Strawberry Milkshake

This classic strawberry milkshake with whipped cream and a sprinkling of granola on top is a delicious and nutritious liquid snack that satisfies and energizes. Feel free to substitute the strawberries with your preference of fresh or frozen fruit.

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Tacos

These hard shell burritos—best enjoyed on a Tuesday—are one of our favorite Mexican dishes. Their small size and limitless variety of fillings make them fun to prepare and eat.

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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

This is another delicious and classic cookie that’s simple to make and probably won’t last long in the house. If you’re not a fan of raisins, you can substitute them with chocolate chips.

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Focaccia Bread

This Italian oven-baked flatbread has a crispy exterior and a soft interior, similar to a pizza without the sauce and cheese. It’s fairly easy to make and pairs well with many meals, although we especially enjoy it alongside soup.

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Vanilla Pudding

Pudding is a simple, satisfying, and surprisingly nutritious snack that Julia relied on when she was refeeding. There are many great-tasting flavors, however we’ve always preferred classic vanilla topped with homemade whipped cream and shaved chocolate.

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Surviving Eating Disorder Treatment

This past Saturday marked the five-year anniversary of my admission to Center for Discovery, my last inpatient treatment facility. It still gives me pause sometimes when I realize how long ago that was. It’s a good reminder of how far I’ve come and that although I still struggle and have challenging days, it used to be so much worse.

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Enchiladas

This Mexican tortilla recipe covered in a spicy red sauce will surely add variety to your dinner repertoire. The savory filling is versatile depending on what kind of vegetables, beans, cheeses, and spices you prefer or have readily available. Just don’t forget to fold in the cheese!

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Cranberry Bread

The quintessential cranberry-orange flavor combination pairs perfectly in this homemade sweet bread. While cranberries are our preference, the versatile batter works for whatever berries you desire or have available. For extra nutrition and variety, add shredded coconut or ground nuts.

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