We drink a lot of smoothies for kids in our house and over the years, we have tried all sorts of cups–with success and many spills!—and have narrowed down the list of our favorites to just a handful. These smoothie cups and pouches are my top recommendations to make it easy to serve smoothies to kids. Due to the thickness of smoothies, I prefer a cup that’s a little different than what I’d suggest for a kids water bottle....
It’s really amazing how good homemade frozen yogurt can be—and all you have to do is dice up some berries and stir them together with a few other ingredients you might already have on hand! It’s creamy, flavorful, and fresh. This Strawberry Frozen Yogurt is one of those kid-friendly recipes that I’ve been making for years, both for myself, and for my kids. I couldn’t get enough when I was needing refreshing and healthy pregnancy snacks in the summer, and we often share it with friends during backyard dinners in the warmer months....
Healthy Toddler Smoothies One of the best ways to help your toddler and older kids eat more fruits and vegetables is to pack them into smoothies. By starting with one master smoothie recipe and varying it based on what your kids like (and for any food allergy concerns), you can increase the likelihood that they will actually drink it—which is clearly key! This recipe is flexible and versatile. To be completely honest, my oldest has never been a fan of smoothies....
My husband always complains about lemon desserts, which is ridiculous because he actually loves my lemon cookies. When I told him I was going to make lemon ice cream, he quipped “hey, you know what you should do when life gives you lemons? Throw them in the trash.” I did not appreciate his sense of humor. And I went ahead with my plan anyway because his aunt had shared some lemons with me from her tree and his cousin had mentioned this frozen lemon custard recipe to me as one of her favorites....
These sugar cookie bars have a very soft texture thanks to the cake flour and some extra cornstarch and sour cream in the dough. Like a cross between those soft grocery store Lofthouse cookies with the pink frosting and our Coconut Cupcakes. They are a great dessert to make when you don’t have a whole lot of time for dropping or rolling out individual cookies and carefully frosting each one....
Skip the Indian takeout and try this super easy recipe for golden chickpeas and curried cauliflower. This recipe not only packs in the restaurant quality flavor, but, with plenty of inflammation reducing turmeric, it comes with a side of health benefits. With lots of fiber and protein, and some natural fats from the coconut milk, this meal will leave you feeling satiated for hours. My favorite way to eat cauliflower is to roast it (I don’t really understand why people eat raw cauliflower)....
It’s just made in a very unique Hawaiian style. Soft and tender macaroni becomes plump and luscious when drenched in a very unique dressing for hours, so all the delicious flavors absorb into the noodles by the time you serve it… Hawaiian Macaroni Salad is one of my favorites because it’s creamy and packed with savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. It’s the perfect addition to barbecues, summer cookouts, and those festive luaus that Hawaii is famous for....
When it comes to Chinese food, my oldest daughter and I have the same favorite dishes, but our favorite is Hong Kong inspired Honey Walnut Shrimp. And while you can get it at almost all Chinese restaurants or fast-food chains, it’s usually more expensive and often thickly battered and deep fried. I much prefer this easier, lighter version that I can make at home to feed my whole family for about the same price as one serving at a restaurant!...
Blind baking (also called par-baking) a pie crust is easier than it seems, although many people are intimidated by it. There are just a few trips, tricks, and techniques to know that will help you have pie crust success always! One of the things I love about pies is how fun it is to mix and match fillings and crusts! You might also want to know how to make a graham cracker crust as well....
How to Freeze Bananas Usually, by the end of the week, we have a few bananas that are too ripe to eat fresh. I almost always freeze them to use later on to make sure that we put them to good use and don’t waste the perfectly edible food. I’ve been freezing bananas for years and have the very simple process down to a super easy method that you can do too....
How to Freeze Spinach We always keep a stash of frozen spinach on hand to use in everything from smoothies to muffins and soups. It’s an awesome method since you never have to worry about it going bad, there’s always some ready and waiting for you, and the nutrients are locked in at the moment of freezing. Oh: And it’s so crazy easy without any involved steps or processing. You don’t even have to go through the step of blanching....
What is a Dutch Baby? A Dutch baby, also known as a German pancake, is a type of baked pancake or popover that is typically made in a cast-iron skillet or ovenproof pan. It is characterized by its puffy and custard-like texture. Dutch babies are usually served for breakfast or brunch and are often sweet, although savory variations exist. German Pancake Recipe ingredients Scroll down to the recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions....
It’s one of the most common variations of their “donburi”, or rice bowls. If you loved my Tonkatsu recipe, this one takes it to a new level of delicious… Donburi are one of the staples of Japanese cuisine. These rice bowls are topped with protein and vegetables together and served over rice. One example is my popular Teriyaki Chicken Bowl. Donburi bowls are a beloved Japanese comfort food. There are many fast food restaurants specializing in them, and they are a popular quick lunch option....
If you are looking for some great appetizer recipes, be sure to also check out our Crispy Loaded Potato Skins, Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers, and Homemade Mozzarella Sticks. I’m definitely not an expert when it comes to Korean food. In the first place, I’m not from Korea, and to make things worse, I’ve never even been there. But one thing I have learned through my culinary adventures and travel experience is that almost every culture has some form of pancake, whether it’s sweet or savory....
I love having some toddler breakfasts (and breakfast for myself!) ready and waiting in the fridge to ensure we have a healthy start no matter what the morning brings. This is also a great strategy for when you have a new baby in the house, a busy morning ahead, and/or find morning meals to be a challenge. These mango overnight oats with yogurt have protein, healthy fats, fruit, fiber, and vitamin C....
It seems like there are two kinds of people in the world: those who prefer things with nuts and those who don’t. I have always been the type to prefer nuts ever since I was a kid. I love them in brownies, in fudge, in salads and jellos, in my banana bread, and even in main dishes like my macadamia nut crusted mahi-mahi. So it’s unsurprising that maple walnut ice cream was always one of my favorite flavors of ice cream when I was growing up....
Once your sweet baby has started solids, generally has the hang of things, and you’re ready to add in some snacks…it can be hard to know what to offer. This post is here to help! You will find easy baby snacks organized by food group, the best homemade recipes to try, and tips for serving food to this age group to ensure snacks are yummy and easy to eat. Depending on the baby, how much they are nursing or drinking from bottles, and the schedule of your day, you may or may not have time to add in snacks....
If I was to choose an all-time favorite chocolate dessert, these Mississippi Mud Brownies are definitely in the top 5. This Mississippi mud brownies recipe is like a regular brownie except it gets loaded with pecans and coconut, then topped with a marshmallow layer, more chopped pecans, and a soft, gooey fudge frosting. They are so rich and wonderful and they will make you famous with all of your friends and co-workers if you take them a batch....
Looking for more patriotic desserts? Be sure to check out our Red White and Blue Berry Trifle, Red, White, and Blue Bundt Cake, and Patriotic Pretzel Rods! American Flag Pie I have no idea where I first saw the idea for this American flag pie, but it’s all over the internet (although I think it’s possible that King Arthur Flour started it). Some call it Old Glory Pie, some Stars & Stripes Pie, but they are all the same concept: dividing a pie into sections so that one part represents the blue of the American flag while the other part represents the red of the flag, then decorating the top with stripes and stars cut out of pie dough....
Fresh, fast, and so yummy, this Orzo Pasta Salad is a fast vegetarian main dish or side to share with the kids. It’s so versatile, too, and easy to make for a potluck, party, or easy weeknight dinner. I love making this with classic Italian flavors and using small orzo pasta as a fun texture contrast with the fresh vegetables. You can make this ahead of time and serve it up cold or at room temperature, according to your preference....
