Now that summer is here, I love using fresh produce from our local farmers market in all my recipes! It’s so fun taking the kids to pick out weekly produce and get them more hands on in the kitchen now that summer break is here. I love finding new ways to make our time cooking together easier, and Jus-Rol dough has been a staple in our home this season!
Read MoreMix it up this taco Tuesday with these taco bites! We love these for a quick and easy dinner, or while hosting family and friends. They are so easy to make and such a crowd pleaser for any event! Keep reading for the recipe!
Read MoreEvery year, our friends and family love coming together for game day! Hosting homegates is something that we look forward to all year - although I must admit, the majority of us are mostly just excited for the food. That being said, I take homegating very seriously and always make sure that I have the best of the best snacks and meal solutions on hand for our get-togethers. Keep reading for our game day must-haves!
Read MoreEarlier this week, I found some of the most beautiful blueberries at our local produce stand. They were huge and sweet, and I immediately knew that I wanted to make a blueberry cobbler over the weekend. I’ll be honest - I really don’t love to bake, I would much rather pick up a treat at Whole Foods or a local bakery when hosting. However I wanted to try something new! This recipe turned out SO good and selfishly wanted to save it here so I can also refer to it later. Sharing the recipe below!
Read MoreI’m not addicted to anything… except kale salads. As I’ve been working towards my wellness journey I have found that breaking my fast with one of these salads gives me prolonged energy and for lack of a better word, absolutely slaps after a hard workout at the gym! It’s SO good, I made this with mostly veggies from my local amish stand and the rest was already in my pantry. Keep reading for my fav kale salad recipe!
Read MoreWe finally had our first full week of warm weather, which means it’s salad season! I love making salads in the summer when the local farmers markets are supplying so much fresh fruit and vegetables - and this salad has been my favorite so far this year! Keep reading for the recipe!
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 MoreIt’s happy hour! My go-to cocktail order is the spicy margarita. Whether I’m grabbing drinks with the girls or trying out a new restaurant with Ben, it’s my fav drink! Since I’ve been ordering them out so much, I wanted to learn how to make a low calorie option at home.
Read MoreHappy almost National Cheddar Day! This year, National Cheddar Day and the Big Game fall on the same day! To celebrate this momentous occasion, I’m creating a delicious and super easy to make buffet-style nacho bar! Whether a commercial is on so you have a few seconds to spare, or you just need a second plate, a nacho bar is always the way to go! It’s so easy to set up, yet steals the show every single year.
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 MoreTis’ the season for some yummy cocktail recipes! My home is soon going to be filled with tons of family and friends who are ready to try my newest drink. I always have tons of fun mixing up drinks around Christmas- well, really any holiday 🤪. I know the holidays may bring on lots stress with gift giving, food preparations, and hosting duties- so I wanted to help elevate that stress & give you a few recipes to whip out on the big day.
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 MoreWould the holiday season really feel like the holidays without a hot cocoa board? 😆 Keep reading for my hot cocoa recipe + tips to creating your own board!
Read MoreIt smells like Thanksgiving is upon us, or maybe that’s the chicken nuggets and french fries I smell… LOL As a mom of two, I’ve been down that “picky eater” road a few times! They can love a certain food one day, then want nothing to do with it the next! If your kids are anything like mine, they might not touch any of the home-cooked meals you’ve spent hours making, especially on Thanksgiving. Over the years, I’ve learned how to navigate Thanksgiving dinner with a picky-eater, picking up a few tips and tricks along the way. Keep reading down for my go-to game plan:
Read MoreA holiday dedicated to spending time with close friends and all of my favorite foods? Say less! Thanksgiving is always an amazing time, don’t get me wrong - but Friendsgiving is one of those traditions that I’ll cherish with my friends forever. Being a busy mom, it can be hard to find time to catch up with old friends. Friendsgiving is the best way to get everyone together again, and the perfect time to chat about the old, embarrassing memories while chowing down!
Read MoreHalloween is this weekend, I can almost smell the candy! The weather has been a bit gloomy, so I wanted to get my family in the Halloween mood and make a fun treat for us all to enjoy. I decided to whip up some quick Candy Corn Rice Krispy Treats! If you know me, I’m all for easy recipes, and this one definitely fits my criteria! 🤪 A little food coloring and white chocolate can take your typical Rice Krispy Treats and make them extra spooky!
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!
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