This lentil potato soup is the ultimate cozy comfort food. Tender lentils and chunky potatoes are simmered with cumin and smoked paprika until soft and flavorful. It’s an easy pantry dinner you can make in about an hour. Keeping dried lentils in the pantry is a great way to be ready for nights when fresh … Read more

If you love classic holiday flavors, this Christmas Eggnog Ice Cream is for you. Even if eggnog isn’t your favorite on its own, the rich, creamy texture and warm spices—nutmeg and vanilla—make this ice cream irresistible. It’s a festive, comforting dessert that captures the spirit of the season. As the holidays arrive, eggnog reappears on … Read more

This post on You are Loved. You are Enough. You Don’t Have to Prove Anything. was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey is passionate about sharing God’s love with others. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. When I served as a Young Life College leader at the University of Michigan, I learned a lot from my … Read more

Looking for a cute, festive Halloween treat that isn’t a total sugar bomb? These whole wheat maple brownie spiderweb cookies are the perfect balance of chocolatey indulgence and real-ingredient simplicity. Soft, fluffy, and rich with dark chocolate, these maple brownie cookies are sweetened only with 100% pure maple syrup and finished with a simple maple … Read more

This easy, healthy smash cake is the perfect compromise for your baby’s first birthday. Naturally sweetened and portioned for the little one, it’s sure to make the birthday baby smile. *Please note* this post was updated in June 2021. The recipe is unchanged; a video was added to show how easy it is to make. … Read more

Don’t swipe away — this Punjabi chole is made without onion, garlic, or tomatoes. It may sound surprising, but the flavor is rich and authentic. Chickpeas are pressure-cooked and finished in a creamy, aromatic gravy made from simple Indian pantry ingredients. Growing up vegetarian, I ate chickpeas frequently. My mother’s chana masala paired with hot … Read more

This is the best blackberry freezer jam you’ll ever try — made without pectin, with very little sugar, no cooking, and loaded with fresh blackberry flavor. It’s simple to make and preserves the bright taste of ripe berries. This post contains a couple affiliate links and I do make a small commission of purchases at … Read more

Originally posted March 19, 2015. Revised and updated August 4, 2016. Jump to the Recipe If you have childhood food memories like I do, an apricot tart is one of those comforting, timeless treats. My mother baked this tart for birthdays, school events, holidays, or simply when we wanted something quick and delicious. I can’t … Read more

This Cherry Smoothie is rich, creamy, and full of cherry flavor. Made with fresh or frozen cherries, ripe banana, and Greek yogurt, it’s naturally sweet and provides protein, calcium, and antioxidants. Enjoy it for a quick breakfast, a post-workout boost, or a wholesome snack. My Favorite Cherry Smoothie If you want a smoothie that feels … Read more

Soft and chewy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies are infused with warm spices and crunchy peanuts. Made with wholesome, refined sugar-free ingredients, these cookies are an irresistible fall treat. Double the batch — they disappear fast. This season I’ve been obsessed with pumpkin. Once I started experimenting, pumpkin puree became a staple in my fridge and I … Read more