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Harvest Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Maple Bacon Vinaigrette

Chris Cooks

Harvest Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Maple Bacon Vinaigrette

I love a good salad. No matter the time of year, a crisp salad with delicious toppings and a homemade dressing is always a good idea. I really wanted to make a salad to transition my tastebuds into fall while remaining delicious in summer. And so I did. This harvest salad is fresh and green, […]
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August 27, 2023

Lifestyle

My Favorite Pants That Aren't Jeans

Fashion

My Favorite Pants That Aren't Jeans

A few months back, I came across this TikTok that shared a fashion revelation that kind of blew my mind. For years, millennial women have been rocking jeans and a cute top. Ask a millennial friend what she's wearing out, and chances are she'll reply, "Jeans and a cute top." Ask a Gen Z, however, […]
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August 25, 2023

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Roasted Butternut Squash with Rosemary & Sage | Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks

Roasted Butternut Squash with Rosemary & Sage | Chris Cooks

Squash is nobody's favorite food. Maybe a baby's? But when it comes to adult foods, squash doesn't fall at the top of the favorite food list. That being said, I think squash is a very underrated food that doesn't get enough hype. Consider this my attempt to hype up some hearty, yummy, roasted butternut squash. […]
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August 20, 2023

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Hunting For The Best Can Opener

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Hunting For The Best Can Opener

Have you ever met a can opener that just... works?? It's hard to believe that a simple, everyday appliance could cause such grievance, but here we are. In my opinion, a can opener should be fairly straightforward. If you're the only one who knows how to get your can opener working, then you're at a […]
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August 18, 2023

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Green Juice Like You Had at That One Resort | Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks

Green Juice Like You Had at That One Resort | Chris Cooks

Have you ever gone on a trip and couldn't stop thinking about that one dish you had for dinner or that delicious croissant from that bakery you might never revisit? Well, I haven't been able to get this green juice out of my head since I tried it at a Mexico resort. There's something so […]
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August 13, 2023

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The Quest For the Best Hair Towel Wrap

Health & Beauty

The Quest For the Best Hair Towel Wrap

We all grew up twisting our hair up into a large towel, only to have it unravel 5 minutes later. Gone are the days of using the same towel you dry your body off with to dry your hair. Your hair deserves better than that! A few years back, I started using an Aquis hair […]
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August 11, 2023

Lifestyle

Pork Enchiladas with Red Sauce - Grain & Dairy Free | Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks

Pork Enchiladas with Red Sauce - Grain & Dairy Free | Chris Cooks

Enchiladas are a great way to feed a family. They're pretty universally delicious and even satisfy the appetite of picky eaters, but once you have food restrictions in your family, you realize that nearly every store-bought enchilada sauce contains gluten, grain, and/or dairy. Making your own enchilada sauce isn't as convenient as opening up a […]
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August 6, 2023

Lifestyle

A Recap of July + Some Favorites From the Month

Best Of

A Recap of July + Some Favorites From the Month

We only have a few more weeks of summer, and we've been enjoying every minute of summer fun and sunshine while we can. We kicked July off with the start of Color School, which was so incredibly fun! Already thinking of ways to improve it for next summer because we received so much positive feedback […]
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August 4, 2023

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Simple Organization For a Kid's Bedroom

Cleaning & Organization

Simple Organization For a Kid's Bedroom

Ever since we removed the closet in Faye's room, I've received many concerned DMs about how Faye won't have any storage left in her bedroom. Well, I'm happy to report that she has more than enough storage between her dresser and armoire. Faye is my sentimental girl, and she's got quite a collection of clothing […]
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August 3, 2023

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Four Delicious Tuna Salad Recipes | Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks

Four Delicious Tuna Salad Recipes | Chris Cooks

I'll be the first to admit that tuna salad might not be everybody's jam. I get it. But if you don't like tuna salad, it's possible you've only eaten a subpar mix with basic mayo, possibly some mustard, and a bit of pickle (if you're lucky). All I'm saying is, don't knock it 'til you've […]
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July 30, 2023

Lifestyle

What to Wear According to Your Color Season

Fashion

What to Wear According to Your Color Season

Have you ever been told while wearing an outfit you love, "That's your color!"? It's one of the greatest feelings, and it's something I hear every time I wear this azure blue, long sleeve workout top. All of the recent Color School content got me thinking about the four color seasons – Spring, Summer, Fall, […]
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July 28, 2023

Lifestyle

Thai Coconut Curry with White Fish

Chris Cooks

Thai Coconut Curry with White Fish

We all have our comfort foods, and while some crave a Tasty Meatloaf or a Cheesy Casserole (both delicious), my ride-or-die comfort meal is a hot bowl of curry. My Vegetable Coconut Curry recipe is in rotation, but I'm a sucker for a classic Red Thai Coconut Curry. Toss in some white fish, like cod […]
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July 23, 2023

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Lemon & Dill Roasted Potatoes | Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks

Lemon & Dill Roasted Potatoes | Chris Cooks

Potatoes are often overlooked in a sea of flavorful foods, but the truth is, they're incredibly flavorful and versatile if prepared correctly (are my Idaho roots showing?). These lemon & dill roasted potatoes are one of the simplest yet more flavorful ways to cook potatoes, and they make a great side at every summer gathering. […]
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July 16, 2023

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Quick & Perfect Honey BBQ Chicken | Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks

Quick & Perfect Honey BBQ Chicken | Chris Cooks

There are 101 BBQ chicken recipes out there. For me, the best recipe is the simplest. Really, it's about the right cut of chicken, a good sauce, and waiting to add the sauce until the end or after cooking. Let's get into it. Serving Platter | Silver Bowl | Wooden Spoons | Glass Jar | […]
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July 9, 2023

Lifestyle

My Most Requested Fruit Salad | Chris Cooks

My Top Requested Fruit Salad | Chris Loves Julia

Chris Cooks

My Most Requested Fruit Salad | Chris Cooks

Fruit salad. Yawn, amiright? No! Everyone loves it, and everyone has their version they make that is always a "popular" hit. But a trend I see with a lot of fruit salads is using second or third tier fruits and mixing it with higher and higher ratios of non-fruit ingredients until it's basically dessert. Whipped […]
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July 2, 2023

Lifestyle

A Recap of June + Some Favorites From the Month

Best Of

A Recap of June + Some Favorites From the Month

This month has been a busy one for our family. I took a brief trip to Idaho to visit my Dad, who's undergoing cancer treatments at the moment, and while I was there, we finished up the Fullmer's nursery! We also put the finishing touches on the CLJ Studio, covered in our Stuga flooring. Faye's […]
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June 30, 2023

Lifestyle

Plant-based and Dairy-based Protein Ice Creams for the Ninja CREAMi | Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks

Plant-based and Dairy-based Protein Ice Creams for the Ninja CREAMi | Chris Cooks

Jules and I have been trying to increase our protein intake and hitting those macros can be tough, especially when you're craving treats nonstop. So I set out to make two low calorie, macro-counting-friendly desserts that can be whipped up in our favorite kitchen appliance, the Ninja CREAMi. Shop this pic We've been using the […]
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June 25, 2023

Lifestyle

10 Grilling Recipes You Have to Try | Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks

10 Grilling Recipes You Have to Try | Chris Cooks

Over the years, grilling has evolved from a hobby to a lifestyle. I spend as much time as I can on the grill, and with our new outdoor kitchen, I've been taking my grilling skills to the next level. If you don't know where to start with grilling, or maybe you want to improve the […]
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June 18, 2023

Lifestyle

Cute Summer Sandals To Dress Up and Down

Fashion

Cute Summer Sandals To Dress Up and Down

One thing I've learned from living in North Carolina is how few sandals I owned and wore when we lived in Idaho! And while I feel the most productive in my sneakers, I love being able to slide my feet into something more breathable with the hot weather. I especially love having summer sandals that […]
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June 16, 2023

Lifestyle

10 Essential Grilling Tools

Chris Cooks

10 Essential Grilling Tools

Since completing the outdoor kitchen, I've been enjoying every second I can get in front of the grill(s). I've also added a few grilling tools to my collection, and I've narrowed down a list of the essential grilling tools for all my fellow hobbyist grillers out there. Whether you're just beginning your grilling journey and […]
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June 11, 2023
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