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I LOVE cookbooks. They are one of my greatest joys in life! To have a book someone has spent hours testing and perfecting to make our lives filled with more goodness in the kitchen is my heaven. You’ve probably heard me say this before, but when I get a new cookbook, I sit down and read it like a novel. I look at every recipe,…
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Dinners at our house are all about fresh food made simple and easy. We love to taste the ingredients, not hide them in sauces and seasonings. The food should shine in its true flavors. A vegetable pasta bowl is a perfect example. One of our favorite meals and a staple in our home is fresh from the garden and farmers’ market. It is our Garden…
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If you love radishes like we do, you simply have to try our favorite 3 ingredient Pickled Radish Recipe. It’s so easy, so quick, and oh, so delicious. Spring is here which means it is garden time! We always open our garden with radish and lettuce planting. We just love any and all radishes and eat them in so many different ways. They grow quick, with…
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Making bread is one of those things you either do or you don’t. I have been making bread forever. I love the taste, variety, ability to make a loaf with ingredients I want, and it saves a lot of money. In addition, to me, there is something very peaceful about the process. But many people are intimidated by making their own bread. Are you one…
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Do you need some new soup or sauce recipes? Looking for a different dish to warm you up on a cold night? Or perhaps you’re searching for that hearty, healthy meal that works for everyone. Well, there may be nothing better on a cold winter day than a bowl of hot soupy pasta. Stuffed with lots of vegetables, well-seasoned broth, and any kind of meat…
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This go-to oatmeal cookies recipe is so special. A crowd pleaser, easy to pack, can be dressed up or down. Just add your favorite mix-ins for any occasion. I love having the kids home (on and off) for the holidays. Besides all of the holiday traditional foods, I love to make their favorites. I do believe my go-to oatmeal cookies recipe was the first cookies the…
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Portugal is one of Europe’s hottest travel destinations and for good reason. This small country, nestled on the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula, offers travelers a bevy of rich culture, interesting history, and stunning scenery. But one specific aspect of this beautiful country that especially deserves further exploration is the wide breadth of traditional Portuguese food and drink. From the freshest seafood to an…
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These Berry Baked Chia Oatmeal Cups are hearty and just like eating a muffin! They’re great for a on-the-go breakfast to fuel you up for the day! On hectic weekday mornings, I can hardly remember to make a cup of coffee, let alone try to throw breakfast together. I usually make an egg bake or egg muffins to get us through the week. But lately…
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When spring rolls around, we have a few staples that come out of the recipe box. One of those is tabouli. We love the flavor, the texture, and how many different ways it can be served. Traditionally, spelt Tabbouleh is a Levantine vegetarian salad made with chopped vegetables and soaked bulgur. I swapped out the bulgur years ago and made a couscous tabouli recipe simply…
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If you love chili but want a lighter, healthier version, this slow cooker Bean and Vegetable Chili recipe is perfect for vegans and meat lovers alike! While on vacation we still love to eat well. That means I have spent hours researching where to eat during the planning phase of our trips. Over the years, we have traveled a lot with my hubby’s Ironman training…
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This year, one of my main focuses is to eat more at home and expand my culinary creativity. So far I’ve been sticking to it. For you, that means some great recipes are headed your way for LifeDoneWell like this delicious and healthy turkey bolognese recipe! Let’s begin with this simple yet flavorful take on American-style bolognese sauce. Ground turkey adds flavor without the harmful…
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Pizza is an almost universally loved dish and has become an increasingly common item on menus everywhere. Since we are families of triathletes, we’re all too familiar with eating pizza. But, we’re not talking post-race pizza here. We’re talking restaurant style, yummy, gooey pizza topped with all our favorite ingredients. It’s just always been a bit difficult to replicate that taste when making pizza at…
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We believe that life should be done well. From travel to food to fabulous finds, life should be lived with gusto, style, and sparkle, along with generosity and kindness. Because a life done well isn’t just about a luxury lifestyle, but it’s a great start!
