Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to reset with healthy recipes that make you feel good without sacrificing flavor. This collection is packed with nourishing meals to help you ease back into smarter eating.

We focus on healthy food year-round, but everyone needs a jumpstart sometimes. From protein-rich breakfasts to veggie-forward dinners, wholesome snacks, and lighter desserts, these recipes will keep you full, energized, and excited to eat well all week long.

Healthy Breakfast Recipes

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Getting some good protein in at the start of the day sets you on the right track. We have protein shakes or smoothies almost every morning.

Prepare to have your life changed by this Elote Mexican Street Corn Queso Dip Recipe! Inspired by Mexican grilled corn, my mix of Mexican cheeses, jalapeño, and sweet corn makes the most delicious party dip for the Super Bowl, Cinco de Mayo, family parties, and more. This Mexican street corn dip is one of my most popular recipes and my go-to cheese dip for parties.

This Elote dip recipe is easy, cheesy, and so satisfying! The secret to perfect queso is in how you prepare the grated cheese and it’s such a simple step you’ll never have clumpy queso again!

I first discovered elote when the movie Nacho Libre came out. I was instantly intrigued by that creamy, cheesy corn on a stick because it looked utterly irresistible. Since then, elote has grown in popularity, and I have loved experimenting with it at home.

One of my favorite ways to enjoy it is by turning it into a gooey queso dip, which is just as addictive, easy to share, packed with flavor, and perfect for taco nights or casual gatherings. Every time I make it, I am transported back to that first “aha” moment, and it has now become a beloved staple in my kitchen.

When served off the cob, this dish is called esquites. In Mexico, it is a popular street food featuring sweet corn kernels coated in a creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy sauce. This queso recipe is my take on esquites, capturing all the bold, comforting flavors in a warm, shareable dip.

Ingredients For Elote Queso Dip Recipe

This queso is all about simple ingredients that pack a ton of flavor. Sweet corn, melty cheeses, and a little bit of spice come together to make a dip that everyone will want to scoop up. Grab everything you need, and get ready for cheesy, gooey, elote-inspired goodness.

Base & Sauce

• Butter: melted with oil to start the queso
• Vegetable Oil: pairs with butter for sautéing
• Jalapeño: adds heat and flavor when sautéed
• Cornstarch: coats the cheese to help thicken the sauce
• Evaporated Milk: creates a creamy, smooth base
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese: gives sharp, bold flavor
• Chihuahua Cheese: melts beautifully for authentic queso texture
• Monterey Jack Cheese: adds creaminess and stretch
• Salt: seasons the queso
• Corn: stirred into the queso and sprinkled on top

Garnishes & Serving

• Mexican Crema: drizzled over the top for richness
• Cilantro Leaves: fresh herb garnish

Eating high-protein meals doesn’t have to be complicated — and this roundup proves it. Whether you’re trying to stay full longer, build muscle, manage cravings, or simply eat more balanced meals, these high-protein recipes deliver big flavor with real, satisfying nutrition.

You’ll find easy weeknight dinners, make-ahead lunches, quick breakfasts, and protein-packed snacks that all taste delicious and come together with simple ingredients. These delicious recipes make it easy to hit your protein goals without sacrificing flavor.

High-Protein Breakfast Bowls & Savory Meals

These savory high-protein breakfasts are filling, balanced, and perfect for starting the day energized. Each recipe packs a strong protein boost while keeping ingredients simple and fresh.

High-Protein Pancakes, Waffles & Mu

Welcome to the weekend, my friends! We’ve had a wonderfully peaceful Christmas break so far and I’m ready to dive back into the last week of work before the new year. (Bring on 2026, I am sooooo ready for it!) The kids are enjoying their break from school and our weather here in Ohio has been a wild ride of cold, then warm, then super warm, and now it’s supposed to get chilly again.

ON OUR MEAL PLAN THIS WEEK: Grilled cheese sandwiches paired with our favorite tomato soup is the perfect lunch for a chilly day. Is there anything better than the crunch of toasted cheese filled sourdough drenched in tomato soup?

If you haven’t tried it yet, this balsamic glazed meatloaf is about to change your meatloaf game. Served with chunky, buttery, garlic smashed potatoes, and smashed Brussels sprouts this is a meal I absolutely love. 

These juicy, tender pan-fried chicken thighs with a golden-crisp skin are possible with just a spoonful of oil and a bit of patience. Paired with this cheesy broccoli mushroom casserole, it is guaranteed happiness on your plates.

Italian White Bean, Cabbage, and Sausage Soup is loaded with great flavors and it’s filled with far more vegetables and meat than broth. I like to serve this soup with warm, toasted garlic bread. 

Have you tried baking sweet potatoes in the air fryer yet? If not, I highly recommend that you put this one on your list to try asap. This has become one of my favorite lunches over the past year. It’s about as simple as it gets and it’s my kind of comfort food too. 

I’m making room for one more fantastic dessert while we’re on our Christmas break. This chocolate cobbler combines a topping of fudgy, chocolate cake over a layer of rich, gooey chocolate. If you’ve ever had a molten lava cake, then the experience is deliciously similar.

My FAVORITE THING this week is this tiny keychain container. It can be used as a travel pill case or for carrying small jewelry or earplugs. It’s beyond the handiest thing I could’ve imagined! I started carrying mine over a month ago and loved it so much, I wound up giving it to several people this Christmas. It’s super discreet and thin and doesn’t weigh down my keychain at all. I really love it.

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