Welcome to the weekend, my friends! Our weekend is a wee bit less exciting than the last, as we’re tackling all of the errands and household tasks that we ignored for the past week as we were enjoying time with visiting family. 

I’ll also be indoors more than out, as the humidity here has reached the ugly zone. All the rain sure does turn everything pretty and green, but it also leaves a whole lot of moisture in the air, doesn’t it?

ON THE BLOGS this week: Zesty and smoky flavors come together in this chili lime shrimp recipe. With little more than a simple marinade of fresh lime juice, chili powder, and plenty of garlic, every bite will leave you craving just one more.

Warm tortillas are filled with fluffy scrambled eggs, roasted potatoes, crispy bacon, and melting cheese to create these mouthwatering bacon and egg tacos. They are great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner any day of the week.

Crisp, earthy spinach leaves blend with ripe, frozen bananas and orange juice to create a Banana Spinach Smoothie that is out of this world.

Sweet corn, crisp peppers and onions, rich cream cheese, and spicy jalapenos are combined in this creamy Fiesta Corn Dip for a snack worthy of any occasion.

This tender and moist zucchini meatloaf with an irresistible balsamic glaze has been on our dinner table three times in the past couple of months. I’ve served it with vegetable rice pilaf and with mashed potatoes. It also makes a terrific meatloaf sandwich if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers.

Sweet corn, creamy potatoes, and crispy bacon are tossed with a smoky, tangy, street corn-inspired dressing to create the bacon potato salad of your dreams.

Soft and chewy oatmeal cookies filled with the perfect amount of raisins are a classic that will never stop being made in my house. These have been Sean’s favorite cookies for as long as I can remember.

Rich and buttery homemade salted caramel is transformed to frosty perfection in this irresistible Salted Caramel Ice Cream.

Slightly chewy and sweetly tart, these Rhubarb Oatmeal Bars combine a crunchy oat topping with flavorful rhuba

Hi friends! Happy Friday! What’s going on this weekend? P’s best bud in the world is here from Florida, so we’ll be spending lots of time with them. I’ll also be recording some podcast episodes, studying IHP2, and finishing up my first Italy recap post – it will be live next week!

I hope you have a fun and relaxing weekend ahead.

It’s time for the weekly Friday Faves party! This is where I share some of my favorite finds from the week and around the web. I always love to hear about your faves, too, so please shout out something you’re loving in the comments section below.

Friday Favs 7.7

Life:

4th of July fun! We invited the fam and a couple of friends over for a low-key 4th of July celebration here at the house. We were still  jet lagged, so we partied on the earlier side, but it was so great to see everyone, swim, and enjoy some delicious food together.

I made Caesar salad with homemade croutons, cupcakes with peanut butter frosting, vanilla cake pop truffles,

set out burger toppings, chips and salsa, potato salad, and cut up a ton of fruit,

and the Pilot grilled burgers, chicken, hot dogs, and black bean burgers.

I also made Aperol spritzes for the speciality cocktail. They’re the perfect summer drink; so refreshing and perfectly sweet.

Rich and buttery homemade salted caramel is transformed to frosty perfection in this irresistible Salted Caramel Ice Cream.

Caramel Ice Cream

Inspired by our love of warm caramel sauce and homemade ice cream, this is a wonderfully decadent ice cream. It’s been in our dessert rotation now for years.

The first time I made caramel ice cream was on a weekend my husband was out of town. I tasted it and then forced myself to hand the whole batch to a friend, because I knew I couldn’t be trusted with it on my own. (Yes, I have ice cream issues.)

I made this ice cream again a week later for my family, and it was a huge hit. Salted caramel is a beautiful thing. Just a tiny bit of salt enhances the flavors in the caramel beautifully.

If you haven’t yet tried it, get to the stove and stir some together just as soon as possible. With a sprinkling of salt stirred into some warm caramel, one taste and you’ll understand its popularity.

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 Sharing 10 of my favorite biohacking products and how they could potentially take your health routine to the next level.

Hi friends! How’s the week going? I hope you’re having a great day! This morning, the kids and I are getting together with some friends and enjoying some pool time. It’s a thousand degrees here, so it’s officially reverse hibernation season: we hide in the AC or chill in the pool.

For today’s post, I wanted to chat a bit about biohacking and share some of my favorite biohacking products! You may be wondering what biohacking is, or may have heard that health buzzword floating around quite a bit.

What is biohacking?

Biohacking products have gained popularity in recent years as people strive to optimize their health and well-being. These products are designed to enhance various aspects of human performance, including physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. By utilizing cutting-edge technology and scientific advancements, biohacking products aim to empower individuals to take control of their health and live their best lives.

One area where biohacking products excel is in tracking and monitoring various health metrics. From wearable devices that measure heart rate, sleep quality, and activity levels to smart scales that provide body composition analysis, these tools allow individuals to gain valuable insights into their overall health and make informed decisions. By understanding the data, individuals can make necessary adjustments to their lifestyle, such as improving sleep habits, optimizing nutrition, or adjusting their exercise routines.

Biohacking products also include supplements and nootropics that target specific health goals. These products are formulated to provide essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that may be lacking in our modern diets. From adaptogenic herbs that support stress management to cognitive enhancers that improve focus and mental clarity, these supplements aim to optimize various bodily functions and promote overall well-being.Another aspect of biohacking products involves technologies that support recovery and relaxation. For instance, devices like infrared saunas, red light therapy panels, and cryotherapy chambers are designed to enhance recovery, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue repair. These modalities can be particularly beneficial for athletes, individuals managing chronic pain, or those seeking overall rejuvenation.

Biohacking products also encompass wearable devices and apps that facilitate mindfulness practices, stress reduction, and sleep optimization. From meditation headbands that track brainwave activity to sleep-tracking devices that provide insights into sleep quality, these tools help individuals manage their stress levels, improve focus, and enhance sleep hygiene.

While biohacking products offer exciting possibilities for optimizing health, it’s important to approach them with an open mind and a balanced perspective. It’s crucial to remember that biohacking should complement, not replace, a healthy lifestyle built on a foundation of proper nutrition, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and stress management.

Before incorporating any biohacking product into your routine, it’s advisable to do thorough research, consult with healthcare professionals, and consider your unique needs and goals. Additionally, it’s essential to listen to your body and prioritize self-care, as individual responses to biohacking interventions may vary. This post is not medical advice and is for information purposes only. 

Here are some of my favorite products that I use on a regular basis and I feel like they take my health routine to the next level. It’s also worth mentioning here that you do not have to spend a lot of money to be healthy! Some of the products below are an inv

Zesty and smoky flavors come together in this chili lime shrimp recipe. With little more than a simple marinade of fresh lime juice, chili powder, and plenty of garlic, every bite will leave you craving just one more.

And because shrimp requires only a few minutes time to marinate, this recipe adds up to a terrific last-minute dinner option.

Chili Garlic Shrimp

My family tends to crowd the stove while this is cooking and we’ve been known to burn our fingers with impatience to eat the shrimp out of the hot pan.

My youngest two boys will eat an entire pound of this shrimp between them, given the opportunity, and they’ve both chosen this as one of their favorite recipes.

Served in tacos, over rice, or tossed into this creamy chipotle pasta, this shrimp is a hit however you make or serve it.

Chili Lime Shrimp

The shrimp can be cooked in a skillet or on the grill, with just enough sugar sprinkled over it to caramelize the outside of each shrimp as it finishes cooking. It is finger-licking good straight out of the pan.

This recipe is very lightly adapted from the chili garlic shrimp recipe in my first cookbook and we’ve been making it for years now. However, I really enjoy the additional flavor that a bit of lime juice contributes to this recipe.

Chili Shrimp

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:

• shrimp
• olive oil
• garlic
• sugar