Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes THE traditional Summertime meal made healthier! Serve these with a big – crisp pickle slice, and a sweet juicy slice of ripe watermelon! Sweet potatoes and yams are COMPLEX carbohydrates, that our bodies use VERY well for sustainable energy. Complex carbs contain more nutrients than simple carbs. Theyāre higher in Read More!
Summer is here and it’s time to get outside and ENJOY the sun! Jason and I LOVE spending time in nature with our big blended family. We go on hikes, visit nearby lakes and adventure with our kids and two dogs Scarlet and Grizz šĀ If you’re already planning the next outing for you and Read More!
It’s almost the 4th of July! Where did the time go!? Halfway through the year…wow! Our big blended family just returned from an AMAZING, weeklong trip to Disney Land! Yep. Now I need a vacation…lol! One of the BEST parts of summer for me is gathering with our loved ones and enjoying good food! Outdoor Read More!
Hi there! Iām Beckie Hilton, a 76-year-old retired high school mathematics teacher. My greatest accomplishment in life is not the teaching career, however, but raising 3 incredible sons. My 5 grandchildren are amazing! Jack, my husband of 15 years, and I were avid hikers and have hiked half the Appalachian Trail and thousands of trail Read More!
Shrimp Cauliflower Fried Rice Our Meal Prep game is STRONG today! This makes for a really delicious, satisfying, quick, one-pan meal to eat immediately; but this is also one of our favorites for meal prep! You can use pre-cut cauliflower rice to make this even quicker…it’s found just about everywhere these days. My 2 favorites Read More!
Breakfast Avocado Egg Cups Actually, these are pretty great any time of day! You’re just a few minutes away from a super satisfying meal!Makes 4 servings Ingredients: 2 medium-large avocados 4 small eggs Topping ideas: feta cheese, crumbled bell pepper, diced nitrate-free bacon, chopped organic corn chopped from the cob green onions, sliced pitted olives, Read More!
Artichoke Chicken Piccata If you’ve been following the CFC recipes for a while, you know that chicken piccata is my favorite dish! I believe there are around 10 different piccata recipes on our site currently! Wow! I decided to add in the artichokes for this rendition…and I’m sure glad I did!Ā Salty, savory, briny goodness in Read More!
5 Layer Bean Dip It’s time for a brand NEW spin on Bean Dip! The PERFECT Party appetizer! Double or triple this recipe to feed a big group…aka: keep everyone HAPPY! aka: Crowd Control. Stays great in the fridge for a few hours, it’s nice to make this dip ahead of time so you can Read More!
Almost everyone can relate to the feeling that thereās just not enough time or energy to āget it all doneā. With busy schedules, full-time work, school, and childcare, itās easy to feel exhausted, but it doesnāt have to be this way! In this article, youāre going to learn to boost your energy naturally and feel Read More!
Chili-Roasted Sweet Potato Salad A spicy, tangy version of a hearty Summertime Potato Salad to bring to the BBQ or Potlucks! The seasonings coating the roasted sweet potatoes are a phenomenal blend that really brings out a delicious southwestern-style kick! Add a bunch of in-season goodies, and give it all a big squeeze of fresh Read More!
