Homemade Hot Sauce That Goes with Everything (+ 4 Easy Recipes to Spice Up Your Meals)

A flat lay of ingredients for a homemade Fresno pepper Hot Sauce recipe, including fresh peppers, garlic, and a finished bottle on a wooden board.

Hey there, lovely people! I’m Auntie Cynthia, writing from my cozy kitchen in Richmond. I’m a 43-year-old single mom to a spirited 11-year-old daughter, and like many of you, I discovered my love for cooking during the lockdown. It all started with a simple desire to bring comfort to my sweet 62-year-old neighbor, Fifi, during … Try Now

Auntie Cynthia’s Ultimate Guide to Low Calorie High Protein Snacks You’ll Actually Crave

A vibrant overhead flat lay of several delicious low calorie high protein snacks on a rustic table, including roasted chickpeas, protein bites, and a cottage cheese parfait.

Hello, my friends! It’s your Auntie Cynthia, writing to you from my cozy little kitchen here in Richmond. If you’re new here, let me just say welcome! I’m a 43-year-old single mom to a wonderfully whirlwind 11-year-old, and my greatest joy—besides her, of course—is found in sharing simple, delicious food. My cooking journey really took … Try Now

Protein-Rich Snacks: Aunt Cynthia’s Secret for Lasting Energy and a Happy Heart

Glass meal prep containers on a wooden counter, neatly filled with homemade protein bars and energy bites for the week.

Hello, my dear foodie friends! It’s Aunt Cynthia, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to my cozy kitchen. During those unprecedented times of the COVID-19 lockdown, many of us found solace and new passions within our homes, including myself, as I cooked daily for my dear neighbor, Fifi. This period sparked a deeper dive into … Try Now

Auntie Cynthia’s Guide to Wholesome Bites: Delicious Healthy Snack Recipes for Every Craving

A warm, overhead flat lay of healthy snacks on a rustic wooden table, including peanut butter energy bites, a greek yogurt parfait, and apple slices with almond butter.

Well hello there, sweet peas! It’s your Auntie Cynthia, coming to you from my cozy kitchen here in Richmond, Virginia. Life can get a little hectic, especially when you’re juggling a busy schedule and trying to keep up with an energetic 11-year-old. There are days when the clock seems to race ahead, and suddenly, it’s … Try Now

Auntie Cynthia’s 10-Minute No-Churn Healthy Sorbet: Your Guilt-Free Summer Treat!

Two scoops of homemade sorbet in a ceramic bowl: a vibrant orange mango scoop and a creamy white vanilla scoop, garnished with a fresh mint leaf.

Hello, my dears! Auntie Cynthia here, and oh, do I have a treat for you today! As the days get longer and the sun shines brighter, we’re all looking for refreshing, cool healthy snacks to beat the summer heat. But let’s be honest, sometimes those store-bought options are packed with things we’d rather avoid, and who has … Try Now