Lime & Lemon Favorites (Plus Snow!) 🍋

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Cara Jorgensen
November 11, 2025

Hey Friend,

Mom and Aunt Carol came to visit this week and we grabbed Pizza Ranch—one of my current pregnancy cravings! It was a sweet time just being together. There was something nostalgic and comforting about it, like stepping back into moments from my childhood. Charlie got to spend time with his grandma and great-aunt, and it was a highlight.

Saturday brought snow, and it was hilarious and precious watching Charlie bundled up in all his gear. Once kids are fully suited up, they basically become little puff balls—Andy and I couldn't stop laughing at how adorable he looked, barely able to move but absolutely determined to get out there. He had a blast exploring the snow for the first time, and it was fun to watch him figure out what he could do in it.

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🥗 Featured Recipe – Lime Chicken Salad with a Crunch

This week's star was a simple but delicious chicken and lime salad—fresh, bright, and hits the spot with minimal effort. Combine pan fried chicken with avocado, cherry tomato’s, black beans, corn, crisp greens, lime dressing (Chick-fil-A lime dressing works perfectly!), and top with crunchy tortilla chips (Tostitos lime chips are chef's kiss) for texture. Serve over your favorite base and you've got an easy, satisfying meal.

The combo of zesty lime, tender chicken, and that salty crunch is honestly restaurant-quality simple. Want a full recipe? Check out this lime chicken salad from Delish.

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đź“… Quick Weekly Meal Ideas

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🍫 Weekly Snack – Lemon Bliss Bars

These bright, tangy bars are perfect to grab throughout the week—no baking skills required! Buttery shortbread base topped with a creamy lemon custard layer that's both zesty and comforting. Check out the full recipe here from Love and Lemons.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup flour

  • 1/2 cup butter

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 2 tbsp flour

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper.

  2. Mix flour, butter, and powdered sugar. Press into pan.

  3. Bake base for 12-15 minutes until golden.

  4. Whisk eggs, lemon juice, sugar, flour, and salt together.

  5. Pour over warm base.

  6. Bake 15-20 minutes until set but still slightly soft in center.

  7. Cool completely, then refrigerate for 2 hours before cutting into 9 bars.

Store in the fridge for up to 5 days—grab one anytime!

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🍂 What's in Season (Early November Spotlight)

  • Fruits: Apples, pears, cranberries, persimmons, pomegranates

  • Vegetables: Butternut squash, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, parsnips, carrots

  • Bonus: Perfect time for cozy soups and roasted fall vegetables!

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Best, Cara