Author: Lily

This shrimp scampi recipe is a classic Italian seafood dish. Succulent shrimp are quickly sautéed and then sauced with a luscious mixture of garlic, lemon, butter, white wine, and olive oil. Traditionally served over pasta or with crusty bread, this garlic butter shrimp recipe feels fancy but comes together in 30-minutes. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond This 30-Minute Shrimp Scampi Recipe is My Busy Weeknight Dinner Go-To As a busy working mom of two, I’m a big fan of shrimp recipes—I’ve shared more than 50 of them here! Shrimp is my go-to weeknight secret because it cooks so fast. I always…

Bindi Irwin, the wildlife conservationist and daughter of the late Steve Irwin, recently shared a raw account of her health battles. She revealed that doctors had cut out 50 lesions caused by endometriosis from her body over the past three years. This condition brought indescribable, inescapable pain that tested her limits. Bindi also underwent surgeries for a chocolate cyst, an appendectomy, and hernia repair. Through her story, she calls for greater awareness of endometriosis, a disease impacting 190 million women worldwide. Diagnosis often drags on for years, leaving many in silent suffering. Her openness spotlights a hidden struggle many face.What…

This rich, creamy, flavor-packed corn chowder with bacony crumbles is a super satisfying, one-bowl dinner. My four key techniques take it over the top, making it the best chowder you’ll ever taste! gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free options) It’s chowder time. I had a bunch of corn that my sister gave me, so I decided to make this corn chowder recipe. This is my favorite corn chowder! It’s Creamy and dreamy, it’s packs so much flavor and texture, it’s hearty and budget friendly! There are a few special things I do to level up this vegan corn chowder. First, I cook…

Most of Us Start the Day Backwards Be honest — how does your morning actually begin? For most people, it goes something like this: alarm goes off, stumble to the kitchen, start the coffee, maybe grab something to eat, and worry about “real nutrition” somewhere around noon. It feels completely normal. But biologically speaking? It’s the wrong order. After seven to nine hours of sleep, your body isn’t simply waiting around for you to hit the ground running. It’s mildly dehydrated, digestively quiet, metabolically shifting gears, and still wrapping up the overnight detoxification work it started while you were dreaming.…

This Sugar Free Low Carb Keto Italian Lemon Cream Cake is a stunningly beautiful, elegant cake that’s perfect for any celebration, from a friend’s birthday to holidays with your Italian family. Best of all, it’s completely gluten free, nut free, and low carb, with just 4g net carbs per slice. Why This is the Best Keto Lemon Cake If you’ve been struggling to find a keto lemon cake that actually tastes like a real bakery dessert, this is the one. It’s soft, light, full of fresh lemon flavor, and layered with a creamy filling that makes every bite feel indulgent, without…

Crispy Sesame Tofu is a simple Asian-inspired vegetarian dish is sticky, saucy, and tastes better than takeout. Crispy pan-fried tofu is covered in a soy, honey, and sweet Thai chili sauce, then topped with sesame seeds. You can make this recipe in 30 minutes. Easy Crispy Sesame Tofu (30-Min Better Than Takeout) Tofu is the most versatile protein! You can add this flavor-absorbing protein to any cuisine. This Sesame Tofu is my favorite Asian-inspired tofu recipe, with super crispy tofu covered in a sweet-and-savory sauce made with honey, gluten-free soy sauce, and sweet Thai chili sauce. Serve this simple main…

No more boring or soggy cucumber sandwiches! This recipe and tips will walk you through how to make cucumber sandwiches perfectly. With a creamy, extra herby Mediterranean spread (without cream cheese or mayo), you’ll be serving these on repeat—for parties, picnics, or even a light lunch. Photo Credit: Suzy Karadsheh The Best Cucumber Sandwiches Have Zero Cream Cheese When it comes to making amazing cucumber sandwiches, I skip the cream cheese, mayo, and butter. Instead, I reach for labneh. If you ask me, it’s the best spread for cucumber sandwiches (and it’s even better whipped with a little extra virgin…

Breakfast is often said to be the most important meal of the day, and for a good reason. Eating a healthy breakfast daily can benefit your physical and mental health. Skipping breakfast or choosing unhealthy options can lead to negative consequences, such as weight gain, decreased energy levels, and poor concentration. According to research, eating breakfast can improve mental performance, help with weight loss, and boost immune system function. In addition, a healthy breakfast can provide essential nutrients and energy to start your day off right. With so many benefits, making breakfast a daily habit is important. Now let’s find…

After years of operating as a mobile pizza kitchen and as a farmers market stall, Fired Up Pizza has opened its first storefront in Worthington! They’ve made a home in the original Natalie’s space, where they’re dishing out wood-fired pies, cannolis, a sandwich or two, and more. If you were familiar with the space before, you’ll be surprised by the complete revamp of it. At the entrance you’re faced with long counters, behind which the team is putting together pies and sliding them into the oven. Off to the far right is a collection of tables if you choose to…

Blood pressure is called the “silent killer” for a good reason. You can’t feel it, you don’t know it’s high unless someone measures it. And yet, uncontrolled high blood pressure is quietly damaging your arteries, your kidneys, and your heart every single day. About 1.3 billion people around the world have hypertension. The World Health Organization calls it the single most important risk factor for early death worldwide. High blood pressure is responsible for 10.8 million preventable deaths every year. So it’s a very large problem. As we get older, people experience what doctors call “essential hypertension.” They can’t put…