Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Roasted Butternut Squash + Apple Soup with Crispy Chickpeas Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Creamy, cozy, and naturally sweet—this fall soup is full of nourishing comfort. Once fall hits, I find myself craving big batches of soup that can simmer quietly while I chase after
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Mini Holiday Chicken Pot Pies (Copycat Style!) Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko The coziest little two-bite pies your toddler (and everyone else) will love. Okay, real talk—how satisfying is it to use up those half-forgotten ingredients hiding in the back of your freezer and end
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok My Take on a Seafood Spanish Paella Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko A tribute to my Spanish heritage, made simple for your home kitchen. When I think of meals that connect generations, bring family around the table, and carry the soul of a place—paella is
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok 5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Curry Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Quick, cozy, and made for real-life weeknights. If I had to pick one dish that tastes like a hug in a bowl, it’s this quick 5-ingredient curry. It’s warming, full of flavor, and made with just
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Mediterranean-Style Halibut with Tomatoes & White Beans & Lemon Gremolata Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Inspired by Blue Zone eating & Mediterranean flavors—this dish is simple, nourishing, and so delicious. When it comes to meals that check all the boxes—simple, satisfying, nutritious, and family-friendly—this pan-seared halibut
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Homemade Whole Wheat Pizza Rolls Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko A family-friendly snack or lunch made with love (and a little cheese, of course). Pizza night just got a major upgrade—meet these cozy, cheesy whole wheat pizza rolls! Made with homemade dough (inspired by Canadian
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Sourdough Tomato Tart with Goat Cheese & Basil Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko A fancy-looking tart made with real ingredients, toddler-approved and perfect for summer lunches. If you’ve been around here lately, you know I’m deep into my sourdough era—and this tart is where the
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Mason Jar Southwest Salad: A Busy Mom’s Lunch Hack Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Colorful, satisfying, and totally meal-prep friendly—with a zesty dressing that ties it all together. Between work, family, and keeping up with life’s chaos, lunch is often the first meal to be
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BBQ Season – we love hotdogs! Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko We love hotdogs in our house but we try to get creative with our toppings to add new flavors, colors & crunch to our grill. Nothing says summer like a backyard BBQ. Whether it’s a casual weeknight grill sesh
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Sesame Kale + Quinoa Bowl with Avocado & Carrot Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko A fresh twist on your favorite Asian-inspired flavors—served with quinoa for an extra fiber boost. We love white rice in our house (truly, no rice shaming here!). But every now and
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Herbed Brown Butter Rigatoni with Toasted Walnuts Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko A cozy, nutty twist on a simple pasta dish—made for slowing down and savoring. There’s something special about bringing a little travel memory into your everyday meals. When my husband and I honeymooned
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Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese (Toddler-Approved!) Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Believe it or not, when I first introduced a standard mac and cheese sans butternut squash to Ella, she did not like it one bit! It took some time before she warmed up to
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