I like nearly any and every food, but Lucas is a bit picky when it comes to veggies. Green beans, broccoli, simple salads, and asparagus...

I love a good crumble, and this Mixed Berry Crumble is mighty fine. It's filled with the flavors of spring and summer, but with the use...

The first time I ever tried "brussel sprouts" was in the Samford University cafeteria. YIKES - not the best place to try anything for the...

In case you haven't noticed, I am ALL about soups this time of year. There's just nothing more comforting than a big bowl of hearty soup...

A friend of mine gave me a sourdough starter a couple of months ago, and I have been making sourdough on the reg ever since! It always...

If you're in need of a quick, healthy, weeknight meal that also tastes delicious, I've got you covered with these Easy Salmon Tacos with...

Recently, I've gotten several requests for more dinner recipes, so here you are! This flavorful recipe was inspired by my New Year's Eve...

With how busy life can sometimes get, it's helpful to have nutritious and energizing grab-and-go snacks on hand. Cue my Cardamon Cacao...

It's been so cold in Nashville recently, and all I've wanted to eat is SOUP. I love a good hearty soup this time of year, and my Bacon...

Peanut butter is one of my top 5 favorite foods. Always has been, always will be. Whether it's used in a savory peanut dipping sauce,...

Nothing says Christmas more than peppermint. Am I right? Add some dark chocolate and white chocolate chips into the mix and WOW… too good...

‘Tis the season for caroling with close companions, cozy-ing up on the couch, and cooking (and consuming) all the comfort foods. Amidst...

I had the hardest time naming these bad boys… They taste like brownies, but look like muffins. I seriously considered calling them...

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I really love apples and pears. For the past few months, I’ve had one or the other (or both)...

Wow, the temperature has dropped dramatically in Nashville over the past couple of days, and it has me wanting all the cozy fall foods....

I am a dessert most nights person. I know, I know… I’m a dietitian so I how could I speak such blasphemy?! Why would I even touch sugar,...

October has come and gone, but pumpkin season is far from over. If you, like me, are still embracing all things pumpkin, then boy oh boy...

Move over pumpkin – it’s time for SWEET potato to take the spotlight with this Autumn Sweet Potato Loaf! This naturally sweetened...

Hello! Welcome to Hope For Balance! Since it’s October, I decided my first blog post should be a tribute to fall and two of my favorite...