If you haven’t noticed by now, we love dessert at our house. So it was a special treat when Late July sent us some of their Organic Sandwich Cookies to try out. We have been noshing on them for a week now and they are so much tastier than the “you know who name brand” […]
Buggy Birthday Party
I’ve been asked a few times about the “buggy” foods that I served at my son’s 1st birthday party a couple months ago. So I thought I would share the ideas here. I had so much fun planning this party and creating all the food. Ants on A Log -a classic Celery filled with peanut […]
Monkey Milkshakes with a Secret Ingredient
Having two young children, I have learned some creative ways to increase their veggie content, protein content, etc. This milkshake is perfect for hiding my secret ingredient. Oatmeal! Yes, oatmeal in the shake. Who doesn’t need a little extra fiber in their diet?!? My one year old loves this one. He sips on it using […]
Rainbow Cupcakes
I love baking and I love decorating cakes. After my daughter turned one, I started taking cake decorating classes and vowed to make all of my children’s birthday cakes from that point on. Sometimes, the cakes are elaborate and sometimes they are really simple like this one. Either way, I am able to do something […]
S’more Brownies
I got the idea for these brownies while attending a local LLL meeting. A couple ladies were talking about them, so I decided to whip up a batch based on what they were describing. Oh my goodness, these babies are tasty! The brownies are chewy, but the bottom is a bit crunchy and […]
Pineapple Cooler
I have been making this drink for years. It’s so easy and refreshing too! I make this in individual servings, but it could easily be turned into a punch with some frozen fruit or sherbet. I probably shouldn’t even call it a recipe…. Pineapple Cooler -100% pineapple juice -lemon/lime soda Combine equal parts of pineapple […]
Pasta with Browned Butter and Mizithra Cheese
One of our favorite spaghetti joints is the Old Spaghetti Factory in downtown Phoenix. The prices are great and the food is tasty! I feel in love with their browned butter and mizithra cheese dish many many years ago. It just has such a unique flavor. It never occurred to me to try to make […]
Microwave Popcorn
I know what you are thinking! This isn’t a recipe….I can buy microwave popcorn at the grocery store. True! But did you know that you can make your own microwave popcorn using plain ol’ popping kernels? – 1/4 cup popcorn kernels – 1 brown lunch sack 1. Put kernels in lunch sack. Fold sack down […]
Watermelon Lemonade
I don’t normally post on Saturday’s, but I had to post this drink. It will be a perfect addition to your 4th of July party or picnic. It is so refreshing. Not too sweet, not too tart, and just a hint of watermelon. Watermelon Lemonade 3/4 cup sugar 2 3/4 cup water, divided 1 cup […]
Hawaiian Packets for Camping
We recently started camping again and I’ve decided to forgo the usual hamburgers and hotdogs for better meals. I’ve found with a little pre-camping prep work, we can have delicious meals with little work at the campsite and with two little kids screaming for supper, this is really important. I thought I’d share my recipes […]
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Double or Triple my easy Homemade Taco Seasoning for quick meals all week long! It’s perfect in so many recipes. I always make a huge batch because we use it all the time! Be sure to sign up for my email list….seasonal recipes in your inbox every week! Homemade Taco Seasoning We love tacos, but I hate […]
Easy Canned Fruit
I grew up watching my mom can things from the garden and making her own jam. Well, I can’t grow anything to save my life, but that doesn’t stop me from canning fresh produce and making my own jam. It really is super easy. I can things only when they are in season. I either […]
