift the lid? It can be so disappointing after all your prep for a perfect meal. Luckily, there’s an easy way to prevent this from happening. If you look on the back…
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After I Spent $300 on Starbucks in a Month, I Devised a 5-Step Plan to Kick My Habit
This is not one of those inspiring, insightful personal essays, complete with an epiphany moment and perfect ending. No, this is about my very serious and downright embarrassing addiction to Starbucks. We’re talking real #firstworldproblems here. It started with a casual conversation with my best friend. We were both catching up and sharing our “shoulds”…
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This 2-Ingredient Oreo Mug Cake Will Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth in a Snap
Milk and Oreos go hand in hand — everybody knows that. But did you know you can combine the two humble ingredients for a super-moist, gooey, sweet-tooth satisfying mug cake? You’ll never go back to simply dunking the cookies after trying this easy recipe! All you need is a handful of Oreos, about five or…
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Make Strawberries Last for Up to 2 Weeks With This Simple Hack
Have you ever purchased a package of strawberries only to find them moldy and mushy just a few days later? If the answer is yes and you’re wondering how to make strawberries last longer, you’re not alone. I love to cut up fresh strawberries and throw them onto my cereal, oatmeal, or yogurt for a…
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This Healthy Prepared Meal Delivery Service Will Be Your New Food Subscription Go-To
As someone with a busy schedule, finding a way to fit in making a home-cooked meal every night can be a challenge. That’s why, like many people, I’ve become a fan of food subscription boxes — and I’ve practically tried them all. From those that kicked off the craze (Blue Apron, Hello Fresh), to newcomers,…
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This Simple Tweak Will Make Your Baked Mac and Cheese So Much More Delicious
Comfort food really doesn’t get any cozier than a plate full of baked mac and cheese. But what if you could add a little extra indulgence? We aren’t talking about loading it up with lots of different types of cheese (although we aren’t knocking that, either), but there’s a simple tweak at the start of…
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This ‘Dinosaur Egg’ Hack Will Keep Your Half-Eaten Avocados Fresh For a Week
How often do you cut up an avocado and actually eat the whole thing in one sitting? Unless you’re making a batch of guacamole, you most likely have at least half of it leftover — and it usually doesn’t look so appetizing when you break it back out to eat later on. There are a…