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lemon bar cookies: my favorite summer dessert turned cookie
from the first sunny spring day (and it was probably fake spring, but I was in denial) I want to start bringing out the summer recipes. and for me that is always a lemony kind of dessert - I could basically bathe in lemon curd and so I wanted to create a cookie that matched one of my most favorite dessert: lemon bars.
Nicole Cappetta
2 days ago2 min read


black garlic miso pork chashu ramen jars - all you need is hot water easy meal prep lunch
throw your boring office desk sandwich in the garbage because your easy meal prep lunch just got a serious glow up, and a hell of a lot easier. the second best thing about these black garlic miso ramen jars (because of the first best thing is the flavor, obviously) is that when you're ready to eat, all you need is some hot water from the office coffee pot or kettle.
Nicole Cappetta
Apr 62 min read


edamame crunch salad jars with peanut dressing - meal prep lunch
this recipe is one of my favorite lunch ideas. there is something about a big salad for lunch that just hits for me. this salad has all the elements of an amazing meal: crunch, acid, spice - just so many good textures. this is something easy to meal prep for lunch or you can add it all to a large bowl for dinner or a side dish. this recipe is one of my favorite lunch ideas. there is something about a big salad for lunch that just hits for me. this salad has all the elements o
Nicole Cappetta
Jan 132 min read


winter reset - quarter one - the year of the mello babe
three years ago I heard this tik tok sound and something as simple as "you can't hate yourself into a version of yourself that you love" literally broke my brain, in the best way. original audio by @lisagilmore I mean... what do you mean? I had spent my entire life doing this. girl bossed my way to the sun and back, just heads down, disassociating my way to success. it's all i'd ever known. and although this same behavior brought me to a 2 year crash out, where I was left par
Nicole Cappetta
Dec 31, 20259 min read


lasagna soup (veggie or sausage) - $10 or less dinners
on this episode of $10 or less dinners we are making lasagna soup. I love this recipe because it has all the amazing flavors you know and love, without all the prep and effort it takes to make a lasagna. I thought it would be a fun idea to make this recipe easy to modify depending on our preferences or budget.
Nicole Cappetta
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Upgraded Grocery Store Ramen - $10 or less dinners
the logical first episode of this series was to "upgrade" the grocery store ramen packet. my thought process was to try and make this staple and crazy affordable meal a bit heartier and I think I did just that.
Nicole Cappetta
Nov 6, 20252 min read


apple fritter bread: the perfect post apple picking silly little treat
this apple fritter bread is the perfect fall treat. the apple makes the loaf soft and delicious.
Nicole Cappetta
Oct 15, 20252 min read


fried chicken cutlet sandwich with antipasto coleslaw & pesto mayo
Golden brown fried chicken sandwich topped with creamy coleslaw and sliced pepperoncini inside a brioche bun.
Nicole Cappetta
Aug 19, 20253 min read


lemon bar overnight oats – the ultimate summer (meal prepped) morning treat
life is short and it's the little things that make your day brighter. and for me that is being able to eat one of my favorite desserts for breakfast.
Nicole Cappetta
Aug 11, 20252 min read


cherry tiramisu: a very euro summer silly little treat 🍒☕️
these are perfect for a quick snack, or silly little treat. this recipe combines the natural sweetness of sumo oranges with the earthy kick
Nicole Cappetta
Jun 24, 20252 min read


tiramisu overnight oats
life is short and it's the little things that make your day brighter. and for me that is being able to eat one of my favorite desserts for breakfast.
Nicole Cappetta
May 29, 20251 min read


the ultimate guide to maximizing your mello feel good weekly planner
the mello feel good planner is designed to have your back. it's more than just a weekly scheduler. this planner was carefully crafted to be your ultimate bestie when it comes to achieving your habits and goals while creating a safe space and support structure for tough days.
Nicole Cappetta
May 20, 20255 min read


monthly admin meeting EP1: black sesame lattes, an introduction & katsu chicken sandwiches
each and every month my husband and I sit down and spend an afternoon scheduling our bills, talking long term financial plans, and set a few
Nicole Cappetta
Mar 18, 20256 min read


creme brulee matcha latte (+ cold foam & easy crème brûlée recipe, for when you are feeling extra)
if you love matcha lattes but also enjoy torching things for fun, welcome. this crème brûlée matcha latte takes your daily green tea moment
Nicole Cappetta
Feb 19, 20253 min read


breakfast casserole: the ultimate fridge clean out meal prep recipe
This breakfast casserole is the lazy babe's meal prep MVP. It’s easy, it’s delicious, and it makes your fridge look less like a f
Nicole Cappetta
Feb 4, 20252 min read


matcha white chocolate covered sumo oranges
these are perfect for a quick snack, or silly little treat. this recipe combines the natural sweetness of sumo oranges with the earthy kick
Nicole Cappetta
Jan 20, 20252 min read


pavlova yogurt bowls: this breakfast idea is that girl
my sister and I made pavlova for dessert last Christmas and I havent stopped thinking about it since. most people have this cream filled...
Nicole Cappetta
Jan 14, 20253 min read


make eating easier for the week - episode 2 - fall inspired coldfoam double feature (pumpkin & caramel corn), sweet potato yogurt bowl, tomato pesto ravioli soup, caramel apple tarts
between kids, working, chores, trying to have a social life and taking care of yourself, it's hard work being an adult. and then when you...
Nicole Cappetta
Oct 13, 20242 min read


matcha granola: your new favorite breakfast bff
meet your new breakfast bestie 🌿✨ you can top your yogurt, grab a handful on the go, throw it in a bowl with some milk, or inhale it right
Nicole Cappetta
Oct 13, 20242 min read


feel good movement EP 1: cozy cardio & gilmore girls rewatch
after spending most of my life using exercise to punish myself for existing in a larger body, I spent the last few years trying to really...
Nicole Cappetta
Oct 13, 20244 min read
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