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Maple Brownie Halloween Spiderweb Cookies
Looking for something cute to make for Halloween that’s fun and festive but not a complete sugar bomb? Look no farther than these whole wheat maple brownie Halloween spiderweb cookies! These spiderweb...
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15 Best Fiction Books I’ve Read Lately
Hello, hello! If you’ve been reading my blog for awhile, you know that I LOVE reading, especially fiction. For awhile I was on a big thriller and historical fiction kick, but lately I’ve been on more...
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Easy Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
This crockpot turkey chili recipe is the perfect healthy comfort meal for a busy weeknight. Plus, it’s versatile! Either prep it in the morning and throw it in the slow cooker so it’s ready by...
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Retreat in Asheville Recap
A couple weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending a retreat at Bend of Ivy, a gorgeous spot right outside of Asheville, NC. The retreat was hosted by the team from Revolution from Home; I’ve mentioned...
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Cozy Turkey and Rice Soup (Easy!)
Cozy and nourishing turkey rice soup is the perfect recipe to make with leftover turkey from Thanksgiving – but you can also make it anytime, and even use rotisserie chicken instead! This easy stovetop...
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First Haircut + Other Randomness
Hi friends! It has been awhile since I did a random all over the place check in post, so I thought today might be a good time to do so! Before I get into today’s post, in case you’re looking for any...
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9 Easy Dried Cranberry Recipes You’ll Love
One of the best ways to instantly make a recipe feel holiday-inspired is to add dried cranberries! They’re deliciously sweet-tart and a perfect way to dress up both sweet and savory dishes. Plus,...
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Thanksgiving 2023 Recap
Hi friends! Matt, the kids and I are back home after a fun Thanksgiving trip to Massanutten, Virginia, which is about 2.5 hours southwest of the DC area. We spent the holiday this year with Matt’s...
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Things I’m Loving Lately
Hi friends! Happy Friday. I’m popping in today with some things I’m loving lately. Things I’m Loving Lately 1) My first baby is 6 years old! Wow, how did that happen?! Riese’s birthday was the day...
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7 Delicious Dairy Free Appetizers
I’m a huge appetizer lover – whenever I go to a party or holiday gathering, my first stop is always the appetizer table – I often prefer it to the main meal! 🙂 So today, I wanted to share a list of my...
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Belize Trip Recap, Part 1
About a month ago, in mid November, Matt and I took a belated anniversary trip to Belize! We spent a week (!) there scuba diving and relaxing and it was the BEST. Here’s my first recap from the trip,...
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Wine Pairing Tips + Finding Unique Wines
Thank you to Firstleaf for sponsoring this post! Firstleaf is offering a special offer for my subscribers – 6 bottles for $44.95 + 6 months of free shipping. To redeem, click here. And if you’re...
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Scuba Diving in Belize
Last week, I shared part 1 of the adventures Matt and had while in Belize, featuring what we got into while on property at our island resort and some of the yummy food we ate. Check that blog post out...
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21 Delicious Christmas Brunch Ideas
I always look forward to Christmas morning breakfast (preferably in our festive, cozy pajamas!). Today I wanted to share some of our favorite Christmas brunch ideas, so you can enjoy them too. 🙂...
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Sewickley PA Holiday Fun
Hello from Sewickley, PA, outside of Pittsburgh! Matt and I and the kids have been here for the past week visiting his parents. It’s our year to spend Christmas with my family, but the kids didn’t have...
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16 Tasty & Nourishing Carrot Recipes
Carrots make a delicious and nutrient-packed addition to lots of meals, from cozy soups to muffins, salads, noodle dishes, and more. They’re super versatile, and can be roasted, grated, or pureed....
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fANNEtastic food’s Top 10 Posts of 2023
As we wrap up 2023, I wanted to look back at the most popular posts and recipes on the blog over the past year! Below, I’m sharing the most-viewed food and recipe posts in 2023 on fANNEtastic food –...
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2024 Word of the Year
It’s January – happy new year, friends! I’m feeling ready to welcome the clean slate and fresh energy that the start of a new year brings. Hello, 2024! The kids went back to school on Wednesday and...
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9 Easy Chia Seed Breakfast & Snack Recipes
Chia seeds are a nutritious and delicious addition to any diet, and they’re quite versatile as well! Not only can you make chia seed pudding with them, but these fiber-packed little seeds are also...
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7 Quick & Easy Breakfast Toast Ideas
Flavorful and nutrient-packed toast is one of my favorite things to enjoy for breakfast. Not only can you prepare it quickly (usually less than 10 minutes), but it also doesn’t require a ton of...
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