Hello! My name is Stephanie Ralya & I am the foodie behind This & That.
I started blogging in 2019 as a way to share my food adventures with other people like me. People trying to learn how to cook, but not professionally trained chefs. People interested in healthy eating, but not at the cost of giving up pizza or cookies.
My food philosophy is to have “everything in moderation. Including moderation.” So you’ll find a little bite of everything in my recipes. From healthy to indulgent & sweet to spicy. I want “a little bite” of it all!
I am also a BIG fan of meal planning! Being organized & prepared makes cooking less stressful & more enjoyable. Plus, seeing how my meals balance out over time helps keep everything in perspective.
Before I had my two kids, I never meal planned but now that I do, I’ll never go back. Meal planning does not mean that we eat homecooked meals 100% of the time. Sometimes the meal plan says “taco bell” or “frozen pizza” or “surprise”. I make meal planning work for me – not the other way around.
My goal with the blog is to share what I’ve learned & to keep trying new things with you. I hope This & That is a resource you can keep coming back to for family favorites, as well as to find something new to try. Mostly, I just want to make your mouth water.
And I LOVE hearing from you! My fellow foodies! Please drop a comment below or leave a review on your favorite recipe. If you happen to take a pic of your food, be sure to tag This & That on Instagram or Facebook so I can eat vicariously with you!
Last thing – I have a group for foodies like us to connect! Check it out here, on Facebook. Share what you are currently into eating with other foodies like you! This community is also a place to ask questions & help each other learn. Hope to see you there!
Alright – now that introductions have been made – let’s get cooking…
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- How to Make Scotty Thompson [a Carrabba’s Copycat Recipe]
You only need 3 ingredients to make this super easy copycat recipe at home. - How to Make Za’atar Roasted Chickpea Bowls with Harissa Yogurt
Healthy & fresh one pan meal that’s packed FULL of feel good food. It’s totally meatless but still managers to satisfy the “meat & potatoes” person in your family. - How to Make Perfectly Sweet & Spicy Candied Bacon
Spicy & sweet candied bacon recipe that has a kid friendly / mild option included or a spicier option for those that like it hot. Great for special holidays like Valentines Day or Birthday breakfasts! - How to Make Chicken & Orzo in the Instant Pot
This creamy orzo is full of bright & savory flavors … basil, tarragon, lemon, black pepper, & goat cheese. It’s easy to make & kid friendly. - Healthy 7 Day Meal Plan #12 on the Mediterranean Diet
This 7 day meal plan is based on the Mediterranean diet principles using the plate method to structure the whole week & each meal. Full of flavors from all around the world.
