I’m a huge appetizer lover – whenever I go to a party or holiday gathering, my first stop is always the appetizer table – I often prefer it to the main meal! 🙂 So today, I wanted to share a list of my favorite dairy free appetizers that both lactose-free eaters and dairy lovers alike will enjoy!

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Hi friends! Happy Friday. I’m popping in today with some things I’m loving lately.

Things I’m Loving Lately

1) My first baby is 6 years old!

Wow, how did that happen?!

Riese’s birthday was the day after Thanksgiving this year, on Friday, and we spent it with Matt’s family at the rental house where we were staying for the long weekend in Massanutten, Virginia.

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Hi friends! Matt, the kids and I are back home after a fun Thanksgiving trip to Massanutten, Virginia, which is about 2.5 hours southwest of the DC area.

We spent the holiday this year with Matt’s family (his parents, his older brother Chris and his wife Jess and their 3 boys, and his younger brother Drew and his wife Morgana).

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One of the best ways to instantly make a recipe feel holiday-inspired is to add dried cranberries! They’re deliciously sweet-tart and a perfect way to dress up both sweet and savory dishes. Plus, they’re easy to store and don’t require any extra preparation!

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Hi friends! It has been awhile since I did a random all over the place check in post, so I thought today might be a good time to do so!

Before I get into today’s post, in case you’re looking for any Thanksgiving recipe inspiration for later this week, here are some posts that may be of interest: Best Healthy Thanksgiving recipes, and also Recipe Ideas for Thanksgiving Leftovers.

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Cozy and nourishing turkey rice soup is the perfect recipe to make with leftover turkey from Thanksgiving – but you can also make it anytime, and even use rotisserie chicken instead! This easy stovetop soup with wild rice is packed with veggies and savory flavor, and is so simple to prepare.

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A couple weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending a retreat at Bend of Ivy, a gorgeous spot right outside of Asheville, NC.

The retreat was hosted by the team from Revolution from Home; I’ve mentioned before on the blog that I’ve been in their MotherWorthy virtual group program for a couple years now and love it, so when an in person retreat option popped up I knew I couldn’t miss it.

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This crockpot turkey chili recipe is the perfect healthy comfort meal for a busy weeknight. Plus, it’s versatile! Either prep it in the morning and throw it in the slow cooker so it’s ready by dinnertime, prep it and simply freeze it for later, or cook it right then and there either on the stove top or in the Instant Pot!

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Hello, hello! If you’ve been reading my blog for awhile, you know that I LOVE reading, especially fiction. For awhile I was on a big thriller and historical fiction kick, but lately I’ve been on more of a romance and fantasy kick and it has been so fun to mix it up!

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Looking for something cute to make for Halloween that’s fun and festive but not a complete sugar bomb? Look no farther than these whole wheat maple brownie Halloween spiderweb cookies!

These spiderweb maple brownie cookies are fluffy, soft, chocolate-y, and all around delicious.

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Apple cider vinegar has gained popularity in recent years, and for good reason! It’s easy to use, flavorful, and versatile for cooking.

Here are some of my favorite recipes with apple cider vinegar, from tangy vinaigrette dressings to roasted chicken thighs, crunchy salads, and more!

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You’d never guess these soft and tender chocolate chip banana muffins are gluten free! They’re perfectly sweetened with a mix of ripe bananas and a little (but not TOO much) sugar, and packed with goodies like oats, mini chocolate chips, and pecans.

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Last week I took a quick trip to Brooklyn, NY for the Tastemaker SEO Summit for bloggers. Here’s a recap from my New York adventures!

I hadn’t been to New York in ages – I believe the last time I was there was way back in fall 2016, when Matt and I headed up to cheer on friends running in the NYC Marathon.

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Need some dairy free snack recipe inspiration? From dairy free protein balls, chia pudding, muffins, and more, these wholesome and dairy free snacks are all healthy, easy to make, and delicious!

I’m sharing a mix of sweet and savory snacks, depending on what you’re in the mood for.

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One of my favorite things about fall is the abundance of apples and apple recipes (like this one)! I spend most of the year ambivalent about apples, and then as soon as fall hits I LOVE them. They just taste so much better!

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Last weekend, I had one of my favorite weekends ever: my annual (well, minus a couple pandemic years) Cape May, NJ girl’s weekend trip!

This year the trip was extra special because all 7 of our freshman year floor crew was present.

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Hi friends! My birthday was last week, and I thought it would be fun to share a lifestyle post today with some of the stuff I got into to celebrate!

My birthday celebrations started a couple days early with a lunch date with my mom at one of my favorite local spots: Fiola Mare on the Georgetown waterfront.

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If you’re a sweet potato lover like me, you’re always looking for new ways to incorporate them into your meals. Well, good news – the search is over!

Sweet potatoes are incredibly versatile; here are my favorite healthy sweet potato recipes, from taco-stuffed sweet potatoes to sweet potato muffins (and even a spiced sweet potato smoothie).

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Did you know granola bars are surprisingly easy to make at home? Plus, they’re a healthy and satisfying make ahead snack that’s perfect for when you’re on-the-go.

Below, I’m sharing my favorite homemade granola bar recipes, with a mix of sweet and savory versions!

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