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Life Currents

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Life Currents is all about great food and lifestyle recipes. My main focus is tried and true family recipes that are budget-friendly with a highlight on comfort food, vegetarian, main dish, appetizers, air fryer recipes, soups, and desserts that you will want to make over and over.

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Broccoli Crescent Roll Ghosts

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Homemade Marshmallow Ghosts

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Halloween Roasted Vegetables

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Halloween Ghost Cheese Crisps

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About Life Currents

Hello! I’m Debi, the girl behind Life Currents where I write about mainly healthy vegetarian dishes. My husband eats meat, so occasionally I share some of his dishes as well. And, I’ll share tasty treats and projects that we do.

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Thanksgiving recipes

Thanksgiving is all about gathering with family and friends, and sharing a classic comfort food meal! I absolutely love Thanksgiving, and all that it stands for. Check out my great many recipes as well as a couple of collections that I love: How to Host the Best Vegetarian Thanksgiving and Classic Thanksgiving Side dish Recipes.

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Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew

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One Dish Oven Baked Mac and Cheese (No-Boil)

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Shepherd’s Pie Potato Skins

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Ginger Quince Cake

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fall recipes

Fall is my favorite season, with all those cozy flavors, baking, and snuggling up under a warm blanket. I’ve got so many great fall recipes to choose from.

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Chili Mac Casserole

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Easy Homemade Butterbeer (Harry Potter-Inspired)

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Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew

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Cottage Cheese Pizza Puffs   

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Recipes by season

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter

my top picks

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Corn Cheese Chowder

Homemade Granola Recipe served plain in a white bowl with a spoon on the right side

Homemade Granola

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Gumbo

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Potato Cheese Soup

soups & stews recipes

A nice bowl of soup is like a warm hug. And soup can be so healthy and filled with veggies.

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Crock Pot Vegetarian Chili

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Pasta e Ceci

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Creamy Noodle Soup

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Tahini Wild Rice Soup

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bread recipes

Is there anything as good as a home baked fresh loaf of bread? I have all kinds of bread recipes for you, from sweet to savory, and quick breads to yeasted breads.

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Everything Seed Bread

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Loaded Stuffed Bagels

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Cottage Cheese Dill Bread

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Chocolate Chip Biscuits

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Most-loved recipes

These are the reader favorites! The ones that you guys keep coming back for, as voted on by your visits to the page and your comments (here on the blog and on social media) after trying the recipe.

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Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip

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Caramelized Onion Roasted Garlic Bisque

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Vegetarian Pot Pie

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Cinnamon Sore Throat Tea

breakfast recipes

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But it doesn’t have to be boring! Here are some great breakfast and brunch ideas for you!

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Easy Rhubarb Bread Pudding

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Protein Mug Cake

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Slow Cooker Granola

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Broccoli Leek Crustless Quiche

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slow cooker/crock pot recipes

What’s your favorite small kitchen appliance? The slow cooker is definitely one of my favorites! You’ll find lots of vegetarian recipes here, but also some chicken and beef ideas.

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Crock Pot Vegetarian Chili

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Slow Cooker Lentil Taco Recipe

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Touchdown Chili Cheese Dip

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Slow Cooker Mushroom Farro

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Recipes by method

  • Air Fryer
  • Grilling
  • Pressure Cooker
  • Slow Cooker/Crock Pot

gluten free recipes

Most of my gluten free recipes are naturally gluten free, like a nice piece of roasted fish or a nice cheesy spread. I don’t use gluten substitutes very often.

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Zucchini Basil Soup

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Wild Rice Salad

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White Bean Arugula Salad with Frico

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Whipped Basil Ricotta Dip

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Recipes by Diet

  • Vegan
  • Healthy
  • Gluten-Free
  • Dairy-Free

game day recipes

It’s game day! Why settle for the same recipes you’ve been using for years? With these recipes, you’ve got the perfect mix of football food, snacks, party food, tailgating, and appetizers to make your day even more special. Find your favorite new recipe today and cheer on your team in style!

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Tailgating Snacks Month 2026

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Cottage Cheese Pizza Puffs   

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French Onion Hummus

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Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough

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gifts recipes

Nothing says, “I love you” like a handmade gift. And something from your kitchen is even more special. Whether it’s a birthday, or you’re planning for holiday gift giving, there’s something here for everyone on your list.

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Dried Mint Tea

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How to Dry Fresh Mint

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Earl Grey Simple Syrup

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Sage Lavender Tea

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Christmas recipes

Christmas is just around the corner. Be sure to check out all the fantastic festive recipes. This year, I’ll be doing a special Christmas Cookie series, so stay tuned!

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Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew

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Earl Grey Simple Syrup

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Slow Cooker Granola

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Chai Simple Syrup

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