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About Feathers in Our Nest

Aliesha is a wife to a handsome husband and a mother to three sweet children (age 3 and under!).  When she is not chasing her busy kiddos, she enjoys cooking, baking, reading, decorating, crafting, and blogging.  Her blog home is Feathers in Our Nest, where she writes about family, faith, food, and more.  Aliesha is passionate about healthy eating, natural parenting, and ministering to others around her.

Go-To Whole Wheat Waffles

+60 When I was compiling recipes for this post on go-to whole grain recipes, I realized I had never blogged my favorite EVER waffle recipe!  Just this one, this one, and this one.  (All good, but not my favorite one!) … Continue reading

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Whole Wheat Cranberry Orange Muffins

+107 There’s just something about the flavor of cranberry and orange together! If you hear one of my daughters say that I let her eat “cupcakes” for dinner Saturday night, don’t believe her.  I actually fed them these delicious, healthy … Continue reading

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Whole Wheat Rosemary Focaccia Bread

+94 Until recently, I thought making focaccia bread would be complicated.  I’ve learned that it’s actually very easy!  At our home, we love rosemary, so this bread it just perfect.  It’s a great side for pasta and for soaking up … Continue reading

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Gingerbread Cookies {Whole Grain}

+83 I’ve always loved gingerbread cookies at Christmas-time!  The smell of gingerbread takes me back to my childhood, when my mom would let us help bake and decorate cookies to give to others and to enjoy during the holiday season. … Continue reading

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Perfect Salmon Patties

+45 I’m always looking for new ways to used canned/foil pouches of salmon, since salmon is a super-food and I always seem to have some on hand in the pantry!  This is a quick meal to throw together, and the … Continue reading

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Whole Wheat Maple Oat Scones

+14 There’s just nothing like a warm scone on a cool morning!  These scones are very satisfying, thanks to the whole grains, and the have a slightly sweet taste.  They also can be dairy-free. These are easy to make for … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Buttermilk Biscuits {Whole Wheat}

+22 According to my husband (a self-avowed pumpkin-hater), these biscuits were better than he expected!  So from a pumpkin fanatic (me), a pumpkin-hater (him), and two kids, we recommend these biscuits for a wholesome addition to a fall meal! You … Continue reading

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Whole Wheat Pumpkin Muffins

+12 Fall means pumpkin everything!  If you’re in the mood for something lightly sweet with the delicious flavor of pumpkin, then these muffins, served fresh and warm from the oven, are just what you’re looking for!  You can feel good … Continue reading

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Spinach & Mozzarella Pinwheels

+15 At our house, we love homemade pizza!  I probably make it at least twice a month, if not more often than that!  Sometimes, though, I like to change it up a bit.  These Spinach and Mozzarella Pinwheels use the … Continue reading

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Honey Nut Butter Cookies (Allergy Friendly)

+11 Despite the name, these cookies can be made allergy-friendly (dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free) just by subbing the nut butter with sunflower butter!  So while the photos show almond butter, you can easily substitute Sunbutter (we like the Trader Joe’s brand)! … Continue reading

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