Author: Lily

When a casserole comes out of the oven on a cold winter’s day, it’s like a delicious warm hug. These casseroles are each ready to give out that hug. You’ll find something for everyone here—the meat eaters, the pasta lovers, and those who love a casserole for breakfast. Chicken Piccata Casserole Photographer: Robby Lozano / Food Styling: Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling: Abby Armstrong “Delicious!! Followed the recipe as is, served it over rice. My family loves my chicken piccata and I got NO complaints for cutting corners with this dish.” —A Beacham Chef John’s Quick Cassoulet Photographer: Jen Causey…

These Keto Classic thumbprint cookies are made gluten free, low carb, nut free and sugar free and taste just like traditional thumbprint cookies! Just 2 g net carbs per serving for delicious low carb cookies! Perfect for the holiday season whether you follow a keto diet, low carb diet or just looking to reduce your regular sugar intake. Sugar Free Low Carb Thumbprint Cookies The classic thumbprint keto cookie recipes are made with a simple keto sugar cookie dough and are filled with either sugar-free raspberry jam or sugar free chocolate chips. The name thumbprint comes from the classic method…

As the weather cools down, it’s the perfect time to start sending warm, comforting meals to school. Our Hot n Cold Hero Box includes a 250ml insulated food jar—just the right size for a nourishing soup paired with a crusty bread roll or a side of cold garlic bread. Alphabet soup is always a hit with kids—there’s something irresistibly fun about spotting letters in every spoonful! But we’re taking it up a notch. This cheat’s minestrone is a quick and tasty upgrade, packed with extra veggies and fibre to keep little tummies full and fuelled. The best part? You can…

Gluten Free Shortbread proves simple is best. This perfectly sweet and easy gluten free cookie recipe calls for just 5 ingredients, and the dough doesn’t need to be chilled prior to baking. It’s a must-have recipe for your gluten free baking collection! When I was a little girl I had a set of animal cookie stamps that came with a shortbread cookie dough recipe, which I’d completely forgotten about until I developed this recipe for Gluten Free Shortbread. The flavor of these sweet and buttery bars transported me back to standing on a stool at the counter in my family’s…

The holidays are in full swing!  Twinkling lights, cozy gatherings, tables piled high with treats. Food everywhere.  If you’re following a keto lifestyle, the party season can also feel a bit like a minefield: puff pastry, bread, sugar, high-carb everything. You’re left wishing there were some keto party appetizers or low-carb snacks nearby, right? Well, you can relax, because we have some good news: you don’t have to sit quietly in the corner with a plain salad and a slice of cheese while everyone else grazes to their heart’s content.  With a little planning (and a few clever swaps), you…

If buffalo sauce is your jam, you’re going to love this mashup of everyone’s favorite bean dip (ie. hummus) and spicy buffalo sauce. For those watching the big game this year, a good dip is essential – come prepared with a batch of this buffalo hummus. This post is sponsored by Dandy® Fresh Produce. As a plant-based eater, I’ve had my fair share of hummus – it’s such a great high-protein dip that is not only delicious but takes just minutes to make. If you’re bored of the usual hummus flavors, you are going to love the heat in this buffalo…

Sweet, tender Delicata squash gets the royal treatment in this colorful fall side dish. Photo Credits: Miriam Novoa Delicata squash is one of my favorite winter squashes. Its thin skin makes it easy to prep, and its pale orange interior bakes up sweet and creamy, with a pretty autumn hue. For this easy side dish, I’ve given Delicata an Italian twist, roasting them with honey and freshly grated Parmesan cheese and finishing them with a scattering of toasted pine nuts. Why You’ll Love This Roasted Delicata Squash Recipe It’s easy! Delicata’s thin, edible skin means no peeling. Golden roasted wedges…

Stomach pain in women is a common but often misunderstood symptom, with causes ranging from minor digestive issues to more serious health conditions. The location, type, and timing of the pain provide important clues about what might be happening inside the body. According to gastroenterologist Leybelis Padilla, MD, founder of Unlocking GI, “The region where you feel discomfort can guide both diagnosis and treatment, making it essential to pay attention to the specifics of your pain.”​Why the Location of Your Stomach Pain MattersThe abdomen is divided into several regions, each associated with different organs and potential causes of pain. For…

Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: At last! Creole Kitchen has completed its move to its new home at 795 E. Long St. in the King-Lincoln Bronzeville neighborhood. Chef Henry Butcher’s long-time New Orleans-style eatery reopened this week after being closed since spring of 2024. It moved from its original location on Mount Vernon Avenue. The Port of Peri Peri, a chain featuring halal Portuguese grilled chicken, will soft open its first Columbus location at 2540 Bethel Rd. on Saturday, Dec. 6. 3 Brothers Diner in Grove City also announced that its second location will open on Monday,…

In the United States, about one of every seventh adult is taking medication for anxiety or depression. Among adult women, it’s even worse. It’s almost twice as likely for women to take medication for anxiety or depression than men. In our culture where anxiety and depression are literally on everybody’s mind, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the extent of the problem. It’s easy to want to reach for quick fixes. Yet true healing is not from masking the symptoms. No, we know that true healing comes from addressing the root causes behind the symptoms. Drawing from the wisdom of…