By now you have probably noticed that there are several products which are routinely used for the recipes here at Dashing Dish. Some of them may already be staples in your kitchen, but others may not. I got to thinking that some of you may have wondered why I use them so often, where is the best place to purchase them, why I use certain products in certain recipes, etc. With this in mind, I wanted to take the time to formally introduce some of my favorite products and better familiarize you...

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Mine! We’ve all heard it at some point right? It’s the classic childlike response of a youngster when asked to surrender something of value to them. No way! The child’s little fists tighten as they clench what’s precious to them. The determination to guard their treasure is visible on their furrowed brow. I mean, after all, it is theirs! Or is it?

I’ve been living like a strong-willed toddler for far too long. I’ve been knee-deep in self-induced sin and, frankly, I’ve been way out of bounds...

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Back to school season is upon us! Healthy meal planning can become a bit more difficult as we're getting back into the swing of things. There’s the added step of thinking about how to plan for lunches at school and snacks on the run. There may be new extracurricular activities which adjust our schedules in ways we aren't used to, and something as simple as thinking about getting lunch is ready for the week can be quite stressful.

Amidst the chaos, excitement, and back to school jitters, there...

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We spend a lot of time here at Dashing Dish talking about how to look past your self-perceived flaws. Our desire is to help you enjoy seeing yourself from a more Godly and loving perspective. We talk about how to change your thoughts and renew your mind when you simply don’t like what you see in the mirror. But, what about when you DO like what you see?! We don’t talk much about the flip-side and yet it can almost be more of a challenge to keep holy and right perspective when your body begins...

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Packing your kids school lunches can be simple, inexpensive, and even fun! It can also be a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen, and teach them about proper nutrition from an early age.

To begin, let's talk about what makes up a healthy lunch! A healthy back to school lunch is comprised of three main food groups which include a healthy source of protein, fat, and carbohydrate.

Healthy Sources of Protein

Lean proteins are important for maintaining, and building your child's muscles,...

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If you are reading this article, you probably clicked on it because you desire to change something about your relationship with your food, your body, or perhaps the numbers on the scale. If that is the case, I have been there, in many different ways! I am only 32 years old, yet in my life I have been through every high, low, and somewhere in between when it comes to my relationship with my body, food, and my weight. With all that being said, I finally came to a place where I was able to find...

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Feelings of defeat – they are something I’m sure we’ve all had to overcome at some point in our health journey. I know I have! Today though, I’d like to take a moment to encourage anyone battling through the muck and mire of feelings of defeat in your life.

Several weeks ago, I saw the film Queen of Katwe. In the movie, a young girl is gifted with an incredible talent for the game of chess. Eventually, she is coached to victory by her steadfast teacher. At one point though, she suffers from a...

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Now, I know what some of you may be thinking when reading the title of this blog post; I thought Katie was against dieting!?! And if that was your thought, that is precisely correct! In fact, my "Post Baby Body Shape Up Plan" isn't much of a plan, but rather it is simply a continuation of the healthy lifestyle that I have continued to live all along; Both before, during, and now after my pregnancy!

So although this post won't be about a specific diet plan, I will be sharing some of my thoughts...

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We all know that time spent in God’s Word produces increased peace, yields directions and wisdom, and nourishes and refreshes the soul. For some people though, knowing just how to go about spending time with God through study of His word feels confusing and overwhelming. Sometimes we simply don’t know how or where to begin. If that’s you, listen to me when I tell you that there’s nothing to feel embarrassed or ashamed about – we’ve all had those feeling at some point. Today though, I’m hoping...

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