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Lunch

Find your mid day meal here. Whether its packing lunch boxes for yourself or your family, you'll find all the variety here.

Try these no cook Avocado Hummus Rolls, Mini Chicken Pot Pies and much more!

Lemon Kale Salad

January 1, 2021 · Leave a Comment

kale salad in a bowl with oranges and a spoon

Kale is one of my favorite super foods. I usually like it in a dehydrated form or made as chips. When I created this lemon kale salad, it gave me another way to eat this leafy nutrient rich veggie! This salad dressing is delicious and has the best combination of flavors. I hope you love…

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Mediterranean Chicken Kabobs

December 30, 2020 · Leave a Comment

plate of skewers kale salad and toast

I have the secret to moist juicy and tasty chicken breast! Read on and I’ll let you know my secret ingredient to make chicken tender, juicy and not dry. You won’t believe you only need a few ingredients to make these Mediterranean Middle Eastern Chicken Kabobs. Chicken breast can be so dry and unflavorful. Hands down…

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Easy Ham Fried Rice

December 4, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of fried rice with vegetables rice and ham

Making fried rice is a fast and affordable meal that’s simple to make. This is also a great way to use up leftover ham and leftover rice. Fifteen minutes, is literally all you need to make this great recipe. That means if you only have 30 minutes for lunch, this is a fast fix. Fried…

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Halloween Snack Board

October 29, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Halloween Snack board with yogurt dip, grapes, banana ghosts, celery eyes, olives, pretzels and tangerine pumpkins

Snack boards are so fun! My kids will try everything on a tray and it’s such a family bonding experience to share. This Halloween we are loading up on healthier snacks before some treats. This Halloween snack board is easy to make, or you can make just one or two of them individually.  This snack…

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Easy Veggie Nuggets

October 5, 2020 · Leave a Comment

veggie nuggets on a plate next to sour cream

These easy veggie nuggets are my kid’s all time favorite. My kids just love these so much! It’s packed with veggies and is meatless. It literally takes about 15 minutes to make and is great for lunches or snack. These veggie fritters are a healthier alternative to a chicken nugget because every bite has vegetables….

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BLW Beginners, Lunch, Snacks

Vegan Chicken Nuggets

September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

breaded vegan chicken nuggets next to roasted veggies and dipping sauce

Vegan Chicken Nuggets Even Your Kids Will Love Easy and delicious, these vegan chicken nuggets recipe is a little lighter than its cousin chicken nugget. It’s a great nutritious snack, an appetizer, or a main course. I always try to offer a variety of foods to my kids. The only vegan or vegetarian nuggets I…

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Dinner, Lunch, Snacks, Vegan

Pizza Muffins

September 8, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of stacked pizza muffins

We love pizza around here and my kids ask for it a lot! I wanted to change it up a bit by making these easy pizza muffins. This also is a perfect answer with what to do with marinara sauce besides pasta. This muffin recipe has the flavor of pizza, but with added veggies. It…

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Baking, Lunch, Snacks

Tasty Taco Rolls

July 18, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Taco wraps cut up on a baking sheet

Taco Tuesday doesnโ€™t need to be the same old meat in a shell. Make a family favorite into something more special with these Tasty Taco Rolls! There are all kinds of options for taco shells. Flour tortillas, crunchy corn shells, street taco shells, and many more. But have you ever thought about using pizza crust…

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Easy Beef Milanesa

June 9, 2020 · Updated January 5, 2021 · 1 Comment

Beef Malanesa on plate with sewet potatoes and corn

This is the ultimate comfort food. It’s crisp on the outside and softer on the inside. This easy beef milanesa recipe is ready in 25 minutes! It honestly reminds me of chicken fried steak without the gravy.  Perfect for nugget lovers!  This easy beef milanesa recipe has the crunch of a nugget with a different…

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Homemade Alfredo Sauce

April 21, 2020 · Updated September 21, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Bowl of alfredo pasta and salad on the side

Alfredo sauce is one of my faves! What if I told you you can make this easy homemade alfredo sauce in 15 minutes!? Homemade tastes so great! There’s something about homemade that makes it taste better. Everything is fresh and you know exactly what goes in your homemade alfredo sauce. Why You’ll Love This Simple…

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Easy Chicken Satay With Peanut Sauce

April 5, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Chicken skewers with cucumber and peanut sauce

Make these easy chicken satay with peanut sauce recipe in as little as 15 minutes! Move over take out, because you can make this chicken satay recipe at home. Grilling sometimes isn’t always available. You can make these stovetop. ย Griling and barbecuing is not always an option especially during winter months, so I’ve created this…

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Sheet Pan Pineapple Chicken

March 23, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of baked chicken with vegetables

One sheet pan dishes are awesome! Less to clean, and easy to prep. You can even cook up this sheet pan pineapple chicken with canned vegetable on a pinch!ย  Dishes and pans can add up. ย If you’re anything like me, doing dishes isn’t my favorite. This sheet pan pineapple chicken is such an easy clean-up!…

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Loaded Mac And Cheese

March 16, 2020 · Updated November 1, 2020 · 1 Comment

pan with mac and cheese with garnish

Tired of your run of the mill mac and cheese? Try this loaded mac and cheese recipe for size. I hope your family will enjoy this comfort meal for picky eaters! Plus, homemade is always great right? Mac n Cheese can be so plain. While traditional macaroni and cheese has it’s time and place, I…

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Pepperoni Stromboli

March 5, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

cut up stromboli on a baking sheet

If youโ€™re as big a pizza lover as our family is, chances are youโ€™re a pretty big Stromboli fan too. But if youโ€™ve never had one, Strombolis are pretty similar to pizza in terms of ingredients, but instead of a flat piece of dough with toppings, strombolis are filled and rolled.ย  This pepperoni stromboli recipe…

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Crack Chicken Bacon Ranch Rolls

February 8, 2020 · Updated January 3, 2021 · Leave a Comment

Chicken Bacon Ranch Rolls

I think we can all agree that the best thing about rotisserie chicken is the ability to make so many dishes with it.  No matter what, there’s always delicious bites to be had. These Crack Chicken Bacon Ranch Rolls are a great way to use it and tastes good enough for those kiddos to devour….

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Gluten Free Meatballs

January 9, 2020 · Updated January 11, 2021 · Leave a Comment

meatballs on a plate with scallions and bell pepper as garnish

Sweet and sour is one of my favorite combinations. It is so appetizing to the taste buds tastes great.  Making this instant pot sweet and sour meatballs recipe is nostalgic to my childhood, when my family made sweet and sour pork growing up. This isn’t your traditional tomato sauce Italian meatball, but it’s a great…

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The Best Easy Mac and Cheese Balls Recipe!

January 6, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

As young eaters build their palates, it seems like nothing satisfies quite like a crunch! Kids love munching on crispy, crunchy textures. And Mac N Cheese? Everyone knows thatโ€™s a huge staple in any kidโ€™s diet. What could be more nostalgic and comforting than creamy mac n cheese? Add a vegetable in this easy mac…

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Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels

November 24, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving is upon us, and we all know what that meansโ€ฆLEFTOVERS! Leftovers are fun for the first meal, and then after that, they become something everyone is just trying to get rid of. With these turkey cranberry pinwheels recipe, using up the rest of that turkey is easy and enticing. Leftover sandwiches are classic, but…

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Easy Chicken Marsala

November 6, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · 2 Comments

flat lay of chicken thighs with mushroom and onions

This easy chicken marsala recipe is great for those meal times when you’re seeking a comfort meal. It is packed with fulfilling protein and flavorful spices to satisfy your aching stomach! In just under 40 minutes, you will have yourself something exquisite that is high in nutritional value, leaving you completely pleased with your meal….

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Homemade Veggie Burger

October 28, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

homemade veggie burger on a wooden board next to fries and dipping sauce

Dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes and there are vegetables incorporated in it! This homemade veggie burger is perfect for those burger lovers needing a break fromย  traditional meat basedย burger. Hamburgers can be high in fat. While traditional hamburgers definitely has its time and place, I love to offer different types of…

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Homemade Sushi

October 13, 2019 · Updated January 9, 2021 · Leave a Comment

Cut cucumbers, strawberries, cut sushi and soy sauce, chopsticks

Sushi has both a modern and traditional flare, but it can be difficult for the kiddos to realize just how classy this dish is! That is what makes this homemade sushi rolls dish is so appealing. Wrapping sushi in your favorite childโ€™s color can both expose them to other cultural foods, or get them involved…

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Easy Pumpkin Muffins

September 8, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · 2 Comments

Flat lay of pumpkin muffins

Tis’ the season for all things pumpkin! This easy pumpkin muffins recipe is soft and tasty with a hint of orange. Make it in less than half an hour for breakfast, lunch boxes, or snacks. Why You’ll Love This Easy Pumpkin Dessert Pumpkin –ย ย Pumpkin is great for your skin! It is high in carotenoids like…

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Easy Chicken Fajita Cups

August 17, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Close up of chicken fajita cups in a cast iron skillet

Make these bite size easy chicken fajita cups for a party or to entice those little ones to try something new! My kids don’t eat Mexican food as much as I’d like so often times I introduce them to different flavors. This is the perfect way to do that! These bite size fajita cups are…

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Sweet Potato Cheese Balls

August 11, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Bowl of sweet potato balls with marinara on the side

These sweet potato cheese balls are perfect for lunch or dinner and make for a great addition to lunch boxes as well. The back to school season is definitely and I’ve been trying to find recipes to add to lunch boxes. With a little prep work, you can keep these sweet potato arancini balls in…

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