Feel Good Foodie

Hi Reader! August always feels like a mix of two seasons. I’m still making the most of summer produce, grilling whenever I can and finding ways to use all the tomatoes, zucchini, corn and peaches. But I’m also starting to think about back-to-school routines and dinners that make busy nights a little easier. This month’s recipes have a little bit of everything, from fresh late-summer meals to simple family dinners and a few sweet recipes to make before summer slips away. In Season this Month...

Hi Reader! The school week somehow comes with a lot of snack requests, so I like having a few easy options ready before everyone gets hungry. I usually aim for a mix of things I can prep ahead, pack in a lunchbox, or pull together in a few minutes after school. These easy snack ideas work for busy mornings, lunchboxes, after-school hunger, and everything in between! Savory Snack Ideas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Zucchini Muffins GET THE RECIPE ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Black Bean Quesadilla GET THE RECIPE Cucumber Bites Homemade...

Hi Reader! I’m back with this month’s high-protein recipes, and they’re all easy ways to add a little more protein to breakfast, lunch, or dinner without overthinking it. With back-to-school season here, a few are especially helpful for busy mornings and packed weeknights. 49g protein An easy parmesan almond coating that adds extra protein and crunch without needing breadcrumbs. Almond Crusted Chicken 45g protein A bowl with salmon, rice, and fresh toppings that works well for dinner or makes...

Hi Reader! I’m at the point in August where I know the school-year schedule is about to get a lot busier, so I’ve been thinking about what I can make now that will save me time later. Freezer meals are one of the easiest ways I do that. I can make dinner on a normal night, double it, and freeze half for one of those evenings when everyone is hungry and I really don’t want to start from scratch. A few things that make freezing easier Freeze in the portions you’ll actually use. I like...

Hi Reader! Back-to-school nights can get busy fast, so I pulled together a few easy dinners you can make on a weeknight without much planning. Think 30-minute meals, one-pan recipes and dinners the kids will actually eat. If your week is already looking packed, save a couple now so dinner is one less thing to figure out! SEARCH ALL EASY DINNERS 3 things that make weeknight dinners easier: 🥕 Prep one thing ahead: Chop veggies, cook a grain or make a sauce when you have a few extra minutes. 🍗...

Hi Reader! As you know, I test new recipes every week, but I also go back and retest recipes that are already on the site based on your feedback. Even if a recipe has 4 stars, I want to understand what didn’t work and see what I can improve. Your comments really do shape the recipes, so I thought I’d start sharing what I retested each week and what I changed along the way. Here's what I re-tested this week! Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Retest Reason: I just wanted to measure the amount of...

Hi Reader! I'm a big believer that the secret to a smooth back-to-school season is getting organized before the chaos hits! My go-to move is to sit down with the school calendar and map everything out. Not just activities, but also our breakfasts, snacks, and lunches. Because when the food’s ready, the rest of the day runs smoother! My quick game plan: Batch-pack lunches on Sunday Rotate 5 easy lunch ideas Keep high protein snacks stocked Here’s what helps me most: Start with the busiest...

Hi Reader! I’ve got five vegetarian recipes for you this month, with a mix of easy dinners, a weekend breakfast and one recipe I make when I want something fresh and filling. There’s plenty of protein, lots of good texture and a few meals that are easy to prep ahead. Even if you don’t cook vegetarian all the time, these are simple recipes to work into your usual rotation. Pistachio Pasta Black Bean Burger Easy Quiche Vegetarian Pad Thai Yumna's Personal Favorite! Hint: No lettuce here, just...

Hi Reader! School mornings move fast, so breakfast needs to be simple, filling and something the kids will actually eat. I pulled together quick breakfasts for rushed mornings, make-ahead options you can prep the night before and a few higher-protein recipes that help keep everyone full until lunch. There’s a good mix here, so you can grab something on the way out the door or sit down for a few minutes when the morning allows. Quick Breakfast Ideas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Healthy Muffins for Kids Sweet or...