THE TFC BLOG

Breast cancer isn’t just a thing that some other families battle. It’s personal for me. Every time I get my annual mammogram I think of my sister who, at the age of 30, got her diagnosis. My mom poignantly shared these emotional thoughts about her daughter’s journey. As Breast Cancer Awareness month comes to an […]

In a year of social distancing, should Halloween be cancelled this year? We have been really serious about social distancing and curbing the spread of the pandemic so I am just as weary as you might be about allowing crowds of kids at my doorstep reaching their germy hands into a communal candy bowl. While […]

These days, food that is flexible is simply a must. Between juggling home life and work life and 24/7 Covid kitchens we could all use a few shortcuts! I was recently featured on Great Day Houston and I shared these succulent chicken lettuce cups. Don’t be shy about cheating a lot by buying the chicken and the pesto and using […]

Confession: I have a thing for cauliflower. It’s hands down one of my favorite vegetables because it can be jazzed up in a variety of ways. Some of my favorite cauliflower dishes: Raw Cauliflower TabouliCrispy Cauliflower FrittersFried Cauliflower RiceCauliflower Pizza Steaks Not only is this flexible veggie the perfect pasta or grain replacement, but it […]

I like to think of my pantry as a smart toolbox, containing the essential ingredients I need to whip up easy mains, sides, and snacks. In this week’s video, I’m sharing the many pantry staples every flexible chef should have within arm’s reach to make meal prep and cooking a breeze! Ingredients By Category Oils: […]

Time is precious. We can’t get it back and we can’t magically create more of it. So, as we all juggle work deadlines, appointments, family activities, and household demands, we’ve gotta figure out how to be as efficient as possible. That way, when the day is over, we can feel accomplished. And, more importantly, we […]

Sometimes, despite our best laid out plans, the clock strikes 6 pm and we still have no clue what the heck we’re going to make for dinner. Sound familiar? Yeah, I’m with you! When I have nights like that (and trust me, there are many!), I open up my pantry and reach for something quick […]

One of my favorite topics to talk about with fellow parents is: How to get kids of all ages to eat vegetables. It makes me so happy to watch all four of my little ones – ranging from 7 to 19 years old – dig into robust salads and other veggie-filled meals. I’m so passionate […]

Do you ever scroll through Pinterest and dream of having one of those gorgeously organized kitchens? One where you open up the pantry to find clear canisters filled with pasta, grains, cereal, sugar, and flour. What about the matching food-filled baskets that give everything a special spot on the shelf? I love a Lazy Susan […]