Vegetable Stir Fry This stir fry is one of our favorite family dinners and here’s why: It’s so easy to prep the veggies ahead, you can pair it with any rice you want, and the easy teriyaki sauce pulls it all together with kid-friendly flavor. We love to add tofu for protein and to let the kids decide if they want it with the components separated out or all mixed together....
Meal planning can be hard. And grocery shopping without a plan can be disastrous. Let me help! Tuesday Idaho Finger Steaks Wednesday Copycat Costco Mac and Cheese Thursday Amazing Sausage and Rice Casserole Friday French Onion Pork Chops Bonus M&M Cookies Having a meal plan makes life so much easier. So we have thoughtfully put together a curated menu of 5 amazing dinner recipes each week so you don’t have to plan....
We’ve compiled this list of great brown rice dishes to show you just how versatile your favorite whole grain can be, whether you’re looking for mains or side dishes. You’ll find cozy soups, healthy sides, hearty casseroles, easy one skillet dinners, and so much more in this brown rice recipes list! Cook your way through all of these great brown rice recipes, so you’ll never have to wonder “how to cook brown rice?...
Give your cooking routine a makeover with these Saturday Night Dinner Ideas! With a few simple ingredients, little prep time, and minimal effort in the kitchen, you can enjoy mouthwatering dishes without any of the hassle. We’ve got all kinds of recipes that are perfect for special occasions like date nights or hanging out with friends and family. Get ready to serve up some serious flavor this weekend! Saturday Night Dinner Ideas: 1....
These Banana Pecan Waffles were inspired by some Paul and I had years ago at our favorite breakfast place. They were our favorite thing to order, but then of course we had kids and moved and our Saturday morning breakfasts out changed. So I started making our favorite banana pecan waffles at home! This recipe combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with the crispy texture of Belgian waffles, making them a great recipe for any occasion....
Our family loves to visit Costa Rica and every time we go we make sure to enjoy plenty of the tropical drinks that are ubiquitous in the country. Paul lived in Costa Rica for two years and his very favorite tropical drink is bananas con leche. It’s basically a lot like an orange julius except banana flavored instead of orange. Bananas con Leche, or basically a banana milkshake (except without ice cream) or smoothie goes by several names in Costa Rica – including Bananas con Leche, Batido de Plátano, and Leche con Plátano – and it is made in minutes with just a few simple ingredients....
You will love this Homemade Blueberry Pie Blueberry pies often grace the table around the holidays and all summer long. It’s one of those traditional pies that ranks right up there with fresh baked apple pie. Especially around patriotic holidays like the Fourth of July. The real trick to making the best blueberry pie though is getting that filling just right. It can be hard finding a blueberry pie recipe that is not runny, or avoiding the other extreme of adding too much thickener and getting a gummy filling....
Puffs, and the pixie dust-like debris that they leave behind, seem to be a rite of passage for babies and toddlers of this generation. They are easy for little fingers to pick up once the pincer grasp is mastered, come in vibrant colors and fun shapes, and are a super easy baby snack to take on the go. Plus, they dissolve easily in baby’s mouth, making them a good early baby finger food with a low risk for choking....
I took inspiration from my beloved Yogurt Muffins and turned them into this easy snack cake—because it’s easy, delicious, and a fun way to tweak the idea into a whole new dish to share. I love this tender cake for brunch, breakfast, or snack. It’s like a blueberry-version of coffee cake, with extra deliciousness from a hit of lemon. This recipe uses a whole cup of plain yogurt for moisture and has a generous sprinkle of berries on top for flavor....
When I was researching foods that Missouri is famous for as part of my American Eats series, I learned that Jack Stack BBQ is one of the most popular places to get brisket burnt ends in the Kansas City area. While looking at their site and browsing their menu (as one does), I noticed their cheesy corn bake and was immediately intrigued. Turns out it is one of their most popular side dishes and I couldn’t not try it at home when making our Kansas City bbq....
I have been making homemade Christmas candies ever since I was a young girl, but these have to be one of the simplest homemade candy recipes in my repertoire. The filling is easily made in one bowl in just a few minutes and perfectly chewy and sweet. Dipping the coconut centers into melted chocolate is the hardest part of making these coconut truffles, but even that is pretty easy once you get the hang of it and it’s so much fun!...
Chocolate Cut Out Sugar Cookies Chocolate Cut Out Sugar Cookies are perfect for any holiday because all you need are some cookie cutters, frosting and sprinkles or candy and you have a fun, festive, holiday-themed treat! The centers stay soft and tender, the edges get just barely crisp, and the cookies don’t lose their shape as they bake. These cookies though… Really, I was going to save these chocolate cut out sugar cookies and post them during December when everybody goes crazy for cookies....
When you are in a lunch rut, I’ve got plenty of delicious ideas for you to try! Some of our other favorites are Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas or BBQ Chicken Cobb Salad, which is another great way to use up leftover hard-boiled eggs! When I was a kid, it was so not cool to take egg salad sandwiches in your lunch. But did I care? Not a bit. It was ALWAYS my top choice for a sack lunch, probably because I never have been a big fan of PB&J....
Babies start to be able to eat so many more finger foods at the 9 month mark, which continues towards 12 months and after. And it’s normal for them to start eating more solid foods and continue to explore textures. Which means that it’s a great time to start to have more regular meal times, even if you’re still adding meals to the feeding schedule with bottles of formula or breastmilk, or breastfeeding....
BBQ Brisket Sandwiches have a rich history, deeply embedded in traditional American cuisine. Originating from the wonderful culinary melting pot of New Orleans, these sandwiches combine the smoky flavor of BBQ brisket with the crunchy texture of coleslaw, all wrapped in soft hamburger buns. Smoked Beef Brisket is one of our favorite recipes to make for family gatherings, but we love our Oven BBQ Beef Brisket almost just as well....
Beet Hummus I love to add veggies to all sorts of foods, including hummus. And blending a few beets into homemade hummus is a seriously fun way to perk up lunch and snack time with a colorful food that the kids will get a big kick out of. This can be a fun way to serve up hummus and/or beets to kids who haven’t loved them in the past by emphasizing the unexpected color on their plates....
I grew up eating my mom’s Classic Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe every year at holidays and other special occasions, but it was too much work for a regular weeknight. Enter this Chicken Cordon Bleu in casserole form! It’s so delicious, it was just meant to be. I also love an easy chicken casserole on busy weeknights when the kids have piano or swim and I know they will be hungry....
We love corn muffins alongside soup, stews, and chili—or warmed with eggs in the morning and even on their own as a toddler snack. I particularly love this recipe because, in addition to being delicious, each muffin is filled with nutrition, too. I love this muffin recipe for kids since it’s a nice option for kids with egg or dairy allergies or intolerances—or for when you’ve simply run out of eggs....
Crockpot candy has that irresistible combination of sweet and salty peanuts and chocolate. And the texture is so crunchy and satisfying! This recipe makes a LOT of candy. Which is perfect because we are usually making this to giveaway during Christmas time. But you can always just make a half batch if you are planning on eating most of these yourselves over the holiday season. Planning a day to make Christmas candy with the family?...
Do you crave creamy, soft, crumbly cheeses to go atop your tacos and salads? Or maybe to smear over a crusty piece of toast? Are you dreaming of a vegan version of queso fresco? Well I’ve got just the recipe for you! For those of you who might not have encountered queso fresco before, it is a soft and mild tasting fresh cheese from, you-guessed-it, Mexico. It’s a bit reminiscent of feta, goat cheese, ricotta, or paneer....
