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How to Toast Coconut

February 8, 2019 By Alyssa Leave a Comment

Learn how to toast coconut in the oven or on the stovetop with these easy methods. Toasted coconut elevates any coconut dessert with only a few minutes of work!

It’s the end of a crazy weather week here in middle Tennessee. Yesterday it was legitimately 78°F outside, and today it’s below freezing. To preface that two nights ago I sat in my bathtub for a little bit while the tornado sirens went off. This northern girl cannot hang with tornado warnings. Yikes.

So! Let’s keep things simple today and talk about how to toast coconut.

Balsamic Meatloaf with Sauteed Vegetables

February 4, 2019 By Alyssa 6 Comments

This recipe for balsamic meatloaf is juicy and moist, and features sauteed onion, zucchini, and carrot in the mix. It's topped with a balsamic vinegar and ketchup glaze that caramelizes as it cooks for a ton of flavor.

This isn’t just any homemade meatloaf! This balsamic meatloaf recipe is juicy and moist, and features sauteed onion, zucchini, and carrot in the mix. It’s topped with a balsamic vinegar and ketchup glaze that caramelizes as it cooks for a ton of flavor. “MAAA, THE MEATLOAF!!” <— There’s no way that I can cook or eat meatloaf […]

Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes

January 29, 2019 By Alyssa 1 Comment

Savory mashed sweet potatoes are smoky and spiced up with pantry staple seasonings and simple to customize to your liking. These easy mashed sweet potatoes make a great side for a variety of main dishes. I know I don’t do this often, but I’m about to drop a controversial opinion. Sweet sweet potatoes? You know […]

Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan

January 25, 2019 By Alyssa Leave a Comment

Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan is a quick and satisfying meal made better for you. This healthy chicken parmesan recipe is so simple to put together and done in just around 30 minutes. It’s hard to beat comfort food like this. I’m not one to make resolutions, but if I was, I’d have to say maintaining […]

One Pan Maple Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

January 22, 2019 By Alyssa Leave a Comment

Maple bacon roasted brussels sprouts are made all in one pan for a delicious side dish that cuts down on dishes. This roasted brussels sprouts recipe with bacon features easy kitchen staples and pairs well with chicken, pork, and more! As a semi-professional grocery shopper, I’ve discovered that I have a few peculiar quirks that […]