This past week we took a staycation to Ocean City, Maryland for a summer getaway! Just being around three hours from Lancaster, it was the perfect distance to get away with little kids. This was a trip to remember - it was Adlavie’s first time seeing the ocean and although we have been to Ocean City many times before, we had the opportunity to see lots of new sights and attractions!
Read MoreThey always say doing things the night before will make for a better morning… I’m not sure who “they” are, but I’m sure they were talking about overnight oats (and not packing school lunches) am I right?! 🤪 I started making these chocolate overnight oats recently and they just make my mornings so much better. Get the recipe below!
Read MoreSaturdays are the only day of the week where we can have a slow morning with the kids, so that calls for brunch! Inspired by a local favorite, this brioche french toast with caramelized apples, vanilla mascarpone, oat granola and maple syrup has everyone asking for seconds 🤤 Keep reading for the recipe!
Read MoreI am a huge sucker for themed desserts, especially ones that are fun to make with my kids! Melted Snowman Bark is such a fun winter treat to make that is mama-approved for easiness. Plus, you and your kiddos can get creative with it and make each batch different, depending on what you have on hand. Below, I’m sharing two different ways to create a Melted Snowman Bark that everyone will love this season!
Read MoreWhen asked on Instagram which recipe you wanted to see here, an overwhelming amount of you said a winter soup! Today I’m sharing with you my mom’s dairy free Zuppa Soup, it has so much flavor and the right amount of comfort food for this season! My kids LOVE it! Keep reading for the recipe.
Read MoreHow fun are these after-school treats I made today? 👻 Just in time for Halloween, these chocolate dipped graham crackers are topped with cookie crumbs were SO yummy! Topped with some candy eyes and they were a perfect halloween snack. Get the recipe below!
Read MoreHappy Friday!!! I do my grocery shopping over the weekends - anyone else? So today I went fridge hunting for leftovers 🤪 I found roasted carrots, rice, and chicken breast that needed to be cooked asap. With a few more ingredients I decided to make mayo-crusted parm chicken and it turned out SO good, I wanted to share. I also made sriracha mayonnaise for dipping - YUM! get the recipe below!
Read MoreCan you really ever have too many kids lunch ideas?! With everyone going back to school, I’ve been breaking out some old favorite recipes along with new ones I’ve been wanting to try out. If your kids are anything like mine, they probably get bored of the typical turkey sandwich every day. Who can blame them! Healthy, quick, and filling are my top priorities when I’m packing a lunch. These three recipes have been consistent in our lunch rotation, so you know they’re good!
Read MoreNo I don’t think you understand, I’m OBSESSED 🤪 Do you also get stuck on a new recipe and eat it for weeks until you get sick of it? Or maybe that’s just my ADD? lol I’ve eaten this salad every day this week because it’s so so good. The apple cider vinaigrette makes me feel like I’m walking through an orchard.
Read MoreI’ve been under the weather this week so today calls for my favorite Chicken Tortilla Soup! Perfect for cold fall nights, this hearty soup has a great kick for a unique twist on the classic noodle soup! Keep reading for the recipe!
Read MoreI tried out my new smokeless grill today with these Mozzarella Stuffed Caprese Burgers - YUM! This recipe was so quick and easy, I prepped these before soccer practice so we can grab and go later. Keep reading for the recipe!
Read MoreBack to school season is a time of new beginnings. A new classroom, new teachers, new topics, new lunch options. All of this can be so exciting for the little ones! Food is a huge aspect of the BTS season because it’s what fuels our little ones to study harder so they can become the doctor, athlete, firefighter (or in my son’s case, the astronaut) of their dreams! Keep on reading to find out the back to school food essentials I’ll be keeping in my pantry for this school year.
Read MoreNow that we are back to school, I’m back to cooking quick and easy recipes on busy weeknights! Tonight is a family favorite: 30-Minute Meatball Sliders. Keep reading for the recipe!
Read MoreOver the past year of eating lunch at home rather than grabbing a prepackaged meal showed us all just how much plastic and paper waste we can be saving! With Aimery going back to school, it’s time to start whipping up lunches for him to take along. Although this year, my goal is to create lunches that are good for my son and the earth!
Read MoreAs promised, I’m here to share my Bang Bang Fish Tacos! This is one of our favorite recipes and it’s so easy to make - only takes 15 minutes. Keep reading for my fish taco recipe!
Read MoreWhen it comes to those warm summer nights after the kids fall asleep and Ben & I don’t feel like cooking, we always reach for a charcuterie board. Nothing is better than sharing a bottle of wine and snacking on a board we made together! Plus, I always keep the ingredients on hand because they’re so easy to whip together for any event, family get-together, or pool party. Break out your wine glasses because tonight, you’re joining us for a charcuterie board dinner!
Read MoreSomething we always have around our house is avocados. Ben and I are addicted to making homemade guacamole, and also adding avocados to our breakfast favorites. I have been eating avocado toast lately when running out the door in the morning - it’s so quick and with the healthy fats, keeps me full until my next meal. This lemon avocado toast with arugula recipe has been my go-to these last few weeks, so I wanted to share the recipe with you all! Keep reading for this quick recipe!
Read MoreWe love grilling in the summer, so we are constantly having BBQ chicken in our meal routine. BBQ chicken is something our whole family can agree on (four year old included), but you can only eat plain grilled chicken so many times. That being said, I’m always trying to find new ways to mix up leftovers. I was inspired by a local Mexican restaurant to try BBQ chicken in tacos, and it did not disappoint! I was amazed by how the flavors worked in these grilled BBQ Chicken Tacos. Keep reading for this easy recipe - only 5 ingredients!
Read MoreGrowing up, my summer nights were filled with campfires and s’mores. I loved the time we spent sitting around, chatting, and devouring more marshmallows than humanly possible! That tradition stuck with me, so I plan on continuing it with my kids. Although, rainy nights can put a damper on the tradition, so I came up with a solution: S’mores Dessert Board! Get your sweet tooth ready and follow along as we make this board together down below!
Read MoreWhether you are spending your 4th of July weekend at a backyard BBQ with family, pool party with friends, or at home - I have four easy recipes that are perfect for any event this long weekend! Keep reading for four of my favorite recipes for the 4th of July.
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