Perfectly Roasted Chicken Breast These turn out perfect every single time, so it’s a really great, fool-proof, super simple roast chicken recipe to keep right next to your oven throughout these upcoming cooler months. Crispy skin + juicy, flavorful chicken is very welcome anytime at my house. Add the extra garnish and you’re set to Read More!
Chickpea Chopped Salad We completely adore chopped veggie salads. That’s quite obvious because we sure have a lot of them here on the CFC website. If you’re looking for a simple dish to bring to that Get-together that’ll delight the taste buds: this is a good one. ๐ฅ When the produce is fresh, inexpensive, Read More!
What are the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15?ย + Benefits of choosing organic foods and how to save money when doing so. *Please see a Note from Rachel at the bottom of this article regarding the source of the Clean 15 and Dirty Dozen lists. There are a lot of options when it comes to Read More!
Strawberry Mimosas ๐๐๐ฅ You canโt go out to a nice brunch without seeing or ordering a Mimosa these days. This traditional drink is currently gaining in popularity, and likely dates back to the 1920’s. A Mimosa is the refreshingly simple combination of citrus (orange juice) and champagne ๐พ enjoyed by many on a Sunday morning. Read More!
Alcohol-Free Ripe Peach Coolers ๐๐ฑ๐น I promised you lots of refreshing + creative mocktails this Summer….so let’s keep them coming because it’s a hot one! If you’ve ever eaten a ripe-juicy peach just picked from the tree, you know they’re a real treat! We love getting fresh peaches from any of the local farmer’s stands Read More!
Alcohol-Free Strawberry Margaritas ๐น๐ด๐ Anyone who knows me, knows I enjoy a good homemade strawberry margarita out on the patio throughout the summer months – goes especially well with the delightful conversation of a dear friend or two. This summer I have some big personal health and fitness goals that likely won’t happen if there Read More!
Summer Produce There are so many things to look forward to in summer. Things like beach days, vacations, a break from school, road and camping trips, grilling, time spent by the pool, and longer hours of sunlight are just a few of the many enjoyable experiences that summer can bring. One of the other great Read More!
Rachel’s Easy Pork Carnitas ๐ฅ (Oven, Slow cooker, and Instant Pot Instructions) Tender slow-roasted pork is shredded & crisped up during those last few minutes under the broiler to give it that delicious flavor and texture that we ABSOLUTELY CRAVE –ย then piled high on top are all our favorite fixings to create the ultimate Read More!
Raw Mini Fruit Tarts ๐๐ฅ๐ So BEAUTIFUL and FRESH for holiday entertaining, baby showers, bridals, weddings, or just an impressive addition to your Sunday Brunch! These are GREAT if you have friends who are gluten-free or dairy-free like I do! Soaked cashews create a very indulgent, sweet-creamy filling, while the nutty crust is perfectly crunchy Read More!
Instant Pot Beef Vegetable Soup (Crock-Pot/Slow Cooker & Stovetop Instructions too) So SO GOOD! You likely have all the ingredients on hand. I love throwing inexpensive (but nutritious!) frozen veggies into my soup because I don’t have to wash them or chop them up… one less step! Soup helps stretch the family dinner budget while Read More!