Author: Ashlie Dulien
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Salmon with Cabbage Slaw and Ginger Cashew Vinaigrette
There is just something about Loro that feels like peak Austin. The smoky air, the laid back patio energy, the way everything tastes layered and intentional but still unfussy. I absolutely love it. The only problem is it is such a drive for us. A couple months ago Lou and I went there for a…
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Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad (Trader Joe’s Meal Prep Winner)
If you know me, you know I’m picky about chicken. Texture matters. Flavor matters. If it tastes rubbery or reheated? I’m out. The only one I use for this salad is the Trader Joe’s Organic Grilled Chicken Breast with Rib Meat — the white and green bag. Not the other version. Not the dry one.…
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Fully Loaded Elote Chicken Chili (Protein-Packed + Cozy)
This is what happens when green chili meets elote street corn—in the coziest, protein-packed way possible. This Elote Chicken Chili is warm, savory, and loaded with flavor from salsa verde, fire-roasted corn, green chilis, cumin, paprika, and Everything But the Elote seasoning. Instead of making the chili itself creamy, I kept the base brothy and…
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Cozy Turkey, Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili
(Lou-Approved, Ruby-Obsessed) I didn’t originally plan to make chili. I wanted to make chili — but with a very specific goal in mind: win over Lou, who is famously not a chili guy… but is a huge sweet potato fan. My hope was that the sweet potatoes would soften the whole situation and turn this…
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High protein spinach dip
There are some recipes that feel nostalgic — and spinach dip is one of them. It shows up at holidays, book clubs, girls’ nights, and random afternoons when you just want something creamy and snacky. This version keeps all the classic spinach dip flavor you love, but lightens things up with protein-rich cottage cheese and…
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How I Reset After Travel (Without Punishment, Detoxes, or Starting Over)
I ate the cruise food. I ate the Disney food. I ate the road-trip snacks. And instead of spiraling or “starting over Monday,” I’m doing exactly what I’ve learned works best for me — every single time. This post is my post-travel reset plan. Not a detox. Not a cleanse. Not a punishment. Just a…
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Grinch Cookies
I’m fully embracing my inner Grinch this holiday season… because I’m making festive cookies without butter or added sugar — and honestly? I don’t feel bad about it one bit 💚 These Healthy Grinch Cookies are made with simple, real ingredients like banana, oats, and vanilla protein powder. They’re naturally sweetened, easy to make, and…
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Leftover Turkey Healing Soup
This is the soup I’m keeping in my freezer all winter long — the one you want ready to go when someone gets sick, when you need something warm and nourishing, or when you want a cozy, high-protein bowl without any effort. It’s made with leftover Thanksgiving turkey, wild rice, bone broth, veggies, and a…
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Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars
Decadent • Crunchy • Macro-Minded • No bake If you’ve ever wanted the flavor of a full pecan pie… without committing to baking one… AND without needing a sugar-induced nap afterward… this recipe is for you. These Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars are creamy, sweet, crunchy, and decadent enough to take center stage on a Thanksgiving…
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🎃 Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars (Gluten-Free, No Bake)
Healthy • Creamy • Party-Perfect If pumpkin pie and cheesecake had a baby who also cared about macros… this would be it. These Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are cozy, creamy, lightly sweet, gluten-free, no-bake, and decadent enough to win the dessert category at Thanksgiving. Greek yogurt gives the filling the perfect set, the crust stays firm…
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