My 10 year beef-iversary – The Fitnessista

Sharing more about why I started to eat red meat again, how I’m feeling, and a friendly reminder that the best eating strategy is the one that works for you. No shade or judgement here.   Hi ...

Think Like an Athlete: The Mindset Anyone Can Use to Reach Their Goals

I stopped being an athlete a few years ago, and it got me thinking about what I miss most about competing at a high level in CrossFit.Sure, part of me misses the adrenaline rush of running out onto ...

Alphabet Soup – Spend With Pennies

About the authorHolly Nilsson is the creator of Spend With Pennies, where she creates easy, comforting recipes made for real life. With a passion for nostalgic flavors and simplified techniques, ...

Air Fryer Chicken Wings (Crispiest Ever!)

By: Shelly Posted: Aug 11, 2025 We’re about to cook the crispiest, most delicious pub-style chicken wings in the air fryer! This method is quick, mess-free, ...

Peach Fruit Salad – Barefeet in the Kitchen

Sweet peaches, tart and tangy blackberries, fresh mint, basil, and parsley are tossed together with a tangy-sweet vinaigrette over creamy burrata to create the summer salad that I can’t stop eating. ...

Our 4th grade homeschool curriculum

Sharing our plan for 4th grade homeschool curriculum! Please keep in mind that I’m NOT a pro at this. We’re figuring it out as we go and it’s our first full year of homeschool after finishing most ...

Easy Chocolate Cake (9×13 Pan)

This recipe is simply the much-requested 9×13 version of my famous chocolate cake. This cake has gotten rave reviews for its rich, decadent chocolate flavor, and boy is it easy to make. Now, you ...

General Tso’s Chicken – Spend With Pennies

General Tso’s (pronounced “so”) Chicken is easily made using chicken broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and a dash of red pepper flakes for a resturant quality at home. ...

Homemade Salsa (Restaurant Style) – Spend With Pennies

This no-cook salsa recipe uses a can of tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, lime juice, and zesty seasonings to make a restaurant-style salsa everyone will love! Flavor: Vibrant tomato flavor ...

Million Dollar Spaghetti – Spend With Pennies

About the authorHolly Nilsson is the creator of Spend With Pennies, where she creates easy, comforting recipes made for real life. With a passion for nostalgic flavors and simplified techniques, ...