Hi, I’m Jennifer-
I’m a food loving Registered Dietitian, mother of two boys and a passionate planner. I love helping people learn to cook, plan meals and enjoy food!
Recent Posts
Easy Roasted Beets in Foil
Beets are nutritious and delicious root vegetables high in antioxidants, fiber, and other essential nutrients. They have an earthly flavor that can be enjoyed raw in smoothies, cold in salads, or as a hot side dish. Roasted beets in foil are easy to make, and roasting brings out the sweet flavor. Beets typically grow during…
7 Tips for Creating a Zero Waste Kitchen
Did you know that about 40% of all food is wasted in America? Waste isn’t only a product of food manufacturing and distribution. American households waste an estimated 46.5 thousand pounds of food a year. That’s equivalent to 50 billion meals and 158 billion dollars in food that’s thrown out. The zero waste movement promotes…
5 Things to Know Before Doing a Pantry Challenge
Are you looking for a way to cut this week’s grocery bill? A pantry challenge may seem like the solution. But is it worth it? Maybe not. During a pantry challenge, you plan meals around what you already have on hand instead of making your usual big weekly shopping trip. Then you shop for staples…
KitchenAid Professional 600 Stand Mixer Review
Let me guess: You’re wondering whether KitchenAid’s higher-end stand mixer is worth the money. If you watch cooking shows, you’ve noticed that every counter has a stand mixer. Most of the time, it’s the KitchenAid Professional Stand Mixer. Why? What makes this one the go-to mixer for serious cooks? As a serious home cook and…
Step By Step Holiday Meal Planner (and Free Cooking Timeline Template)
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and food. But, if you’re hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner this year, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed at the thought of cooking a huge feast. You’re not alone– According to a 2019 poll, 51% of the respondents said that hosting a holiday party or dinner…
10 Best Kitchen Essentials for Meal Prep
Meal prepping is key to staying on top of your family’s meals, especially when you’re a busy mom. If you’re like me, you don’t want your kitchen cabinets and drawers full of gadgets that only have one use. When I started out on my cooking journey, I wanted to stick to kitchen basics that could…