Is It Worth It? (2026)

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Carnitas Quesadilla – Barefeet in the Kitchen

With a buttery, crispy flour tortilla wrapped around melty Pepper Jack cheese and incredible pork carnitas along with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro, this Carnitas Quesadilla is the best lunch I’ve ...

15 No-Bake Desserts (No Oven Required)

Some of my absolute favorite desserts never see the inside of an oven. There’s something almost magical about mixing a few ingredients together, sliding a dish into the fridge, and coming back to ...

Shrimp Bowl

This shrimp bowl recipe is an easy weeknight meal packed with tender shrimp, fluffy rice, fresh toppings, and a drizzle of spicy mayo. It’s colorful, full of flavor, and easy to customize with ...

Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce

This cottage cheese pasta sauce creates a creamy, flavorful dinner that comes together quickly. With garlic and herbs, it’s an easy way to upgrade your weeknight pasta with very little effort. ...

4.24 Friday Faves – The Fitnessista

Hiiii! Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? We have a fun NCL event and then we’re headed off to Vegas for a night! The last time we took the girls, P was a baby and Liv was a ...

Shrimp Tacos

Shrimp tacos get a weeknight upgrade in just 30 minutes. Juicy, seasoned shrimp and a crunchy cilantro slaw are tucked into warm tortillas for a meal that’s fresh, zesty, and fast. ...

Kentucky Derby Pie Recipe (Classic Derby Dessert)

A true Southern classic, perfect for Derby Day, holidays, or anytime you want an old-fashioned pie everyone will love. What is Kentucky Derby Pie? The pie is made with chocolate ...

Cinnamon Toast Cake – Barefeet in the Kitchen

With a flavor like buttery cinnamon rolls and a topping that has the perfect crunch of cinnamon toast, this Cinnamon Toast Cake is an awesome surprise. I’ve had this cake for breakfast, an afternoon ...

30-Minute Meals for Busy Weeknights

Some nights, the last thing I want is a complicated dinner but I still want something that tastes like I actually tried. That’s the sweet spot these recipes live in. Big, bold, restaurant-worthy ...