Have you ever eaten a dish at a restaurant and thought, “I wish I could make that”. This is exactly what happened last weekend. We had a lovely weekend spending time with my husband’s brother, sister-in-law, and nephew. We don’t get to see them all that often, and it makes it extra sweet to see…
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Cooking with Toddlers: Yogurt Edition
I have a confession. I do not like yogurt. I know, at this day and age we are all supposed to be working on our “gut health” and doing all the probiotic things, right? Yogurt, kombucha, kefir, sauerkraut, etc. We always had the little tubs of individually packaged yogurt with flavors that gave their best…
Baked Chicken Taquitos
I’m always on the hunt for dinner options that are fun, easy, and the whole family likes. These crispy chicken taquitos fit the bill. They are perfect served with a simple guacamole and pico de gallo. Baking these gives the crunch I was craving without having to deep fry and grease up my whole kitchen….
Easy Roasted Broccoli
It has been an exhausting, fun few weeks. We had company for most of the past month. My in-laws visited for a few weeks, my husband’s friend came to town for a visit, and then my mom visited for a few days. We battled sickness (thankfully before all the guests), visited museums and breweries, romped…
Cooking with Toddlers: Tools and Tasks
Staying at home with small kiddos has plenty of challenges. Some days we make barely make it to nap time. That’s why I like to blend the tasks I need to get done with toddler activity time. One easy way to do this is making cooking time an activity. Sound like you’re adding more stress…
Roasted Chickpeas
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…
Gluten Free Confetti Waffles
My little girl turned 3 today. We had a narwhal-themed party over the weekend with extended family and a few friends. If you have not read the Narwhal and Jelly series by Ben Clanton, I highly recommend those books. They are sweet and funny, and they always have a good message about friendship and being…
Snack Trios
I don’t know about your house, but we are right in the thick of the “I don’t want that…I want something else” phase of toddler eating. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gotten a snack or meal ready in the past few months, only to hear “I don’t like that, I want cereal”….
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…
Curry Coconut Fish
I am in the haze of post Christmas pre-New Years when all you want to do is avoid taking down Christmas decorations, sleep in, and eat all the leftover Christmas cookies. We traveled to my parents house for Christmas this year. As much fun, excitement, and quality family time as it brought, it also left…
Gingerbread Cookies
Amid the chaos that the holidays bring, the shopping, cooking, traveling, decorating, some traditions are really worth the effort. These cookies make the cut. No leaving the house, no battling crowds, no sleepy toddlers fighting to stay awake for Christmas lights. I plan on making them every year. They’re classic, warm with spices, and so…
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