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Gluten-Free Pasta Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing

May 21, 2020 No Comments

Everyone needs a clutch gluten-free pasta salad recipe for their next picnic, holiday or BBQ and this pasta salad starts with only 4 simple ingredients

Chicken nachos with leftover chicken

Leftover Chicken Recipes

April 15, 2020 No Comments

What should I make with my leftover chicken? Leftover chicken recipes aren’t anything new, but finding ones you actually want to make is the challenge.

Instant Pot Chicken Avocado Soup

February 18, 2020 11 Comments

Spring will be here before we know it and this Instant Pot Chicken Soup is the perfect light soup for the end of winter! The

Instant Pot Beef and Sweet Potato Chili

Instant Pot Chili

February 6, 2020 2 Comments

We got a cold snap this morning and I’m seeing Instagram stories with “snow” in it. “Snow” in San Antonio is one of those open

Whole30 Dill Chicken Salad

Whole30 Dill Chicken Salad

January 13, 2020 No Comments

January brings all the diets and meal plans into the limelight, doesn’t it? I’m not one to buy into (or recommend) crazy fad diets, but

Instant Pot Beef and Vegetable Soup

November 7, 2019 No Comments

It took until November to have soup weather here in Texas, but it’s finally here and I’m loving every moment. We just had a rough

Chicken and Mushroom Caesar Salad

August 26, 2019 8 Comments

I’m excited to partner with Monterey Mushrooms, the largest fresh mushroom grower in North America, for this post. As always, all opinions are my own, and I

Curried Chicken Salad Cups

June 17, 2019 No Comments

Hi, everyone – Alexis here! I wanted to introduce myself really quickly as you may be seeing me around here. I am Shannon’s assistant, and

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Beet and Berry Grilled Chicken Salad

June 24, 2018 No Comments

Hello friends, Amanda here today to bring you my all-time favorite recipe for the summertime. If there’s one meal I have on repeat during these

Berry Harvest Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette

November 19, 2017 16 Comments

I’m thrilled to partner with California Giant Berry Farms for this post. As always, all opinions are my own, but one of my favorite things (and there

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Red White & Blue Recipes to Honor America’s Veterans

November 10, 2017 2 Comments

This is a totally impromptu post and I’m getting a little more personal than usual (I know this is where everyone starts thinking I’m about

Slow Cooker Celery and Potato Soup (Dairy-Free)

October 19, 2017 No Comments

Duda Farms Fresh Foods is a brand I enjoy working with, but this is not a sponsored post. I’m just excited to use their

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Anyone in the mood for Chinese but don't want all

Anyone in the mood for Chinese but don't want all the junk that comes with takeout?! These Asian Chicken Portabella "Wraps" are super easy to whip together and are probably half the amount of sodium with just as much flavor as what you would find at your favorite restaurant! Also- if you like PF Changs lettuce wraps, you'll definitely like these; very similar flavor but they're just in a portabella instead of a lettuce leaf!
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Grab the recipe from my link in bio!
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🎉🎉Free family lunch builder tool is now avai

🎉🎉Free family lunch builder tool is now available on my site (kissinthekitchen.com)! I know packing lunches can always be a challenge and this year, more than ever! Whether you're in the throws of distance learning, homeschooling or having your kiddos physically at school, chance are you're a little more stressed than usual about all things with their health and wellness. My hope is that this tool can help you stress less and feel empowered when it comes to making balanced and tasty lunches!
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For more lunch tips and to see the family lunch builder explained, head on over to @lunchbots to see my takeover from today!
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Documentation of the one time I did my hair, makeu

Documentation of the one time I did my hair, makeup and wasn’t wearing pajamas during the 2020 pandemic.
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I know there’s a lot of you out there that get up, put your face on, put on non-pajama clothes and work from home like a boss. Y’all are cool, I’m generally impressed. Maybe it’s having a first trimester during a hot summer pandemic or maybe it’s just who I am, but I’ve been more of a change out of nighttime pajamas into my daytime pajamas kinda gal TBH.
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So tell me, what camp are you in and are you happy there?! Are you rocking out with your routine or living in PJ’s flying by the seat of your pants 🙋🏼‍♀️?!
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Hit the SAVE button if you were one of the 79% who

Hit the SAVE button if you were one of the 79% who voted YES to being ready to 🎃 and all things fall already! I tend to always lean towards the early side of fall BUT this year more than ever. If I'm completely honest with myself, it probably stems from a place of wanting to escape/be done with this current season- HOT, exhausting, weary summer of 2020.
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But whether you're ready for fall or rocking out from a place of resiliency, these pumpkin breakfast cookies seriously need to be made in your kitchen. They were intentionally crafted with nourishing wholesome ingredients like oats, cranberries, pumpkin seeds and only a hint of added sweetness (via maple syrup) to create a breakfast worthy cookie experience. Recipe linked in bio! Hang in there- and if you're currently handling school-aged children and in the potential path of a hurricane(s), EXTRA EXTRA blessings and peace to you this weekend, my friend!
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Well played, quarantine 😉. Actually well played

Well played, quarantine 😉. Actually well played, God🙏🏼. We’re excited to announce we’ll officially be a family of four come February 2021. Joy is super exited about being a big sister and we’re so thankful for this precious gift. Prayers for a continued healthy pregnancy would be much appreciated!
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Mama, how you holding up? I know many started scho

Mama, how you holding up? I know many started school this week- whether it be distance learning, in-person or homeschooling. All have some pros, some cons and all likely feel overwhelming. But one thing I know to be true is this- YOU, Mama, were chosen to be the specific parent of your specific child and you CAN do this. And so can they. One day at a time.
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The list is long of responsibilities right now but I’m working on a free resource that will be available very soon to help you build easy, healthy and fun lunches for your family. Stay tuned and repeat after me- I. Can. Do. This.
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I’m gearing up to record a master class with @km

I’m gearing up to record a master class with @kmoremacro this Friday and I just can’t help but feel like sheetpan recipes are the answer to at least 50% of the “I need more fast/easy/healthy recipe” questions that often come my way!
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It’s no secret that I love sheet pan meals (and you can find a ton of them at kissinthekitchen.com) but this Maple BBQ Meatloaves with sweet potatoes and Brussels Sprouts has gotta be one of my top two favorites! Have you tried it yet?! If not, hit the save button and prepare to wow the family sometime soon with this super easy recipe!
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Husband: "But we don't need it": Me: "But it's on

Husband: "But we don't need it":
Me: "But it's on sale".
Rinse, repeat.
But really, y'all @stasherbag were on sale at @wholefoods today (Plus the extra 10% off for being a Prime member!) and your girl got some extra fun fancy new colors🧡💖💜💙. Stasherbags have always felt like a luxury to me, but they're such a sustainable way to store food, cut down on waste and with colors this cute, who doesn't want to snag a few?
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But in all seriousness- my approach when making safer swaps, whether it be reusable bags or safer beauty/skincare products is to grab a few when they’re on sale and then do it again next time there's a sale- little by little it will add up and before you know it you'll have a collection that didn't break the bank all at once!
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Now tell me, what's next on YOUR safer swap journey?! Not sure what to choose? Think about nail polish, laundry detergent/dishwashing liquid, dryer sheets (ditch those and use wool dryer balls), home air fresheners (ditch those for oils), makeup, skincare or reusable snack bags?!
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Anyone else going bananas over "back to school"? U

Anyone else going bananas over "back to school"? Ugh. Mamas- my heart is heavy for all of you that are having to make impossible decisions right now. I hope you are giving yourself grace and committing to taking all of this just one day at a time. Mothering wasn't easy before 2020 and it sure as heck ain't easy now.
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Not to make light of the above, but if you do need an easy button for back to school breakfast (whether your kiddos are virtual or in person), this GF Maple Banana French Toast Bake is your answer- FINALLY, an easy decision. Grab the recipe from the link in bio. You can assemble the night before and just toss in the oven in the morning! Can you say rise and shine ☀️ ?!
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Sound on for a voice over of our #selfcaresaturday

Sound on for a voice over of our #selfcaresaturday - hint, nothing goes as planned with a toddler.
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Takeaways:
👧🏼be prepared for excess product, possible pre-measure before? Definitely have a damp washcloth already available.
👧🏼thank goodness for safer skincare since she got it all over her.
👧🏼be prepared for massive tears when it’s time to remove the face paint
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In all seriousness, I’m so thankful for safe products I can feel super confident about using on myself (in any season of life- pregnancy, breastfeeding, postpartum or any other season) and that Joy can play with (under supervision ideally).
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I almost let the week go by without sharing about

I almost let the week go by without sharing about #worldbreastfeedingweek. My breastfeeding journey was no cake walk and although I’m really proud of it, it also still stings just a little. I’m what you call a low supply Mama. Not your “my supply dipped and I ate a few lactation cookies and I’m good again” kind of situation but like a pump with a hospital grade pump for 30 minutes, 8 times a day, for almost 9 months and I was never able to produce more than half of what Joy needed. I tried ALL the things, promise. As a dietitian this felt so unfair and like my body betrayed me. Probably still working through this one a bit but I’m still so thankful for the almost 9 months I was able to provide her breastmilk.
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It was heartbreaking at times but I know I truly gave it my all. This photo was taken after she latched and fed after a 3 week stretch of being unable to. Lip ties, tongue ties, revisions, the works. Those were some dark days and it seemed like everything revolves around triple feeding.
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So Mama, if breastfeeding didn’t come naturally, required a fight, looked significantly different than what you thought it would, I see you. Kudos to all the Mamas out there just doing your best- that’s truly all we can ever do.
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Those three dreaded words that are keeping so many

Those three dreaded words that are keeping so many Mamas up at night. Back. to. School.
Mamas, I have ZERO advice. You know your kiddos best and the best we can do is make decisions out of love, not fear. Sending you so much ❤️. So whether you are packing lunches per usual or you're adjusting to making more lunches at home, can you let me know (in a comment below or head to my stories for polls!) how I can best serve you at the beginning of this Back to School year?
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I've got some exciting things up my sleeve for this August all trying to help you crank out healthy/easy/delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinner!
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In the meantime, these Fiesta Turkey Wraps are my go-to for spicing up a lunch box. This recipe is actually one of the most popular ones on the blog and I recently revamped it to include my favorite @sietefoods cassava tortillas. If I can't find those, almond flour are my next go-to--- have you tried them?!
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Hit that save button and search "Fiesta Turkey" on kissinthekitchen.com to snag this easy recipe!
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