Recipe: Easy Veggie Frittata

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:April 17, 2021
• Post category:breakfast / Gluten-Free / Healthy & Frugal / Healthy Living / Recipes
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Breakfast doesn't have to be boring with this delicious and nutritious frittata. It is simple enough to make on any given Monday (and hint: can be prepped ahead for busy…

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Simple Crockpot Pork Loin

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:December 16, 2020
• Post category:Crockpot / Dairy-Free / Gluten-Free / Healthy & Frugal / Healthy Living / kid approved / Nut-Free
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If you've been around for any length of time, you know I am all about simple, delicious, food that is good for the body. I am especially fond of meals…

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Recipe: Chicken Bites with Tahini Mustard Sauce

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:July 15, 2020
• Post category:Dairy-Free / Gluten-Free / Healthy & Frugal / Healthy Living / kid approved / Nut-Free / Recipes
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One of the most common concerns I hear is how people, particularly moms, want to encourage healthier eating habits, but their picky eaters are so hard to please. But who…

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Recipe: Taco Lettuce Boats

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:February 7, 2020
• Post category:Healthy & Frugal / kid approved
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This recipe is a super simple, easy weeknight meal that is a hit with kids and adults alike. It is simple to prepare, easy to modify to personal tastes or…

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Recipe: Homemade Taco Seasoning

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:February 7, 2020
• Post category:Healthy & Frugal / Recipes / Tips & Tricks
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Y'all know my beef (ha!) with store-bought seasoning blends by now, right? There are some clean options available out there, but most brands have unnecessary fillers, preservatives, artificial colors, and…

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Recipe: Simple Berry Salad

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:August 6, 2019
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Over the last few weeks, I've walked you through our garden live on Facebook and talked about the various berries we grow each year.  I've talked about raspberries and their…

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Recipe: Loaded Ramen Soup

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:February 1, 2019
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This recipe is actually one of my mom's creations that she shared with us recently, and it is one of those recipes you want to have multiple times a week…

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Recipe: Burrito Bowls

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:January 19, 2019
• Post category:Healthy & Frugal / Recipes
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If there is anything you should know about me by now, it's that I love recipes that are clean, healthy, simple, quick, delicious, and flexible. And that is exactly what…

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Recipe: Chicken Burgers

• Post author:organicallyoptimistic
• Post published:October 7, 2018
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I love a good grass-fed beef burger from time to time, don't get me wrong. But we've started making chicken burgers at home from time to time too and I…

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Recipe: Basic Balsamic Vinaigrette

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• Post published:May 15, 2018
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*photo credit - The Kitchn I used to not care much for vinaigrette style dressings. I've always been an "easy on the dressing" or "dressing on the side" kinda gal,…

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