Pasta salad is one of the best things you can bring to a potluck. It’s versatile, kids love it and you can serve it alongside proteins like grilled chicken or burgers. Creamy pasta salads, like those that have mayonnaise are yummy but also risky since they need to stay chilled. This is a great summer […]
14 Protein-Packed Back to School Breakfast & Lunch Ideas for Kids
With three school-aged kids and a toddler, I do not have time for fancy meal prep in the morning. I have just a few minutes to whip up breakfast, throw together lunches, and get everyone in the car (hoping they all remembered to brush their teeth!) When it comes to preparing breakfasts and lunches for […]
Encouraging Kids to Make the Most Nutritious Food Choices
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyMilkMyWay #CollectiveBias. I am working with The National Milk Life Campaign. “Do you want to grow up big and strong? Finish your milk!” I can say with honesty that I didn’t have the best nutrition growing up. Too […]
Hearty Bean and Lentil Soup Recipe
Let’s be honest. Lentils don’t make for the prettiest soup. They often look dark and unappetizing, making most kids turn up their noses at dinner. This lentil and bean soup is something different entirely though because it not only tastes delicious, it’s also lovely to look at and appealing for everyone. I hope that you’ll […]
Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Potato Soup Recipe
Guilt-Free Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Potato Soup Recipe Last week we had our first hint of fall here in Southern California. Temperatures dropped from the high 90s and we were blessed with several cool days. I struggle to cook in the summer months because it’s just so darned hot in my little house without […]
Perfect Picnic Potluck Slow Cooker Baked Beans Recipe
Need a perfect side dish to take with you to a potluck? How about an easy side dish that you can put together quickly and then leave to cook on its own? Something cheap and that everyone will love? Of course, we all want those kind of dishes and this baked beans recipe fits the bill! And […]