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Here, I share practical tips, wholesome recipes, and encouragement to help you steward your body and life with grace. Whether you’re looking for simple ways to eat well, inspiration for daily habits, or gentle guidance grounded in faith, you’ll find something here to support your journey.

Easy Recipe Basics Series: Simple Ground Taco Meat for Meal Prep

Having a batch of taco meat ready to go is one of those kitchen staples that makes weeknight meals come together super quickly! This easy recipe is made with beef, but I'm sure it would taste just as good with ground turkey. It can be used in a variety of recipes like tacos, burrito bowls, salads, stuffed peppers, and more! I like to use it in the "viral" sweet potato + cottage cheese bowl (pictured below). You can use your favorite packaged taco seasoning or mix up your own

Andrea

Dec 10, 20252 min read

Easy Recipe Basics Series: Simple Lentils

If you’re looking for an easy, healthy staple to add to your rotation, lentils are a great option. They are full of fiber, plant-based protein, and minerals, and they cook up quickly with no soaking required. This simple, lightly seasoned version is a perfect base for soups, salads, grain bowls, or as a side on its own. Ingredients 1 cup dry lentils (I used brown) 3 cups water or broth ½ teaspoon salt 1 small bay leaf 1 tablespoon olive oil Freshly ground black pepper, to tas

Andrea

Nov 17, 20251 min read

Easy Recipe Basics Series: Simple Quinoa

This simple method for cooking quinoa will help you get light, fluffy results every time. Quinoa is a great staple in the kitchen — it’s easy to make, full of nutrients, and goes with so many things! You can use it as a base for bowls, toss it into salads, or serve it as a simple side dish. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa (rinsed) 2 cups water (or broth for extra flavor) ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon olive oil ( optional ) Instructions: Rinse the quinoa: Place the quinoa in a fine

Andrea

Oct 22, 20251 min read

Easy Recipe Basics Series: Homemade Vinaigrette Dressing

A simple homemade vinaigrette dressing can bring any salad to life and also works as a flavor boost drizzled over quinoa or rice. This recipe only takes a few minutes to make as well which is a bonus! This dressing uses things you likely have on hand and skips all the unnecessary ingredients found in store-bought versions. Ingredients (for 1 serving): 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp vinegar (white or red wine both work great) ½ tsp Dijon mustard ¼ tsp lemon juice ⅛ tsp salt ⅛ tsp pep

Andrea

Oct 21, 20251 min read