Strawberry Spinach Salad with Greek Yogurt Poppy Seed Dressing

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Greek Yogurt Poppy Seed Dressing

Have you ever tried Brianna's Homestyle Poppy Seed Dressing?  It's rich and creamy.  If you've tried it, you know its the BEST, right?!!  One of the most delicious salad dressings ever!!  But just like all of those delicious store bought dressings, it's got some problems.  The biggest problem being that the main ingredient is canola oil.  I'm big on counting macros.  But I know it's not just the quantity of foods that count, but the quality.  One reason why canola oil is not the best choice of fat is because it contains a very high level of omega-6 fatty acids.

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The Perfect Baked Chicken Breast

The Perfect Baked Chicken Breast

Whenever I cook chicken, I go with boneless and skinless.  Chicken thighs are my favorite cut of chicken. They are flavorful, great for grilling, and hard to overcook.  Chicken breast, on the other hand, is a white meat and, if you're not careful, very easy to dry out.  Dried out chicken breast is the worst!!  

I have tried sooooo many different ways to cook chicken breast, and this method is by far my absolute favorite.  And if my son likes it, you know it's a sure thing!!

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