I'm Kris! Former professional chef turned mama, here to help you take the stress out of meal planning, meal prep, and healthy weeknight cooking for busy families & foodies alike. Because cooking isn't always going to feel easy- but it can be simple (and dare I say it... fun!)

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    It’s time to take the stress out of weekday meals. Kris Dovbniak is a trained chef, culinary nutritionist and a mama of two here to guide you in making healthy eating easy and accessible by simplifying your meal plan, demystifying meal prep, taking the stress out of weeknight dinners and helping you learn to cook your family delicious, nutrient-dense meals along the way- without spending hours in the kitchen or thousands of dollars a month at whole foods. Grab your apron, and let’s get cooking!   

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