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I’m Crystal. A Nashville native, wife of 15+ years, and mom of two. I love sharing my favorite family-friendly finds, from easy, healthy-ish meals (with plenty of pizza and Chick-fil-A nights) to local restaurants, travel tips, workouts, and great deals that make everyday life easier.

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Easy Meals for Busy Moms

I know we often over complicate cooking dinner. And it doesn’t have to be hard. My kids favorite meals are the ones that I spend less than 10 minutes making. 1. Slow Cooker Italian Chicken This is great to just throw in the slow cooker and enjoy over rice or noodles. 2. Chicken Taco Bowls […]

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I’m Crystal.
I’m Crystal — a Nashville mama sharing real-life meals, family favorites, travel finds, and good deals. Made for busy moms who want simple wins.
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If you’re craving a cozy, no-fuss dinner that tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen, this Slow Cooker Beef Tips and Rice is the answer. Tender beef simmered in a rich, savory gravy and served over fluffy rice — it’s comfort food at its best. This easy crock pot recipe uses just a few pantry […]

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If you grew up loving Sloppy Joes, this homemade version is about to become a weekly staple in your kitchen. It’s quick, cozy, budget-friendly, and made with simple ingredients you already have in your pantry — no canned mix needed! This is one of those dinners that comes together in under 20 minutes, making it […]

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I know meal prepping can be overwhelming but here are a few basic tips to get ready for another busy week.  Don’t try to plan for five nights, start with just two, and let’s be honest life happens, kids have sporting events, and spontaneous dinners out happen. I used to try to plan for five […]

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Who doesn’t love classic chili? It’s always a great go to, weather you are feeding a crowd, laying around on game day, or needing something warm on a snow day! This is one of my go to soup recipes and making it in the Instant Pot is such a timesaver. This recipe is a family […]

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It’s a southern tradition to have black eyed peas on the first day of the New Year. My grandfather used to always tell me that I would make a dollar that year for every pea I would eat on New Years Day, so we’ve never missed eating them on New Year’s Day. Our family traditionally […]

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Southern Snippets is a place for easy meals, family favorites, and everyday inspiration shared from my Nashville kitchen. Real life, good food, and simple ideas to make home feel a little sweeter.

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