Homemade pasta is one of those things that intimidated me for a long time. Now I know it just takes practice and couldn’t be more simple. Once you get the hang of making the dough, the world is your oyster! You can change the shape, the sauce, or in the case of ravioli, the filling….
Pea and Bacon Risotto
Sometimes the slow way, is the best way. This pea and bacon risotto cooks low and slow over the stove, and the wait is worth it. The slow addition of broth allows the rice to plump and absorb maximum flavor. Use any veggies or meat you like. If you decide to sub out the bacon,…
Cinnamon Applesauce
Fall is in the air! That means it is time to make some applesauce. Is there anything better than a pot of cinnamon scented apples bubbling away on the stove? I’m not sure, but I doubt it. This recipe couldn’t be simpler and relies on the sweetness of your apples. I recommend using a sweet…
Mini Lasagnas
With cooler weather headed our way, I’m starting to crave a warm kitchen full of hearty meals. These mini lasagnas hit the spot, and they cook much faster than a traditional pan lasagna. This recipe comes together so fast! I use wonton wrappers as the noodles, so there is no boiling. Genius! Sometimes lasagna can…
Easy Carrot Hummus
If your kiddos love hummus, this carrot hummus is a great way to introduce carrots in a non-threatening manner. I love how it can introduce new flavors, add variety of color, and is super easy! We are harvesting carrots from our garden right now, and this is a perfect way to use up our excess….
Kid Chef Baked Chicken Tenders
I call these Kid Chef Baked Chicken Tenders, because I developed this recipe in a way that allows young kids to help, while keeping them salmonella free! Because having kids in the kitchen can be stressful enough, am I right? These chicken tenders are shake and bake style and a use a large zip close…
Steamed Artichoke with Fresh Lemon Dip
Sometimes we walk through the produce section and I let my kids pick out one fruit or vegetable that looks interesting to them. This week, they grabbed an artichoke! Somehow, I have never cooked a whole artichoke before, so I was excited for this new challenge. It turned out way easier than I expected, and…
Cherry Smoothie
This smoothie is as easy as it is delicious. My littlest likes smoothies on the thin side, so if you’d like this creamier, use 1 1/2 cups of milk instead. We also call this smoothie “pink milk” and that goes over well with the littles. Ingredients 1 cup frozen cherries 1 frozen banana 2 cups…
Southern Style Biscuits
I grew up eating biscuits at least twice a week with dinner. It was our bread of choice. Growing up in a family of 6, these biscuits helped ensure everyone at the table had something they were excited to eat and made sure everyone left with a full tummy. The topping choices are endless! Try…
Mini Quiche
I love these cute little quiche for two main reasons! First, the wonton mostly keeps the egg from sticking to your muffin tin and acts like a cupcake liner. Still be sure to spray liberally with cooking spray before putting the wonton in though! Second, I love that it adds variety to our morning routines….
Blue Cheese Veggie Dip
This recipe came from our color themed week. We had blue corn tortillas, blueberry pancakes, and we whipped up this easy blue cheese dip for a snack throughout the week. We loved it with hearty crackers and crudités, but you could easily use it as a cream cheese spread on bagels or a cucumber sandwich….
Arancini
Arancini is a great way to use up leftover rice or risotto in your fridge. It’s a super kid friendly recipe and basically eats like a rice filled mozzarella stick. Serve warm for the ultimate cheese pull! I like to think of them as the Italian version of hush puppies. Ingredients Cooking oil (about 6…
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