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Sweet and Spicy Chicken

June 28, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of chicken

The combination of sweet and spicy is one of my favorites. This sweet and spicy chicken breast recipe is a great dish to try. Best of all it will only take half an hour to make! Chicken breast can be so bland. I don’t know about you, but most times when I cook chicken breast, it’s…

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Baked Ravioli With Hidden Veggies

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

baking dish with baked ravioli

This is a different take on ravioli. It’s baked and even has vegetables in it! Best of all, it takes 15 minutes of prep and just 15 minutes to cook. This baked ravioli with hidden veggies is so tasty! Sometimes you just want something quick and easy.  We sure do love homemade lasagna. But this…

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Easy No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls

May 13, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Shot of cinnamon rolls

No Yeast? No Problem. It’s not always easy to get yeast these days. But I’ve got a solution for you! This easy No yeast Cinnamon Rolls recipe is fluffy, tasty and satisfies any sweet tooth. It’s not difficult either, in a little over half an hour, you’ll have a warm tasty pastry to enjoy! Homemade…

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Easy Kid Friendly Chili and Guiltless Cornbread

February 17, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

kid friendly chili with guiltless heart shaped bread

Hearts never go out of style. I made this no bean chili with some heart shaped cornbread. It doesn’t have to be the day of love to make heart shaped foods! . Since this February has been a little cooler, I thought it would be perfect to serve easy kid friendly chili with guiltless heart…

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Shrimp Scampi With Pasta

January 11, 2020 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Seafood Pasta in a bowl with napkin

Shrimp scampi with pasta is the perfect date night meal! It looks and tastes restaurant quality, but is quick and easy to prepare. You’ll want to make extra, because this date night delight also makes a fantastic lunch. My kids have a fairly decent sophisticated palate and love this easy shrimp scampi pasta too! Lemon…

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Baked Pumpkin Donuts

October 30, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

flat lay of sugar donuts and glazed donuts

Pumpkin spice is oh so nice! This delicious baked pumpkin donuts recipe is perfect to pair with that latte or frappuccino that only comes around once a year. With this Pumpkin Spice Donut recipe, you can satisfy your fall cravings even beyond this beloved season. Donut flavors are often repetitive. It is not common to…

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School Lunch Box Tips

August 29, 2018 · Updated January 11, 2021 · Leave a Comment

It’s that time of year again! Are you ready for it? The kids are heading back to school soon, and it won’t be long before they’re asking you what you’re going to make them for lunch. That means we’re once again faced with the age-old dilemma: how do we give our young ones the healthy,…

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Food Tips / Hacks, Lunch, Mom Life, Recipes, Uncategorized

Korean Veggie Patties

August 22, 2018 · Updated August 13, 2020 · Leave a Comment

So, you’ve read the title, seen the photo, and perhaps the video too. But you’re probably asking yourself what is a Korean pancake? This Korean pancake recipe delightfully combines several vegetables, making for a fun new finger food your kids will love! I’ve also tried omitting the egg making it a vegan dish. It changes…

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Dinner, Lunch, Popular Recipes, Uncategorized

BBQ Turkey Zucchini Meatballs

July 21, 2018 · Updated February 19, 2019 ·

My two-year old goes through shape phases and this week he’s really into anything round. Last week it was anything bunny shaped aka cheddar bunnies. On a serious note though, I love making hearty meatballs because I can easily sneak in some veggies in there. These BBQ Turkey Zucchini Meatballs recipe is tasty and delicious…

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Instant Pot Chicken Rice Bowls

July 6, 2018 · Updated September 15, 2020 ·

Do you own an Instant Pot yet? It’s the ultimate mom life saver. I use it weekly to cook spaghetti in 8 minutes, tender beef stew in half the time and these one pot instant pot chicken rice bowls. If you don’t know what it is, it’s an all in one pressure cooker that doubles…

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Cherry Peach Yogurt Bark

July 2, 2018 · Updated November 17, 2020 ·

  This recipe has such minimal steps I’m not sure I could fill up this blog post. It’s seriously that easy. Do you have a favorite yogurt? If you do, then use it. We love so many varieties, so it’s not hard to choose, but I would suggest a flavored one. You can also choose…

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BLW Beginners, Breakfast, Dessert, Popular Recipes, Snacks, Uncategorized

Sunshine Egg Pies

April 12, 2018 · Updated January 11, 2021 ·

Sunshine Egg Pies

Keeping an egg on a piece of toast is never easy with toddlers. One part falls to the ground, the other lands on their head.  You feel me? After months of getting my youngest to eat a breakfast sandwich, I threw in the towel. At least for now anyway. No toddlers? Not to worry –…

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Breakfast, Food Tips / Hacks, Lunch, Popular Recipes, Snacks, Uncategorized

5 Minute Apple Crisp

March 19, 2018 · Updated May 27, 2019 ·

Breakfast is the most challenging meal to fix because I’m always running out the door.  This 5 minute apple crisp recipe definitely saves the day. It’s so delicious and is our family’s favorite. The tasty delight is fiber rich with fruit and tasty butter. If you didn’t know, butter is  great for brain development! Often…

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Spinach Egg Sandwich

March 16, 2018 · Updated August 1, 2018 ·

We add spinach to everything. From smoothies, dinner dishes, and sandwiches it’s one of my favorite veggies to sneak in. My son recently participated in some fun activities involving leprechauns for St. Patrick’s Day at school. My old spinach egg sandwich trick came to mind. This is a super easy way to include vegetables in…

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3 Ingredient Veggie Cheese Crisps

February 26, 2018 · Updated May 27, 2019 ·

Cheese Crisps

My kids love anything savory. Crackers, chips you name it, it’s their favorite snack. They probably get it from me because it’s my weakness too. I mean who can resist a bag of chips right?  I decided to create my version and came up with this 3 Ingredient veggie cheese crisps recipe! You surely can’t…

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Lunch, Snacks, Uncategorized

Cheesy Potato Balls

February 7, 2018 · Updated February 21, 2019 ·

Potatoes and crunch. That’s what this cheesy potato balls recipe is all about.  Every so often, I get cravings.  Who am I kidding, I would say I crave something daily. Being that my favorite Cuban bakery is way to far to visit, I created the closest thing to Cuban potato balls I could with the…

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Dinner, Lunch, Popular Recipes, Snacks, Uncategorized

Christmas Tree Pizzas

December 6, 2017 · Updated August 1, 2018 ·

I’ve never met a child who didn’t like pizza, let alone a cute one. Tis ‘the season for all things holidays! This Christmas Tree Pizzas recipe is fun for both kids and parents to make. It takes a minimum of 2 ingredients and whatever other toppings you would like to add. One serving also has…

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Mummy Egg Boats

October 28, 2017 · Updated August 1, 2018 ·

Eggs are a staple at our house  for breakfast. It’s so versatile and packs some great nutrients if served in moderation. Recently, my kids have turned away from it. I’ve coined it an “egg strike.” When this happens I pair their favorites with the food they dislike. They could probably eat their weight of bread.,…

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No Cook Veggie Marinara Dip

May 18, 2017 · Updated August 1, 2018 ·

The art of dipping. I think my three-year old could win a medal if dipping t was a sport. He, like so many other kids,  loves to dip everything and anything into anything and everything. Why not make their dipping sauce a bit more healthy and veggie packed? This no cook veggie marinara is especially…

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Lunch, Popular Recipes, Snacks, Uncategorized

Healthy Chocolate Ice Cream

March 20, 2017 ·

I love chocolate. I’m not going to lie, to me it’s the best thing since sliced bread. While we do have the occasional real ice cream treat, it’s always nice to eat something guilt free. It’s also nice to be able to share something with both my kids without thinking about the sugar content and what’s…

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Breakfast, Dessert, Uncategorized

Lakeshore Learning Toys

March 17, 2017 · Updated September 14, 2020 ·

If you’ve followed us for a while on Instagram stories, you know I do a lot of activities besides cooking. By popular demand, I’ll be posting more of our activities on my blog. Finding toys that are both fun and educational are hard to find.I recently discovered the store Lakeshore Learning, and boy will you…

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French Toast Roll Ups

March 13, 2017 · Updated May 11, 2019 ·

I’ve made something like these French toast roll ups in the past with other ingredients. This version this includes ones that are more ready available. You’ll probably find what you need in your refrigerator now. It’s a great way to make a meal more fun for the kids and packs in protein and fruit. The…

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Hidden Veggie Egg Salad

February 24, 2017 · Updated August 1, 2018 ·

Veggies. These fiber rich foods are oh so good for you, but oh so hard to get your kids to eat it. At least that’s what I gather from the dozens of messages I get from all of you. If you’ve followed my blog or social media you’ll see I try to offer my kids…

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Turkey Apple Crescent Rolls

October 9, 2016 · Updated September 14, 2020 ·

Lunch time is the most hectic part of our day. We’re often just getting home from a play date, work, or some kind of activity. If you have 15 minutes however, you can make this! It’s not as fast as an old fashioned sandwich, but the oven does all the work for you. These turkey…

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