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Welcome to The Balanced Foods Blog! I started this blog as a new mom navigating big life and body changes I didn’t expect. What began as a personal outlet has grown into a food and nutrition blog focused on balance, realistic wellness, and feeling good from the inside out. Here you’ll find simple recipes, practical nutrition tips, and honest conversations about nourishing your body through every season. Follow along and let’s keep food balanced, supportive, and real.
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Homemade Pesto
How many of us have gone through a week without using a box of their greens they were going to use for a salad. If you have greens that...
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Jan 22, 20231 min read
Garlic Butter Mushrooms
One of my favorite side dishes to make next to steak or chicken are these super easy garlic butter nushrooms. Ingredients: 16oz Baby...
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Jan 18, 20231 min read
Pull apart garlic cheese bread
This simple recipe is great for appetizers year round. With only a few simple ingredients, it Is so flavorful and as always, easy to put...
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Jan 5, 20231 min read
Sparkling Pomegranate Orange Vodka Cocktail
Perfect for New Years and all throughout the holidays. This drink is light but will get you a good buzz and if you are not into alcohol,...
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Dec 31, 20221 min read
Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup
Soup season is the best season. This comforting soup is easy and super cozy for a night in. What I love about it is that you can change out the protein for anything you want. My favorites are Italian sausage or chicken. Ingredients: 1 Yellow onion 2 Carrots 2 Celery 2 Italian sausage links 1 lb Gnocchi 1 cup Cream 2 cups chopped Spinach 5 garlic cloves 4 cups Bone broth 1 cup shredded Parmesan Salt & pepper Seasoning: garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, chicken b
marinashaker
Dec 27, 20221 min read
Chocolate Peppermint Shake
A year round favorite with a holiday twist. Chocolate and peppermint are a top holiday pairing. Ingredients: 1 Banana 5 Dates 1 cup milk...
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Dec 25, 20221 min read
Baked Brie cheese wheel with fig spread
Honestly, is there a y wrong way to eat brie? But a baked brie cheese wheel screams the holidays. This is one of my favorite appetizers...
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Dec 24, 20221 min read
Peppermint Bark
One of the easiest treats to make during the holidays is a this family favorite. It's a staple during the holidays. Make them to enjoy...
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Dec 22, 20221 min read
Egg Roll in a Bowl
One of my favorite 30 minute meals especially for dinner usually because I already get these ingredients weekly so they are readily...
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Dec 9, 20221 min read
Breakfast Burritos: Postpartum Edition
Making breakfast burrito batches are a great way to skip the morning sweets if you are running late. They are so easy to put together and...
marinashaker
Dec 2, 20222 min read
Individual Chicken Pot Pies
Ingredients: 1 sheet Puff pastry or pie dough 3 cups Shredded chicken (whole chicken) 2 cups fresh Peas 2 chopped Carrots 2 chopped...
marinashaker
Dec 1, 20221 min read
Lasagna Soup
The taste of lasagna in half the time and perfect for this soup season. It's so warm and cozy for this soup season and most importantly,...
marinashaker
Nov 30, 20221 min read
30 minute sushi bake
I have been craving sushi for the past nine month and just like the pregnancy friendly crispy rice recipe, this definitely took care of...
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Nov 29, 20221 min read
Chocolate covered blueberry clusters
If you're anything like me then you love having a sweet treat every night after dinner and these blueberry clusters are the perfect sweet...
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Nov 28, 20221 min read
Freebies during pregnancy
I love coupons and freebies and pregnancy time is one of the best times to get both. I loved these as a new mamma because I had no idea...
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Nov 17, 20222 min read
Pregnancy friendly Crispy Rice
If you are a sushi lover like me, pregnancy can be torturing when all you want is crispy rice but you cannot have tuna. This pregnancy...
marinashaker
Nov 10, 20221 min read
Halloween Bark
Chocolate bark is one of the easiest sweet treats that I can easily put together during the holidays. There is something fun about...
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Oct 30, 20221 min read
Apple Pie Spice Seasoning
Apple pie seasoning can sometimes be hard to find in stores and it is the worst when you need to make a recipe during the holidays and...
marinashaker
Oct 27, 20221 min read
Red Lentil Soup
This soup is so special to me because my grandma always made it. It was our soup we made when we were clearing out our fridge. I distinctly remember the fried onions she would make that went right on top of the soup. Ingredients you need: 1 cup red lentils 1-2 Potatoes 1-2 Tomatoes 2 tbsp Cumin 5 cups vegetable Broth 1 Yellow onions 2 Celery stalks 2 Carrots 1 tbsp Salt & Pepper Pinch of Red pepper flakes 1 tbsp Garlic What I love about this is that you can add any veggies in
marinashaker
Oct 25, 20221 min read
Birthday Freebies
Don't mind me while I enjoy all of my birthday freebies this year. Here is a step by step guide to make sure you also can get all of...
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Sep 22, 20223 min read
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Basbousa (Semolina Cake)
Basbousa is one of those desserts that instantly feels like home. Soft, sweet, buttery, and soaked in fragrant syrup, this classic North African and Southwest Asian semolina cake has been loved for generations across Egypt, Lebanon, and beyond. The beauty of Basbousa lies in its simplicity; humble pantry ingredients come together to create a rich, melt-in-your-mouth dessert that pairs perfectly with coffee or tea. What makes this recipe especially special is its balance of te
May 282 min read
Ful Medames: A Simple, Flavor-Packed Breakfast You’ll Want on Repeat
If you’re looking for a comforting, protein-rich dish that comes together with pantry staples, Ful Medames deserves a spot in your kitchen rotation. This traditional North African and Southwest Asian fava bean dish is hearty, fresh, and surprisingly easy to make at home. What makes Ful Medames so special is the balance of warm, savory beans with crisp fresh vegetables and herbs layered on top. It’s filling without feeling heavy, and every bite is packed with texture and flavo
May 202 min read
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