Heavenly Spiced

Hi Reader,How have you been? Last weekend we watched the Super Bowl with our friends, and one thing everyone really loved were my Chopped Italian Subs!Someone said it gave Jersey Mikes vibes, which, for me, is a compliment because I LOVE Jersey Mikes. 😍Except this time, I served them on sweet Hawaiian slider buns instead of regular sub rolls. It made them feel way more game-day friendly!I like to switch it up, but that day used ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato,...

Hi Reader,I hope your week is going well!Lately, I've been craving meals that feel nourishing, flavorful, and realistic to actually stick with during the week.Instead of planning something different every single night, we've been focusing on having a few dependable meals ready to go. Rice bowls are a go-to in our house for this!Simple ingredients, lots of flexibility, and enough variety to keep things interesting without the extra effort.They're easy to prep ahead, easy to customize, and work...

Hi Reader,Happy Sunday! I hope you're having a great weekend!It was 61 degrees here in western Washington today, so it was pretty nice. ☀️I walked Bentley (our morkie), and we made homemade pizza for dinner (pictures below + a resource you need to have if you want to make the BEST pizza!).Anyway...I’m not usually a football watcher, but the Super Bowl is different! It’s basically a fun food day with a side of football. 😉And this year feels extra exciting because we’re right outside Seattle...

Hi Reader,I hope you’re having a great week so far!If you’ve been around here for a while, you know I’m all about natural remedies and food and drinks that actually support your body, especially during the winter months.Today, we’re talking brothy soups and wellness drinks, because I know we all need these, especially this time of year!These recipes are full of immune-supporting ingredients like ginger, turmeric, garlic, onion, lemongrass, lemon, mushrooms, and vegetables, which can give your...

Hi Reader,I’m so excited to share my newest recipe with you: High-Protein Tom Yum Noodle Soup! Honestly, it’s everything I crave in a comforting winter meal. It’s brothy, spicy, citrusy, and sooo delicious.I know many of my East Coast friends and family have been dealing with lots of snow and negative temperatures. This is exactly the kind of soup I’d be making on repeat in that weather! 🥶Something hot, nourishing, and full of flavor that literally warms you from the inside out.Thankfully,...

Hi Reader,We made it to Friday! Any fun plans for the weekend?I have a new recipe collection to share with you today: Game Day Foods. 🏈⚽🏀🏒Game day food is just as important (honestly, to me it's more important 😂) than what’s happening on the field!Whether it’s the Super Bowl, a college football Saturday, an NBA game, or a casual weekend watch party, a good snack spread is mandatory. 34+ Game Day Food Ideas This new Game Day Foods Recipe Roundup post brings together over 30 easy game day food...

Hi Reader,Happy Sunday! I hope you had a nice weekend. 😊If you’re looking for healthy, high-protein breakfast ideas for the week that are easy to make and actually keep you full, here are some recipes from my site that work well for busy mornings and meal prep! 🥑 Avocado Cottage Cheese Toast This is a simple, protein-rich twist on avocado toast. Cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein, while avocado provides healthy fats. It comes together quickly and can be topped with an egg for extra...

Hi Reader,I hope your week is going great so far and the holiday slump has passed! We've made it more than halfway through the week at this point. 🙌🏽😅If you’re looking for simple ways to add more nourishing drinks into your day, I wanted to share some of my favorite healthy drink recipes that we make on repeat!They’re easy to make, refreshing, and don’t require any special equipment (such as a fancy juicer).In each recipe, you'll find the full instructions, health benefits, frequently asked...

Hi Reader,Happy New Year! 🎉 I hope you had a nice holiday season. 😊Even though we weren't able to be with family this year, my husband and I made the most of it.We cooked a nice prime rib dinner, and decorated with lights outside for the first time, which made it feel festive. And, my parents and our aunts sent us wrapped gifts and gift cards to open, so it felt like Christmas morning, which was so thoughtful of them. 💚But, the holidays are over, and I just wanted to pop in today and say...