9 Refreshing No-Bake Summer Desserts to Beat the Heat

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Skip the oven and cool off with these easy no-bake summer desserts. When temperatures climb, nobody wants to heat up the kitchen. These nine no-bake summer desserts are simple, refreshing, and perfect for hot days when you want something sweet without turning on the oven. From chilled icebox cakes and cheesecake-style pies to fruit-forward parfaits … Read more

Garlic Lemon Spaghetti Made in the Instant Pot: Quick One-Pot Recipe

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Dinner In About 8 Minutes Making pasta in the Instant Pot without boiling and draining is a small kitchen miracle. This Instant Pot Garlic Lemon Spaghetti is quick, affordable, and incredibly satisfying—one of our go-to weeknight meals. It’s the kind of dish people will keep reaching into the pot for. Simple flavors—garlic, lemon, olive oil, … Read more

Soft and Creamy Sour Cream Cookies Recipe

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We have a new favorite drop sugar cookie: Sour Cream Cookies. These cookies are incredibly soft and fluffy — probably the most tender sugar cookie you’ll make. The addition of sour cream keeps the texture moist and gives a subtle tang. Frost them for a classic, melt-in-your-mouth treat you won’t want to wait to try. … Read more

Day Trip to Antelope Island: Explore Great Salt Lake, Utah

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Antelope Island State Park is an easy day trip about 40 miles north of Salt Lake City, Utah. As the largest island in the Great Salt Lake, it offers a wide variety of year-round activities and spectacular views in every direction: the shimmering lake, the Wasatch Mountains, the Salt Lake City skyline, and the terraces left by prehistoric Lake Bonneville.

On a warm Saturday in April my family drove out to Antelope Island. Early spring in Utah had just begun to color the grasses and trees green, making the landscape especially vibrant. Below are eight enjoyable activities to share with family and friends on Antelope Island State Park.

TIP: Bring your binoculars, spotting scopes, and cameras—there’s a lot to see!

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Classic Pizza Dough Recipe for Crispy, Tasty Crust

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Fresh, stone-baked pizza straight from a proper Mediterranean fire oven ranks high on my list of favorite foods. I consider myself a foodie with a fairly mature palate, but given the choice I’d trade almost any hot meal for a great pizza. I love it. Pizza is incredibly versatile. It works for breakfast, lunch, dinner, … Read more

Mini English Muffin Pizzas: Quick Homemade Lunch or Snack

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English muffin pizzas are a kid-friendly lunch or after-school snack you can make any time. Toasted English muffin halves topped with classic pizza ingredients are ready in under 30 minutes and are perfect for busy days. As a parent I often find myself juggling schedules, carpools, and meals. Kids seem to be hungry constantly, and … Read more

Salted Caramel Pecan Popcorn Recipe — Sweet & Crunchy Snack

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We’re on Day 2 of popcorn week and this Salted Caramel Pecan Popcorn won the most votes in my Facebook poll — and for good reason. This recipe is addictive. Buttery dark caramel with a hint of salt creates a perfect candy coating for popcorn and pecans. It’s inexpensive and simple to prepare, yet it … Read more

Sriracha Dipping Sauce Recipe: Spicy Garlic Aioli for Any Dish

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Meet your new favorite sauce: a creamy Sriracha Dipping Sauce that elevates everything from potato chips and veggie sticks to chicken fingers and sweet potato fries. Smooth, tangy, and with a pleasant kick, this sauce quickly becomes the one you reach for again and again. If you love spicy flavors—or want to convert a friend … Read more

Gluten-Free Potato Pancakes with Optional Whole30 Version

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These gluten free potato pancakes are crisp on the outside, tender inside, and utterly delicious. Made from a mix of shredded raw potatoes, mashed potatoes, almond flour, and seasonings like scallions and garlic powder, they’re naturally gluten-free and can be made Whole30 by swapping butter for ghee. I love these potato pancakes — they’re inspired … Read more

Quick Lunchbox Snacks Kids Will Love

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As a dietitian mom, adding easy lunchbox snacks to packed lunches is my go-to for reducing morning stress. 🙌 The start of a new school year should be exciting, not chaotic. Here’s a simple strategy I use to make lunchtime easier and less stressful. 😅 Dietitian Tip for Packing Lunches (what I do) Pack a … Read more