Budget-Friendly Clean Eating Creamy Bean Soup These past several years I’ve been focusing on becoming extra creative with less expensive (more affordable) foods. How can I create delicious meals or dishes for less money? You too?! I think it’s a necessity these days to keep our family budget in check without compromising our health and Read More!
Crockpot Egg Casserole What an EASY brunch idea for entertaining a crowd! Quite often at our house, we’ll have “breakfast” for dinner, because eggs are such an economical, and high-quality protein source. The vegetables in this recipe are very interchangeable, so try making this casserole using different peppers, onions, or even mushrooms. Any type of Read More!
Greek Chicken Soup Ready for Soup Season?!!We sure are over here at the CFC Headquarters (aka my family kitchen). I love soup for many reasons, but especially because it’s very filling and a healthy, economical choice for our large family. Many nights each week there is a big stockpot full of soup sitting on the Read More!
Hibachi Stir-fried Chicken + Veggies Forget the restaurant this weekend with mysterious oils & sauces, and make your own at home instead! Hey, don’t get me wrong…I enjoy the dining out experience as much as the next gal…but skipping it more often than not, for a delicious homemade meal instead will definitely send our bodies Read More!
Does Eating Organic Have to Kill Your Grocery Budget? And Does it Even Matter? Here are the Facts! The label of organic has come to mean that something is better for you than non-organic, whether it is a food or any other product. This usually means a higher price on that product as well. Read More!
One of the most common concerns about Clean Eating is that it is an ‘expensive lifestyle.’ Truth is, Eating Clean is not just for those who can ‘afford’ it. Clean eating is one of the most versatile, budget-flexible, healthy lifestyles you can adopt. How? First, it starts with the good stuff you probably have in your Read More!
Lemony Tuscan Artichoke Soup Lemon + artichoke lovers are going to be in pure bliss with this bright, zesty, beautiful soup! Hot soup is very filling and cozy year-round. Soup helps to stretch the family grocery budget while filling up those bellies with fresh, whole-food ingredients you have carefully chosen yourself. Thanks to the fresh Read More!
Easy Cajun Shrimp & Rice Grab a few simple ingredients, create your own Cajun seasoning blend, then cook up the most flavorful shrimp & rice! This EASY recipe is a treat for your taste buds! Once you start making your own spice mixes at home, it’s hard to go back to those store bought blends. Read More!
Spice-up-Your-Life Carrot Salad This FRESH grated carrot salad is a vibrant, tangy, and refreshing side dish or snack that has a welcome little kick thanks to the spices! The combination of crunchy, sweet, and slightly spicy makes for an irresistible and interesting salad to add to your collection of favorites! Budget-friendly thanks to the very Read More!
Foods that Fight Inflammation Plus 20 Recipes There are two kinds of inflammation: acute and chronic. The former is often important, as it’s one of the body’s defense mechanisms. Acute inflammation is the process of the immune system fighting harmful stimuli and beginning the healing process. Think about when you’ve had a cut, bruise, or Read More!
