Shaping sourdough bread doesn’t have to feel intimidating or reserved for professional bakers. With a few simple techniques and a bit of practice, you can turn a soft, wobbly dough into a beautiful loaf that rises tall, bakes evenly, and slices like a dream. Whether you’re brand new to sourdough or just looking to improve […]

These ground turkey stuffed peppers are loaded with complex carbs, nutrients, and fiber, but most importantly FLAVOR! The savoriness of the ground turkey with the sweet potato and homemade tomato sauce is next level. All of the ingredients cook, simmer, and bake together taking on each other’s flavor profiles. The quinoa addition is a powerful […]

There’s nothing better than a batch of homemade sourdough croutons—golden, buttery, and perfectly crisp. They’re the easiest way to turn simple salads and soups into something special, and they come together in just minutes with ingredients you already have on hand. Whether you bake them in the oven or toss them in the air fryer, […]

The power of a hearty instant pot chicken soup is pretty incredible. It is nature’s very own medicine! Anytime we are feeling under the weather or we know someone else is, I make this pot of soup. It’s loaded with anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric, black pepper, and rosemary. It has vitamins from the cannellini beans […]

Brown rice is a great side dish to add to any meal. It is nutrient-dense and full of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. It has calcium, iron, vitamin B1, B6, magnesium, and the list goes on. Don’t be scared of rice because it is a carbohydrate! Brown rice is not processed and is considered a complex […]

What is a sourdough crumb? The sourdough crumb is the texture of the inside of sourdough bread, which is often described as an open or closed crumb. Open crumb has large, evenly structured holes, while closed crumb lacks holes but has an even structure throughout. The crumb can have a tight, soft, gummy, or dense […]

Soy-free Instant pot teriyaki salmon. Wild-caught salmon boasts numerous health benefits. Not only is it a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, but it also has anti-inflammatory properties and is packed with iron and vitamins. In addition to supporting a healthy heart and brain function, it may even promote healthy aging. This soy-free […]

How to Make Sourdough Starter: Having your own sourdough starter is like unlocking a baker’s best-kept secret. This homemade, wild yeast is always at your fingertips, ready to be used in countless recipes. Packed with lactobacilli, it’s a natural probiotic that’s both gut-friendly and deliciously versatile. While starting a sourdough starter requires a bit of […]