The number one chilly treat in our house this summer is a peanut butter and jelly smoothie. My girls ask for one practically every day! Full of classic childhood flavors, this peanut butter and jelly smoothie is a creamy, refreshing treat that we can’t get enough of. To make it even better, the recipe is… Read More Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie
If you’re anything like me, then you know that the best part of February 14th is the food. Gimme bite-sized, covered in chocolate, or shaped like a heart and I simply cannot resist. Over the years, we’ve tried plenty of quick, love-themed eats and today we’ve narrowed it down to our favorites just for you.… Read More 10 Effortless Valentine’s Snacks and Sweet Treats
I was having a hard time deciding how to start this post, so I asked Goose how she would describe sweet potato and kale soup. Her response: “Yummy, yummy, yummy!” We both giggled before she elaborated, “I like the different textures. The sweet potatoes are soft, and the kale has a little bit of crunch.… Read More Sweet Potato and Kale Soup
There aren’t enough words to describe my obsession with these butterscotch pecan oatmeal cookies! They’re sweet and spicy, chewy and crunchy, and the perfect little treat for any fall or winter gathering! When I was in high school, I looked under the lid of a canister of Quaker Oats and found their recipe for Vanishing… Read More Chewy Butterscotch Pecan Oatmeal Cookies
Y’all. It’s too hot out here. It’s the type of heat where the thought of turning on my oven or sweating in front of the stove makes me behave irrationally. For the sake of my family, and possibly yours, I’ve gathered a few of my favorite no-heat meals. They’ll keep you feeling cool and fresh… Read More 5 of My Favorite No-Heat Meals
From the time my kids were born until very recently, I did the meal planning practically by myself. This was mainly to ensure they were introduced to a variety of foods and were eating a balanced diet. Earlier this year, though, they started making requests about what was on the dinner table. I saw this… Read More 4-Week Dinner Menu : Meal Planning Update
If you want a quick recipe for a festive treat, it doesn’t get easier than these fluffy red velvet cake mix cookies! All you need is a box of cake mix, a stick of butter, and a couple of eggs to bake up a batch of deliciousness. I also add in white chocolate chips and… Read More Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
Pesto bean soup is an excellent cold weather meal to keep in your back pocket! With a mix of fresh produce, canned beans, and jarred pesto, it’s simply delicious, and instantly warms your tummy! I’ve said it a million times before, but the secret to my cozy, flavorful recipes is a Dutch oven. I’ve tried this… Read More Pesto Bean Soup
Earlier this year, my husband’s aunt was in town and she cooked the most incredible pasta I had ever tasted! It was rich and smooth with just a hint of spiciness. I asked her for the recipe, which she recited from memory, and was thrilled to learn that it was easier to make than I… Read More One Pot Creamy Pasta With Veggies
Whether or not your family eats meat, everyone in your home will devour these deliciously simple vegetarian stuffed bell peppers! About three years ago I shared my original Easy Cheesy Stuffed Bell Pepper recipe, which included Italian sausage. The next year, my family switched to a vegetarian diet and I’ve been perfecting this version ever… Read More Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers
