THE TFC BLOG

In this piece, I’m about to share my favorite time saving baking technique: using store-bought boxed mixes. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a total advocate for making muffins, bread, and desserts from scratch. Heck, I’m even publishing an entire cookbook to help you become a flexible baking master (read more about that here). But here’s […]

I remember it like it was yesterday. I was five-and-a-half months pregnant carrying a baby girl. Up until that point, I was a healthy pregnant woman steadily watching my belly grow as I was creeping closer and closer to my due date. As my waistline started to expand, I could feel her gently squirming and kicking. I had […]

After a long day at school, kids usually arrive home famished. And, if yours are anything like mine, they’re more likely to reach for candy over kale or a bowl of cereal instead of a hard-boiled egg. But with some flexible planning, you can satisfy your kids’ cravings without spoiling their dinner appetites. In this […]

Do you spend the majority of your day sitting at a desk or driving in the car? Even if you have an hour or so to squeeze in a run, chances are your cardio sweat session isn’t doing anything for your tight hips. That’s where this hip openers yoga routine comes in! This quick yet […]

The clock strikes 5 a.m. and my iPhone wakes me up to my week’s favorite song. Sure, staying wrapped in my cocoon almost always sounds tempting. But, I get up ready to enjoy the catchy tune and the thought of the peaceful hours ahead before the rest of the world awakens with its urgency. Here […]

Tis the season for dropping temperatures, colorful foliage, and delicious comfort foods that leave many saying, “Seconds, please!” Before you start indulging in deliciousness, though, check out these flips to make your favorite Fall treats more waistline-friendly. Swap Apple Pie For Baked Apples Flour, sugar, and butter — these are just a few ingredients that […]

Despite all the best laid out plans, sometimes 5:00 pm rolls around and I have no ideas for dinner. I may not even have my usually fully stocked fridge, forcing me to rely on just a few staples. Here are my fallback dinner meal ideas for when you have no idea what to cook… plus […]

Planning a dinner menu can feel like a daunting task. Some days I can’t even think of anything new or creative, and we resort to the arsenal of recipes I’ve made before (which is safe but boring). My advice? Don’t waste time searching for new recipe ideas without first having a clear vision of what […]

Grab some fresh mint and try this crowd-pleasing champagne mojito. Traditional mojitos rely on soda water for the bubbles, but why not kick your drink up a notch by substituting for champagne or Prosecco? The extra splash of bubbly booze seriously elevates the classic mojito to a whole other level. Mojito Making In Action A post […]