This hippy-style skillet is a simple, one-pan meal packed with tender chicken, colorful veggies and flavor. Made with a quick homemade teriyaki sauce using coconut aminos, it delivers that classic sweet-and-savory taste without the sugar and extra junk found in most store-bought versions.

This was one of our all-time family favorites growing up. My mom made it on repeat and lovingly nicknamed it “Alpo” because…well, it kind of looks like dog food. 😆

Great for midlife energy, blood sugar stability, inflammation reduction, or anyone who wants pizza without the post-meal slump. Family-approved, picky-eater friendly, and ready in less than an hour.

Instead of flour or heavy cream, this sauce uses cottage cheese as the base, which blends into a smooth, velvety sauce that’s packed with protein and flavor.

Juicy chicken breasts simmered with caramelized onions in a savory French onion broth, then topped with melted cheese and baked until bubbly. A cozy, one-pan dinner that’s perfect over rice, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice.

It’s an easy, make-ahead dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, family gatherings, or bringing a meal to someone who needs one. Everything comes together quickly, and the flavors only get bette

One of my originals, and I’ve made it a variety of ways through the years and everyone always loves it. The best thing is that you can use whatever ground protein you want - ground pork, chicken, beef or turkey – or even shrimp if you want. You can also use white or brown rice instead of cauliflower, or an even mixture of rice and cauliflower rice, or just cauliflower rice or even just rice. Great for weekly meal planning and can be a side dish or a main dish – your choice!

We’re all living busy lives with schedules that change constantly — balancing work, kids and their activities, cleaning the house, daily chores, taking care of ourselves and our families, spending time with friends…you name it.   Saving time = saving money And that’s exactly why I am a HUGE fan of meal planning – and why I encourage it as a habit.   Meal planning erases the nightly “What do I make tonight?”  question. It helps you stay on a healthier track, saves money, saves

A balanced, one-pan, meal-prep friendly, high-protein, fiber-rich and nourishing bowl designed to support inflammation control

By making small, intentional swaps here or there, you can still enjoy the same flavors and textures while also nourishing your body and feeling better afterward.

Hippy Crap is exactly what it sounds like—a fun, affectionate family nickname turned into a whole philosophy (and now a brand!) for making everyday meals a little healthier without turning life upside down. Hippy Crap isn’t about perfection. It’s about small, realistic swaps that make everyday meals a little healthier—without turning cooking into a chore or sacrificing taste.