I'm going to share how to make instant pot chicken breasts perfectly seasoned and fork tender that will also yield a rich, savory homemade chicken broth as well. A bag of tender, flavorful cooked chicken breast meat in the fridge is a busy cook's best friend. In addition to being a healthy protein source, it also is the most versatile meat ever. I am not one who loves to buy a rotisserie for pulled meat. I much prefer making a batch of my own perfectly seasoned, fork tender breast meat. ...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Stalk
This easy-to-make whole roasted Brussels Sprouts stalk looks gorgeous on a platter and also makes a healthy and delicious vegetable side. If you want to shake up your vegetable side game, why not try serving a whole roasted Brussels sprouts stalk? It is easy to make, and most people love the novelty of picking sprouts directly off of the stalk. Since Brussels sprouts typically appear just before the holidays, I try to buy at least one to make for a dinner party while they are ...
New Prescription Medicated Cloths May Stop Your Excessive Armpit Sweating
Dr. Jo Herzog shares helpful information about the new prescription medicated cloths that may stop your excessive armpit sweating if you suffer from primary axillary hyperhidrosis. ...
Taking Your Dog Shopping: The When, Where & Wear
Because more retail stores are becoming dog-friendly these days, I'm sharing some tips and suggestions for taking your dog shopping: the when, where & "wear." Not everyone has a desire to take his or her dog shopping, but I've been doing it for years. My golden doodle Cam has been going shopping with me since he was a puppy, and he turns 4 in November. He loves it; I love it; most of the people we encounter love it too. ...
How to Style Athleta From Day to Night
Here's how to style Athleta from day to night by changing shoes, sweaters and accessories to dress the pieces up or down. If I had to choose one store to call "favorite," it would have to be Athleta. My daily uniform is pretty much a pair of Athleta leggings and a top. I dress for the day (usually including Pilates) and don't change again unless I have to. I've recently starting buying more pieces from Athleta to build a basic wardrobe that can be accessorized to go from casual to ...
Mimi’s Old Faithful Lasagna
Mimi's Old Faithful Lasagna uses egg noodles, cottage cheese, mozzarella and a savory meat sauce to make a delicious, crowd pleasing dish that is also make ahead and freezer friendly. I served Mimi's Old Faithful Lasagna this week at our young marrieds' small group, and to say that it was a hit is an understatement. Most went back for seconds (some thirds), and raved over how yummy it was. More than one person commented that it was the best lasagna they'd ever eaten. ...
Update Your Fall Wardrobe with these Trendy Boots, Shoes & Totes
Don't buy new clothes when you can simply update your Fall wardrobe with these Trendy boots, shoes & totes~from animal print to fringe to metallic and more. ...
Baked Cinnamon Apple Chips
These addictively yummy & healthy baked cinnamon apple chips can be made crispy or soft are the perfect Fall snack. These baked cinnamon apple chips are a new favorite snack at our house, and they are perfect for FAll!! Better yet, they require almost zero cooking skill:-) You can make these apple chips two ways: soft and pliable (almost like dried apples) or crispy. The secret is what you do with the apples after baking them. ...
My Top 10 Favorite Fall Desserts for Entertaining
My top 10 favorite Fall desserts for entertaining include cake, pie, bread pudding, roulade, crumbles, cookie cups, and even a "skinny" Fall confection~something for any party, small or large. Since it is officially Autumn, I decided to post my top 10 favorite Fall desserts for entertaining. Whether you have small groups, large parties, or anything in between, there is a dessert (or two) for you on this list. I include a photo of each dessert with a link to the recipe underneath. ...
Spicy Turkey Meatballs with Lemon Zoodles
Robust seasonings, cheese, and a buttery garlic sauce make these spicy turkey meatballs with lemon zoodles out of this world flavorful and delicious. ...
This Elegant Art Will Take Your Holiday Decorating and Gift Giving to the Next Level
Not only can you buy this elegant art that will take your holiday decorating and gift giving to the next level, you can get free shipping from now until November 1st with the code Family Savvy. I'm excited to share a savvy solution to getting a jump on holiday decorating and gift giving with some of the loveliest art ever. Look at those ornaments in the photo above. The gold leaf, the antique crosses imprinted in clay to achieve an intaglio look.....the silk ribbon. These are truly ...
Why You Need to Make These Healthy Turkey Breakfast Cups
If you follow Faster Way to Fat Loss, Whole 30 or Paleo, these easy, make ahead and yummy healthy turkey breakfast cups are the perfect whole food fuel your body craves. An adorable and dear college friend borrowed my kitchen recently to make these turkey sausage & sweet potato breakfast cups. She is a super healthy eater, so she made these to take back to her dorm to freeze and pull out as needed for healthy breakfast on the go. ...
New FDA Approved Drugs Aim to Stop Migraines Before They Start
UAB Neurologist Dr. Robert Pearlman discusses the new FDA approved drugs that aim to stop migraines before they start and give new hope to migraine sufferers and those who treat them. The FDA has approved new drugs that offer huge hope to migraine sufferers. According to UAB neurologist Dr. Pearlman, this is a beacon of renewed hope for those who suffer with migraines. ...
Make Your Own Coconut Sugar Scrub for Soft Silky Hands
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This 3-ingredient recipe is all you need to know to make your own coconut sugar scrub for soft, silky hands no matter how many times you wash!!!! Ladies, if you learn to make your own coconut sugar scrub for soft, silky hands, you will be hard pressed to go back to regular hand soap again! This 3-ingredient recipe makes a scrub that not only cleans hands but also moisturizes and exfoliates them~keeping them soft and silky. The problem: Cooking and kitchen tasks require repeated washing, ...
My Vet Shares 10 Reasons Why a Grain Free Diet is Bad for Most Dogs
My vet shares 10 reasons why a grain free diet is bad for most dogs and can actually lead to two fatal diseases. Who is best to advise on a dog's diet? For all of us who care about our pets, a veterinarian would be the most knowledgeable about a dog's food and how it affects his diet. Pet stores or retailers tend to promote all products that they sell, and there is a large grain free segment that must promote this diet to make money. In the following video, a veterinarian explains ...
Blue Cheese Horseradish Coleslaw
This blue cheese horseradish coleslaw is a crunchy, piquant, fresh, and delicious twist on traditional coleslaw that will have folks asking for the recipe! If you love piquant flavors and a good chopped slaw, this blue cheese horseradish coleslaw is one recipe you'll want to bookmark. I made this for our small group young married couples this week, and they devoured it (and four of them asked for the recipe:-). ...
Throw a Lovely Shower Brunch with these Easy Recipes and Savvy Tips
Celebrate a new baby or upcoming wedding and throw a lovely shower brunch with these easy recipes and savvy tips for doing most of the work ahead of time. Since I recently hosted a bridal shower brunch, I decided to document with pics and notes to share on the blog. Many of the recipes that I used were made days (some longer) ahead of time, which made brunch morning much less stressful. ...
2 Ways to Achieve Fuller Lips: Injections and a Nude Lip
If you have thin lips, I am sharing 2 ways to achieve fuller lips: injections and a nude lip (created with the perfect makeup products). ...
Fall Glam Decor: White Velvet Pumpkins with Gold Stems
I share my quick & easy DIY Fall Glam Decor: white velvet pumpkins with gold stems~an elegant, modern twist on traditional Fall decor. ...
Shop My Closet: Some Classic Looks for 2018
Shop my closet for some classic looks for 2018, including a C/MEO Collective black midi dress currently on sale for less than $60!!! I found some great pieces online recently that I decided to share on the blog, primarily because one of the dresses is currently on a HUGE sale. For upcoming weddings and a special event, I found two really pretty, classic dresses that I love. Both are great brands~C/MEO Collective and Likely, and the C/MEO is currently on sale at Saks Off Fifth. I link ...
A Vet Discusses Dog Dental Health and Teeth Cleaning
Dr. Andy Sokol, a friend and vet, discusses dog dental health and teeth cleaning and explains why preventive care is key to avoiding serious issues. ...
Transition Into Fall with Cute & Comfy Athleisure
Here are some ways to transition into Fall with cute & comfy athleisure that will take you from workout to out and about. Athleisure. Casual, comfortable clothing designed to be suitable both for exercise and everyday wear. What's not to love? ...
Boursin Potato Gratin (and How to Make Homemade Boursin Cheese)
As holiday entertaining nears, I am sharing the recipe for Boursin Potato Gratin (and how to make homemade Boursin cheese) from one of my all time favorite cookbooks. ...
De-Stress School Lunches: Keep Calm and Pack Leftovers!
These 6 recipes are the perfect solution to help busy moms de-stress school lunches, keep calm, and pack leftovers that kids will LOVE. Double-duty recipes that make great leftovers for school lunches are pure GOLD for any busy parent who wants to keep the family well fed but would love to do it in less time. ...
Divorcing Women Often Need a New Team of Advisors
Because divorce is a painful reality that can devastate many women, attorney Heather Locklar explains why divorcing women often need a new team of advisors for financial security. Part of staying "family savvy" is being prepared to navigate life when unexpected turns take place. Many women, despite their best efforts, face divorces that they neither wanted nor dreamed would ever happen. To be clear: I am an advocate for marriage. On Family Savvy, I share myriad posts on this marriage ...
These Cheesy Biscuits Will Be the Main Attraction of Any Southern Table
These cheesy biscuits will be the main attraction of any Southern table, from a family breakfast to a shower brunch to a full blown Southern style buffet. Biscuits are the epitome of true Southern fare. I am of the opinion that a plain biscuit is a good thing; a cheesy biscuit is a better thing:-). ...
Creamy Fire-Roasted Tomato Lentil Soup in Minutes
If you crave a rich, hearty meatless main dish (and have access to a Trader Joe's), you can make this creamy fire-roasted tomato lentil soup in minutes. This recipe for creamy fire-roasted tomato lentil soup is a rich, flavorful tomato based soup that is made more substantial (and protein laden) with the addition of lentils. Since the recipe contains two key ingredients found at Trader Joe's, I apologize in advance to my friends who don't live near a T.J.'s. ...
Celebrate Avocado Day with 3 Fab Recipes and a Freebie
If you want to celebrate National Avocado Day with 3 fab avocado recipes and a freebie, check out my recipes and get freebie details below! ...
Open Your Purse 2018: Here’s What Every Woman Needs to Know
With the First Annual Open Your Purse soon to take place in Birmingham, I'm sharing what every woman needs to know about the event and most importantly, the cause behind it. I am so excited about Open Your Purse 2018, an event that is going to be the first of its kind in Birmingham. ...
DIY Dog Collar Odor Remover and Freshener Recipe
Don't throw away your dog's stinky collar until you try this DIY Dog Collar Odor Remover and Freshener Recipe that uses 3 products you probably have on hand. If you have a dog, you may be familiar with the dreaded "sour smelling collar" that makes your sweet furry friend, well, stinky:-) This is common for dogs who swim and play outside. The smell seems to stem from a combination of heat, swimming, "air drying," and bacteria. The first time Cam got a stinky collar, I threw it away and ...
Mediterranean Lentil Soup {Instant Pot or Stovetop}
This recipe for authentic Mediterranean lentil soup {Instant Pot or stovetop} has deep, earthy flavor from assorted spices AND is super quick and easy to make using precooked lentils. ...
Here’s the Inside Scoop on Vitamin C- Straight From a Dermatologist
If you prefer getting skin care facts from an expert rather than ads, here's the inside scoop on Vitamin C-straight from a dermatologist. If you've wanted to learn more about Vitamin C for skin from an actual dermatologist, this post if for you! My dermatologist Jo Herzog shares hugely helpful info on Vitamin C in a guest post (below). Dr. Jo's medical expertise and her insight into (and personal sampling of) most cosmeceuticals makes her a definite voice of authority. In her post, ...
A Savvy 2-Step Routine to Prevent Bad Breath and Plaque in Dogs (and Cats)
For my fellow pet owners, I'm sharing a savvy 2-step routine to prevent bad breath and plaque in dogs (and cats) that I've used for 3 years and that has kept my dog in perfect dental health. ...
My Hair Stylist Demonstrates the Voloom Hair Crimping Tool
If you are looking for a new way to add volume to your hair, you might want to watch as my hair stylist demonstrates the Voloom hair crimping tool. My hair stylist Kim (owner of Hair By Kim) was styling my daughter's hair recently and started using a tool that I'd never seen before~a Voloom crimper. She told me that it was a new tool that she had just started using. When I asked her to do a short video about it (for the blog) she sweetly agreed! ...
Family Savvy Top Picks: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018
With early access ON, I've been scouring for the Family Savvy top picks for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018, and I've got tons to share! Nordstrom's Early Access Anniversary Sale is fab but a bit stressful~especially when the best deals often disappear the first day (as I've already encountered this morning). Still.....there are plenty of FAB finds, and I'll be sharing my top picks today and likely another day (or two). I always start with studio to street apparel. Most days of the ...
Fresh & Healthy Salsa Taco Shredded Chicken for Bowls, Burritos & Beyond
All you need is a slow cooker and 3 ingredients (plus chicken) to make this fresh & healthy salsa taco shredded chicken for bowls, burritos & beyond. This fresh, healthy, absolutely delicious salsa taco chicken is one of the easiest, most budget savvy, and versatile uses for boneless skinless breasts. Since Tuesday is when I buy these on sale (at The Fresh Market), I decided to repost this oldie but goodie. If you live near The Fresh Market you surely know about the fabulous ...