Food and Recipes

Before becoming a mom, I didn’t worry so much about uninvited guests or last minute get togethers at my house. I’ve never been accused of being a neat freak, but …

The holidays are full of tasty snacks. Some are easier to make than others. As delicious as complex desserts may be, I prefer to make easier ones. You may be …

My daughter loves Yo Gabba Gabba so that was the theme for her second birthday party. Sadly I didn’t get to go as “all out” as I would have liked …

I have to admit I’m pretty lucky. My daughter is usually quite good when we go out to eat. Well, good as in well behaved. She doesn’t necessarily eat well when …

I’ve been a long time fan of T-Fal cookware. It’s really the only brand name cookware that I’ve owned. Sure, I’ve bought some miscellaneous pots and pans here and there, …

I hate to admit it, but I’m horrible about eating veggies. I’m pretty good with fruits – I like a lot of them, but vegetables… I like only a few. Some …

One thing my dad always stressed when I was growing up was the importance of having dinner together. It was the one time no one was allowed to take phone …

I really try to limit sugary snacks for my toddler, but she does get them now and again. One of her favorite treats this summer is freeze pops. She loves …

When I was pregnant with Rissa, I was working full-time. I was the type of person to work through lunch (thus not eating) or I’d go buy food. Not the …

I know what you are thinking… what? Low sugar? No butter? Is this really a cookie?  Yes, yes it is! It’s a healthier twist on the traditional Tollhouse cookie recipe. I …

I noticed at supper tonight that our jug of milk, that isn’t quite half gone yet, is gong to expire tomorrow. Ugh. I hate when that happens. Instead of losing …

When I cook or bake, I like quick and easy clean up. I prefer being able to slap on a lid for leftovers and call it a day. But when …

We love fruit in our house and my daughter is really loving grapes lately! Did you know that…. right now, fresh and delicious California grapes are just coming into season which means they …

I love shepherd’s pie! The girls like it, it can be healthy, but Hubby doesn’t usually care for it. It had been forever since we’d had it, and I’ve been …

I got creative in the kitchen last night and combined two foods we all enjoy without qualm. Baked spaghetti and bread. Yum. This was carb goodness. And so simple no …

I love peanut butter. One fear after having our girls was that they could have an allergy to peanuts and we wouldn’t be able to have it in the house. …

We love sloppy joes in this house! I have pictures of both girls, very young, eating them… and I don’t mean picking them apart, but actually picking the whole thing …

I got the idea of making granola bars from my hubby last night. He asked me to buy some to take in his lunches. If you have read my blog, …

Spring is a fun time to bake. I feel like it’s the perfect excuse for sweets and pretty colors. Cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more! Others might think of breakfasts or …

A couple weeks ago I received a cool package with goodies from Williams-Sonoma, courtesy of Disney/Marvel. I thought The Avengers cookie cutters and Hulk spatula were pretty cool. I set …