How are we feeling about another coffee shop hack? Keep your four bucks and make this healthier version of a peppermint mocha at home.

Are you a big Brussels fan? I typically like to roast them with some olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper until they get a little brown and crispy as a weeknight side. This dish scratches that itch and adds the mother of ingredients: CHEESE. And not just any cheese- Gruyere! You’ll knock it out of the park with this side dish for your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.

While I love the local coffee shop for the occasional frou-frou coffee, I enjoy coffee on the couch while I watch the sunrise in my pajamas just as much. And for the days that I want frou-frou at home, I make my lazy, homemade pumpkin spice latte.

Here’s another quick, easy, and delicious weeknight chili to put on your meal rotation for the winter! Great news: the WHOLE, yes, WHOLE family will love this one! Even the picky eaters. You can sneak in some extra veggies if you like, but you can good about this ingredient list. Give this instant pot sweet potato chili a try- you’ll add it to your favorites! Don’t miss the secret ingredient that makes this chili irresistible!

You will fall in love with this banana pumpkin bread recipe. It’s a healthier version with more natural sugar sources, and the banana pumpkin mixture keeps the loaf moist on the inside, with a crispy crust on the outside. This recipe is one you’ll be excited to make every fall! Save it forever.

Give these chops a whirl. You will not be disappointed. You’ll drop a 5 star YUM as soon as you put them in your mouth! And if you line the pan with foil, clean up time will be 5 star fast too! It’s a kid friendly, fast and easy weeknight recipe.

This delightful vegetarian dish from Half Baked Harvest is a fabulous recipe. I only omitted like 2 things! And it was on point. And she and I both like HEAT, so we went with 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. A spicy taco and enough rocket fuel to make the dog leave you all alone on the couch after dinner! (Don’t say I didn’t warn ya!) If you’re looking for a Meatless Monday recipe to add to your rotation, or if you want to spice up your usual vegetarian world, TRY THESE delicious TACOS! Next time, I may chop the cauliflower a tad smaller, and throw a little diced sweet potatoes into the mix. Maybe I’ll even add some black beans.

Pumpkin and Oat Snack Bars. The answer to that 4 something pm question, “Can I have a snack?” Yes, you can have a homemade bar. This one I feel good about. Pumpkin. Oats. Seeds. Nuts. All in a tasty little chewy afternoon snacking delight with NO WRAPPER. So make these bars. Lock the bar drawer. And give them something for their afternoon craving that you can pronounce every ingredient. Hopefully they won’t be too full for the dinner you’ve worked so hard to make either!

You want quick, easy, and delicious in just 3 ingredients? That’s what this basil whipped goat cheese appetizer is flaunting. And I’m all about that easy button plus just 3 whole food ingredients. When you’re short on time but need to bring an appetizer, keep this recipe in mind!

I love this dish! Why? Chicken breasts. They’re lean, versatile and delicious. Tomatoes and mozzarella and basil. These three are a delicious combo and beautiful on the plate. Balsamic reduction. The balsamic and honey dressing really ties the dish together with fragrance, flavor, and color. It feels like a fancy Italian dish, but it really is an easy, quick, one-pot (hello easy clean up!) masterpiece!