My in-laws have been visiting for the past few weeks from out of state. It has been a whirlwind of 3 year old birthday party prep and execution, park days, and yummy family dinners (if I do say so myself). It has been such a joy seeing the girls connect with their grands that live…
Category: snacks
Honey Barbeque Chicken Wings
Is it ever too early to prep your super bowl menu? I think not. I must confess, my favorite part of most holidays is menu planning. I could care less who is playing, but bring on the endless appetizers! These honey barbecue chicken wings are going to be perfect for the big game in a…
Shrimp Topped Avocado Cups
I love New Year’s Day. Three years ago, three and a half years into our marriage, my husband and I started a tradition that we’ve continued the past three years. Every New Year’s Day we have a coffee date and discuss our budget for the previous year. This may not sound too exciting, but then…
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
There is something that feels very old world, waste not want not about roasting the pumpkin seeds that came out of your carving pumpkins. I love getting pumpkins as soon as October hits, and waiting (im)patiently to carve them. I was not as patient as I should have been this year. We carved them too…
Pumpkin Spice Breakfast Cookies
How would you feel about something that feels like a treat with your morning coffee, keep the kiddos happy, and keeps everyone full until lunch time? I dare say, these cookies fit that bill. Breakfast cookies were a revelation to me as a parent. Sometimes, you need something quick to eat, portable, delicious, and something…
Tahini Free Hummus
School is just around the corner. In fact, many school districts in our area are starting this week. If you haven’t done any lunch or snack prep whatsoever, don’t panic! I’ve got a super easy, delicious hummus recipe that is nut free and tahini free that is perfect for getting some extra fiber, healthy fats,…
Travel Snacks for Toddlers
Summer means one thing for many families…travel. For some, this brings to mind tantrums, overwhelmed toddlers, and high priced snacks and airport lunches. I am here to offer hope. Keeping a toddler well-fed and well-entertained is crucial to a happy, healthy trip for all. Because my husband’s family lives 20 hours away by car, we…
Simple Fresh Fruit Popsicles
We are on a popsicle kick at our house lately. I don’t know if it’s the heat or the abundance of fresh, delicious summer fruit, but we have an afternoon popsicle snack almost every day. Because of this, I want my popsicles to be as healthy as possible. For me, that means no added sugar…
Homemade Fruit Popsicles
Here in Texas it is almost summer and officially HOT. We have until about 10am, then it’s inside time until the late afternoon. However, I have a rambunctious, energetic toddler that needs plenty of physical activity during the day. This is why we’ve started spending as much time as possible at the pool or beach….
Pumpkin Spice Hummus
Hello fall! We are finally getting a whisper of colder weather here in Texas, and so I am again feeling the urge to make all things pumpkin. This hummus has a sweet and savory kick that I crave this time of year, but without the load of sugar that you get with the latte or…
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