Author: Lily

These energy balls are lifesavers! When you’re hungry in between meals, running out the door without breakfast, or craving a wholesome little treat, these energy balls will come to the rescue. They’re the perfect healthy grab-and-go snack. This recipe is made with oats, honey, nut butter, and toasted nuts and seeds, though it’s endlessly adaptable to suit your preferences. I designed it to offer sustained energy from the whole grains and nuts. One ball is just sweet enough to taste like a treat, and offers a healthy dose of protein and fiber. This recipe was inspired by my husband’s mom’s…

Be the first to rate & review! 1 Photo This Bloomin’ Onion Chicken delivers all the savory, crunchy flavors of the classic steakhouse appetizer in an easy, oven-baked dinner. Don’t skip the dipping sauce! It pairs perfectly with the crispy onion-coated chicken and takes it to the next level. Published on January 25, 2026

Slow cookers aren’t just for making savory dishes like stew, soup, and shredded meat for tacos. You can also make all sorts of desserts—even individual servings of crème brûlée. While not every dessert comes out of the slow cooker looking as pretty as its baked counterpart, these desserts come out just as tasty. Let these slow cooker desserts inspire you to make dessert slowly, very soon, and maybe even tonight. Stef’s Slow Cooker Creme Brulee “Creme brulee cooked in the slow cooker is an easy way to prepare this creamy dessert and you only need 5 simple ingredients. These can…

Chickpeas are the workhorse of vegetarian cooking. One cup delivers around 15 grams of protein, plus fiber that keeps you full for hours. They’re cheap, shelf-stable, and versatile enough to work in almost any cuisine. But here’s the thing: most people stop at hummus. Maybe a salad if they’re feeling adventurous. That’s leaving a lot of potential on the table. These seven recipes will show you what chickpeas can really do when you push them beyond the obvious. 1) Crispy smashed chickpea tacos Take canned chickpeas, drain them, and smash them flat with the bottom of a glass. Roast them…

You’ll love this healthy, gluten-free, juicy Italian baked chicken. Boneless skinless chicken breast prepared with a simple spice mixture, garlic, and olive oil, and finished with fresh parsley and basil! Why This Recipe Works Mediterranean Diet Friendly: High-protein, low-fat, and heart-healthy. Fast & Convenient: Prep to table in under 30 minutes. Juicy Never Dry Chicken Every Time! Juicy Italian Baked Chicken Breast Boneless skinless chicken breast is a great source of lean protein, which is why it is a welcome part of the Mediterranean Diet and featured in countless recipes on this site. However, if not cooked properly they are…

Motherhood is a different phase of life for all women, especially for new moms. While it is a thing of joy to welcome a baby into a family, it leaves some with many downsides that might affect their mental health. For instance, some new moms may experience imbalances in their hormonal levels, leading to health issues. Recently, the WHO reported that close to 13 percent of women who just put to bed experience mental-related issues. One study found out that new mothers may experience depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder or posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In some cases, these new moms…

Upper Arlington has a new option for both coffee and soft serve ice cream: Coffee + Cone at The Mallway! Coffee + Cone inhabits a small storefront in The Mallway, a small commercial district in the heart of Upper Arlington that includes gems like Cover to Cover bookstore and South of Lane. It’s an adorable little shop with a small counter and a handful of seats in the front windows. On the ice cream end, they feature soft serve, shakes, sundaes, floats, and waffle chip “nachos.” While the beverages include a full list of espresso drinks, matcha, hot chocolate, and…

There are countless skincare products that promise radiant, glowing skin. And they are always marketed using people who really don’t need help with their skin in the first place.  While we can debate about the purity of cosmetic ingredients, we instinctively know that physical beauty comes from within, from what we eat and how we digest and absorb our food.  Over the years, research has continually affirmed the message that beauty comes from within. Your diet is the foundation of your skin health, and skin reflects what’s going on inside your body. A recent study and an older study together…

Be the first to rate & review! 1 Photo This slow cooker Greek lemon chicken and potatoes recipe comes together quickly—the slow cooker does most of the work. Both chicken and potatoes come out tender and flavorful and have a robust lemon flavor. Published on January 24, 2026

I’ve been an avid fan of ditching plastic food containers for quite some time. I much prefer storing leftovers and freezing make-ahead meals in glass storage containers. They reheat better, don’t leave pink stains from tomato sauce, and they don’t warp with use. But earlier this year, I have to tell you, something horrible happened. There I was, standing in my kitchen, waiting for my leftovers to heat up. I was flipping the container lid back and forth between my hands—I use it as a “coaster” under the container so the heat doesn’t leave a mark on my wooden table—and…