Author: Lily

Make the BEST Raspberry Lemon Yogurt Bread with fresh raspberries, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and bright lemon flavor. This moist, wholesome quick bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch or dessert! There’s nothing better than a slice of homemade bread bursting with fresh berries and bright citrus flavor! This Raspberry Lemon Yogurt Bread is soft, incredibly moist, and packed with juicy raspberries, fresh lemon zest, and creamy Greek yogurt in every bite. The yogurt keeps the loaf tender while adding a little extra protein, and the simple lemon glaze finishes everything off with the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Whether serving…

Deciding to stop using drugs or alcohol is a powerful step. But for many people, the next phase—withdrawal—can feel uncertain and overwhelming. Withdrawal symptoms are a natural part of the body adjusting to life without substances. They can be uncomfortable, but understanding what to expect helps you feel more prepared and less afraid. In this guide, we’ll break down withdrawal symptoms from common substances, what they feel like, and why professional support makes the process safer and more manageable. If withdrawal feels daunting, you don’t have to face it alone. The team at Sunflower Recovery offers medically supported detox to…

Escalivada is a smoky, sweet, and savory Catalonian dish of red peppers, eggplants, and onions, roasted whole, then sliced and dressed with olive oil. Serve with tapas, meat or seafood! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm After living in Spain for many years, one thing I’ve learned is: Catalans live to cook and eat, and they measure time by which vegetables are at their peak, from white asparagus in the spring to wild mushrooms in the fall. Small talk revolves as much around the weather as it does around what produce was recently spotted at the market. Escalivada is a testament to…

Are there emotional benefits you derive from cooking? Most people feel that cooking is just a necessary physical activity that must be done at home to ensure that the family always has food to eat. But is cooking all about that? When asked about the emotional benefits of cooking, one participant in a study states that cooking eliminates harmful psychological effects caused by constantly being fixed on television and mobile phones. This is just one of the many emotional benefits you can derive from cooking. In this article, we will look at the emotional benefits of cooking and how you…

This spin on Indian chilli cheese toast is absolutely decadent and delicious. It’s sort of like an Indian-inspired jalapeño popper cheese toast! Each toast has 10-15gm Protein, and ready in 15 minutes! This is another recipe in my series of amazing, hearty summer sandwiches inspired by popular Indian sandwiches. I’m reimagining those sandwiches or components from those sandwiches. The goal is to create sandwiches with lots of texture and flavor while also making them hearty, high in protein and fiber, easy to make, and perfect for an easy summer lunch. These toasts boast 10 to 16 rams of protein and…

This easy keto ice cream sandwich recipe is a low carb, gluten free, sugar free ice cream recipe with no bake keto cookie dough that tastes amazing! It’s a guilt-free dessert using high-quality ingredients and is super satisfying! Keto Ice Cream Sandwiches There is nothing better on a hot summer day than biting into a thick, creamy ice cream sandwich. Traditional ice cream sandwiches are loaded with added sugars, refined flour, and enough sugar to send blood sugar soaring. Thankfully, making a homemade keto ice cream sandwich is much easier than you might think. This easy no bake keto ice…

Air Fryer Gluten-Free Eggplant Parmesan is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with marinara and melty mozzarella—without deep-frying. Eggplant slices are coated in gluten-free panko, air-fried until golden, then finished with sauce and cheese for an easy vegetarian dinner. Serve this gluten-free eggplant parmesan over gluten-free pasta, with a simple salad, or on its own as a cozy meatless main dish. It is also easy to make dairy-free or vegan with a few simple swaps. Quick Answer To make gluten-free eggplant parmesan in the air fryer, slice the eggplant into ¼-inch rounds, dip the slices in…

This is the ultimate 24 hour quick pickled cucumbers. Crisp, tangy, and perfectly crunchy just like my mama’s pickled cucumbers. Jump to: Homemade Pickled Cucumbers Pickles have the magic to elevate breakfast, lunch, and dinner to a new level, and this recipe delivers maximum flavor and crunch in record time. Using whole Persian cucumbers and soaking them beforehand, like my mom, helps maintain an incredible crunch. The base brine is perfectly balanced, yet the flavor is highly customizable. Ingredients Cucumber varieties: While Persian cucumbers are traditional in the Middle East and ideal due to their thin skins and small seeds,…

For many years now I’ve preached about the benefits of safe sun exposure. The keyword here is safe! And while it has a lot of benefits, sometimes on occasion, I’ll pull out the homemade sunscreen. Many of you have asked for a lip sunscreen with SPF, so I finally got to work in the kitchen and came up with one.  Why You Should Not (and Should) Use Lip Sunscreen I’m not usually a fan of sunscreen for several reasons. We need the sun to make the hormone vitamin D, have a strong immune system, regulate hormones, and so much more.…

Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: Chef Josh Dalton and his team open their newest restaurant, Amara, on Friday, July 10 in the former Milestone 229 space along the Scioto Mile. The restaurant draws on a variety of Mediterranean inspirations for the food and drink. Dalton also owns Speck Italian Eatery, Veritas, and Rosebud’s, and he’s working on Rosalita’s in downtown Columbus. Louisville-based Jeff’s Donuts opened their first central Ohio location at 5717 N. Hamilton Rd. yesterday. Jeff’s has a half dozen locations around Louisville, plus one in Lexington. They’re open 24/7 with a full assortment of yeast-raised…