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Instant Pot Healthy Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Lunch & Dinner Meals

Need a quick, nourishing meal for dinner tonight? Look no further then these Instant Pot Healthy Stuffed Sweet Potatoes. Filled with lean protein and lots of fiber, it’s something you will feel great about feeding everyone in your family. Wait, potatoes are healthy? Yes, yes they are! And actually I just spoke to Good Housekeeping all about the nutritional benefits…
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Vegan Crunchy Granola Bar

Sides & Snacks

If you’re tired of spending $2.99 on those store-bought granola bars, then this post is for you! Naturally sweetened and extra crunchy, this Vegan Crunchy Granola Bar recipe is sure to be your new favorite snack. How do you make the perfect crunchy granola bar? Sometimes I wonder why I spent 6 years in school to get my masters and…
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ALDI has a wide selection of affordable wine (read many under $10) that complement the organic juices they have in stock! Set up a build-your-own (BYO) mimosa bar to let mom have a little fun (and heck, the guests, too)! I highly recommend adding the premixed Orange Mimosa, Belletti Prosecco and the Journey To… Sparkling French Lemonade to your list right now because whether mom likes hers spiked or all natural, these are great options to have on hand. Okay, now that we’ve got the mimosa bar stocked, let’s move on to the substance! The way I look at planning a brunch is actually quite simple. You’ve got to have something to appease the bacon fans, something for the cinnamon roll crowd and then something for the veggie lovers. While a fan favorite has been my Southwestern Egg White Frittatas, I’m more of a gimme the yolk kinda girl these days (read there’s so much nutrition in that yellow goddess) that I’ve swapped them for the ALDI Test Kitchen Bacon, Spinach and Tomato Mini Quiches. You can make these with or without the crust to satisfy those who may be gluten-free or watching their carbs, too! Speaking of gluten-free, add a box of the ALDI liveGfree yellow cake mix to your list too so you can whip up these Lemon Blueberry Cake Mix Muffins! I swear, satisfying your guests’ dietary needs has never been easier (and more affordable) than when you shop at ALDI. An average gluten-free cake mix easily runs $7 at a local market, but at ALDI, it’s under $3! Now that we’ve got the protein and carbs covered, I must show you the real highlight of the meal, the Sunsational Salad! Seriously, nothing screams “I LOVE YOU MOM” more than a simple yet decadent salad. It’s like your serving a gourmet $15 salad from a local farm-to-table restaurant for just under $2 a serving. You can even go a step further and jazz it up by offering NeverAny! (free from antibiotics, hormones or animal byproducts) grilled chicken on the side to amp up the protein too. See, the possibilities are endless! Recently, both liveGfree and NeverAny! lines earned the Good Housekeeping Seal, which is considered the gold standard in helping to guide shoppers. ALDI also has a wide variety of those ALDI Finds that work perfectly to give a little gift to the women in your life, too. Remember these items are available for a limited time! That and a bottle of wine, I mean come on, you’ll be the favorite in no time! Want to come back to this post? Then pin it for later! For more fun information, tips on affordable brunching, and to find the ALDI closest to you, visit https://www.aldi.us/stores/! And, if you’re like me and want to share your own recipes, photos, tips and tricks, tag ALDI using the hashtag #ALDILove

20 Energy Saving Recipes

Lunch & Dinner Meals· Nutrition Trends

Looking to be a little greener, reduce your energy use and use cleaner energy? Then look no further than these 20 Energy Saving Recipes. From gluten free to vegan, there’s a recipe for everyone in this mix. What is an energy saving recipe? Let’s rewind a bit before we jump right into this question. First and foremost, did you know in the…
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Healthy Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Chunks

Breakfast & Brunch· Sweet Treats

Healthy Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Chunks is a delicious, nutritious and SUPER easy recipe to make for your entire family to enjoy. Low in sugar and high in fiber,  it’s a sweet treat you’ll feel great after eating! Should I make pumpkin bread? Yes, you absolutely should! There’s no question that pumpkin bread can be enjoyed year round, though it’s…
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