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Toddler Not Eating You get everyone to the table and bring out the food. Your toddler won’t eat, throws a fit, or fusses. No matter how hard you try, this is often the reality of feeding toddlers. The good news is that a toddler not eating is actually quite normal. The bad news? It’s difficult to know exactly why your toddler isn’t eating—and what exactly you should do about it. But there are simple steps you can take to improve the situation....

I haven’t been able to resist the allure of plump blackberries lately. Not that I try very hard as you know, fruit is good for you and all that. And each little carton of early season blackberries has paid off with the sweetest, most juicy berries! So don’t mind me while I devour all the blackberries I can get my hands on while the season lasts. And no judgment if I enjoy some of those berries via the most delicious chocolate cake!...

It’s morning, you’re hungry, and you’ve got a little extra time on your hands because maybe it’s the weekend. What do you do? You made thick and fluffy chocolate studded pancakes of course! Are there any other options?! I mean, yes. Of course there are. And me, I’m usually team blueberry pancake all the way, but last week the cravings for chocolate chip pancakes hit me hard and I had to indulge them....

I’m feeling a little behind on my blogging game lately. I remember thinking before school started for Clara that once Kindergarten began we would get into a routine and find a rhythm to our days and things would feel a little easier but so far that has not been the case. A big part of that is because Paul & I are deep in the weeds of a major remodeling/landscaping job on both our front and back yards....

I love recipes for kids that use simple ingredients and are also SUPER quick and easy to make and this method for making 2-ingredient baby pancakes totally fits that bill. You just need to stir together the ingredients with a fork to make the simple pancake batter, then cook, and a few minutes later, voila, you have nutritious pancakes for kids. The texture of these baby pancakes for kids is very moist, which makes them a perfect first food for babies—if using the baby-led weaning style of feeding....

From Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers and Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas to Philly Cheesesteak Dip and The BEST Guacamole Recipe Ever, there is something here for everyone to enjoy at your next shindig! Easy Party Appetizers We love to entertain and have friends over to our house often. It seems like there is always a reason for having people over, whether it’s for a party, holiday, or some other event. Whether I’m planning on having company in advance or it’s a last minute thing, these are some of my favorite easy party appetizers for a crowd that I can whip up quickly to have something delicious to share....

So, we bought a house last week! We are super excited about it. The house is in a neighborhood of DC that we love (only a few blocks away from our rental apartment), and we have a yard for the first time ever (as adults)! It’s also been an incredibly busy and stressful time, with only 4 weeks from contract to settlement. Everything has been in high gear and I’m ready for a vacation–or rather, a staycation because I never want to leave our new house!...

The Best Bread Pudding Recipe Not all bread pudding recipes are created equal. Too many result in soggy or bland slices, which is a tragedy since it’s so easy to get right! This is a classic recipe with just the right balance of eggy custard and bread for a dessert that is a real treat. Using our recipe as your base, you can then customize and branch into other flavors by adding dried fruit, more spices, or even chocolate!...

To say we have a s’mores obsession is a bit of an understatement. Don’t miss other popular s’mores-inspired recipes like our S’mores Bars, S’mores Cupcakes, S’mores Snack Mix, S’mores Dip, and a S’mores Cake! These incredible s’mores cookies fill me with nostalgia for camping trips and long summer nights spent around a campfire. They have all the elements of classic s’mores with the gooey, sticky marshmallows, crunchy graham cracker pieces, and lots of melted chocolate....

Sippy Cups for Toddlers Navigating the aisles of toddler and baby gear can feel super daunting, and it often seems impossible to know which sippy cup is best to buy for our kids. There are just SO many options and they all claim to be the “best!” To help, this list will go through the popular styles and materials, my best picks (including spill-proof and spill-resistant options), and the reasons behind each choice....

Weekend breakfasts are something to look forward to, and biscuits and gravy never disappoint! Or maybe indulge in Sourdough Waffles or a Green Chili Egg Casserole. It is honestly so simple and easy to make the most incredible sausage gravy and biscuits that you will never want to order it from a restaurant again. Nothing compares to this homemade sausage gravy recipe and flaky buttermilk biscuits made from scratch!...

Skip the trip to the Mexican restaurant. This pulled pork is so easy and so good that you don’t have any excuse not to make it yourself! Some real magic happens when I put some nice, well marbled pork butt in a crock pot. Some of my favorite dishes are Cuban Mojo, Hawaiian Kalua Pig, and Southwest-style Chile Verde. Today’s carnitas is a staple on menus ranging from authentic Mexican restaurants to big chains like Chipotle....

Classic Vanilla Panna Cotta looks impressive, but it’s really just luxurious simplicity! Whether you’re planning a dinner party or looking for a fabulous finish to a family meal, this creamy, custard-like dessert is as delightful to present and eat as it is easy to make. If it’s your first time making panna cotta, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is. With its silky texture and a hint of sweet vanilla, panna cotta is the perfect make-ahead dessert for any occasion....

Everybody needs a good banana bread recipe in their repertoire for using up those brown-spotted, overripe bananas sitting on the counter. My family’s love of bananas goes in fits and spurts where sometimes I can’t keep up with their demand and other times I end up with bunches of bananas going spotty and brown that need to be used up. Coconut lime glazed banana bread is so different from your more traditional banana bread....

I love brownies in all shapes and sizes! I mean, who doesn’t right? From Butterfinger Brownies, and Fudgy Mint Brownies to Zucchini Brownies, let’s just say we have quite a few brownies floating around here at House of Nash Eats. If you love brownies, make sure you don’t miss our Irresistible Mississippi Mud Brownies, Easy Caramel Pecan Brownies, Gooey Swirled Nutella Brownies, and these triple-decker Slutty Brownies. But one of my favorite brownies ever is from a restaurant in Utah called Kneader’s....

We love easy appetizer dips like this, especially when we have friends coming over. Some of our other favorites are 7 Layer Dip, Trader Joe’s Lentil Bruschetta Feta Dip, and Grilled Mexican Street Corn Dip. This simple, healthy dip is a combination of two of our favorite cuisines: Middle Eastern and Italian. Hummus is a traditional Middle Eastern food that was probably invented in Egypt in the 13th century, although some believe it was first created by the Greeks....

Use it for a filling, a side dish, or the main course. It’s a great easy recipe to have on hand, and it will surely become a family favorite. Chorizo con Papas is a staple in Mexican cuisine, and because it is so versatile, we use it quite a lot. This simple recipe only takes 30 minutes to make, and it uses ingredients that are easy to find. I love to have it for a hearty breakfast with scrambled eggs, wrapped together in warm tortillas and served with fresh fruit and berries....

Green Bean Baby Food Green beans are such a common veggie and one that can be flavored in so many ways that it’s a wonderful option for baby. I love making the puree and offering a whole bean as different texture experiences, so you can choose the one that works best for where you are in your baby-feeding journey. Read on to learn how to make a basic Green Bean Puree, how to serve Green Beans as a BLW food, options for easy baby food combinations with green beans, and tips for green bean finger foods....

I love including vegetarian meals in our meal plan throughout the week, and this easy weeknight dinner is one I’ve been making for years. The lentils and rice cook in about the same time, the dried fruit adds a nice sweetness to the dish, and the cozy spices bring the whole thing together. The base of this recipe is very versatile, though we like it with plain yogurt (or Cucumber Yogurt Sauce), sliced cucumbers, and often some pita chips....

I rely on pasta often for quick and easy family meals, and though I would happily open a jar of sauce and call it a day, my kids go through phases of not loving tomato sauce. (I sometimes wonder about them, ha!) This skillet dinner relies on summer squash and ground beef to add flavor and has a super simple method, too. Pasta with summer squash a great way to make a one pot meal for a family—even if the kids aren’t into one of the components....