Recipes
Top-Your-Own Oatmeal Board
Did you know that January is National Oatmeal Month? It’s a perfect family-friendly breakfast, because everyone can add their own mix-ins and toppings. You can even make it in the slow cooker overnight for an easy weekday breakfast. We love this version from ....
Sober Over the Holidays: Advice from Melissa Urban, Founder of Whole30
Skipping the booze at Thanksgiving and the parties and family gatherings that follow isn’t always easy—but always worth it if that’s your priority. Whatever your reason—from pregnancy to alcohol dependence to simple preference—for wanting to stay sober, some...
DIY Simmer Pot Holiday Home Fragrance!
Before your next holiday dinner, put a pot of this DIY home fragrance on your stove. It’ll instantly fill your house with warmth and joy, with none of the chemicals or fake fragrances you’ll find in some plug-ins or candles. Thank you to our contributor Kathleen...
The Night Before Christmas Ice Cream Sandwich Cookies
These festive ice cream sandwiches are perfect for a Christmas party—or as a new spin on milk & cookies for Santa. Thank you to Katie, the mom and recipe creator behind Witten Kitchen, for sharing! The Night Before Christmas Cookie Sandwich INGREDIENTS...
Fallen Apple Cocktail!
Want to sip on something more festive this season than a Cab? Try mixing up this Fall cocktail. It uses cinnamon sticks, fresh apples and Tito’s vodka – an instant classic. Cheers to Fall! Fallen Apple Ingredients 2oz Tito’s...
Pumpkin Chili
This pumpkin chili recipe from Chef Debra Ponzek is a classic fall dish, full of seasonal flavors like pumpkin and butternut squash. Like all chilis, it’s versatile and can be made ahead and frozen, making it a go-to for busy autumn nights. Pumpkin Chili Serves 6 4...
Spiced Mulled Wine!
Deb Ponzek is a mom, chef/restauranteur and author of several popular cookbooks including The Dinner Survival Cookbook and The Family Kitchen. This week she’s sharing her go-to fall cocktail for entertaining—an easy mulled wine perfect for sharing with...
Spooky Snack Mix
Halloween is almost here and we’re adding this Spooky Snack Mix from The BakerMama to our shortlist of fun treats to make. It has all the things we love in a holiday snack—sweet, salty, festive and a healthy dose of nostalgia. Maegan, the talented mom behind The...
Maple Pumpkin Pecan Muffins
These Maple Pumpkin Pecan Muffins are full of Fall flavor. Bake up a batch on the weekend to serve all week long as a grab-and-go breakfast! Thank you to our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore for sharing. Go to kathleenashmore.com to find all her recipes or follow her...
End of Summer Cocktail: Grilled Peach & Bourbon Smash
Because September is still an awesome time for outdoor BBQ's and gatherings. Cheers to the last few weeks of summer with this Grilled Peach & Bourbon Smash cocktail from Camp Cocktails : Easy, Fun, and Delicious Drinks for the Great Outdoors. Mixologist,...
Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies
Cookies for breakfast? Why not, when they’re filled with fiber and protein-rich almond flour and free of added sugars like these. This recipe from our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore is a perfect “Back to School” choice—make them on a Sunday for...
Summer Fun: Make a S’Mores Board!
There’s still a little bit of summer left, Labor day counts, right? So why not make the most of it with a S’Mores Board! We love the version pictured above from The BakerMama (she is the authority on boards of all kinds, of course!). Below, some suggestions for...
Recipe: Cucumber Mint Sangria!
Our Friend Carolyn with The Cozy Food Feed has a FABULOUS recipe for Cucumber Mint Sangria… and it has no added sugar! We love how refreshing it is for summer! Check the recipe below to make one pitcher! INGREDIENTS 2/3 fresh cucumber, sliced into 1/2 inch slices 1...
Summer Citrus Salad Recipe!
This recipe from sisters Barbara and Carolina of Host to Perfection is, well, close to perfection. On hot summer nights, we’re always looking for recipes that don’t require us to turn on an oven—and this Summer Citrus Salad hits the spot. A nice alternative to a green...
Easy Weeknight Recipe: Baked Chicken Nuggets!
Summer is officially underway, and we’re all about easy, kid-friendly meals that can be whipped up quickly after a day of camp or pool. These baked chicken nuggets take just about 20 minutes to come together, and can be made with gluten-free breadcrumbs for food...
Simple 4th of July Recipes
Need some ideas for your 4th of July menu? These options include something for everyone, from festive cocktails to savory sides to patriotic snack mix! Enjoy and have a fabulous time celebrating everything red, white and blue! Drinks Watermelon Mojito from Barefoot...
Easy Summer Cocktail: Pineapple, Lime, and Mint Sparkler!
Thank you to The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano of From Scratch with Maria for sharing this delicious recipe! It’s really the perfect summer sip—refreshing, special, and able to be prepped ahead of time. Make a batch of the mint simple syrup on Sunday...
4th of July Popsicles!
Celebrate the 4th of July with these festive red, white and blue popsicles! Not only are they adorable, but they’re made with protein-packed green yogurt and fiber rich blueberries and strawberries. Thank you to Sound Shore Moms for sharing! What you’ll need: Greek...
Super Bowl Football Board Tips- The BakerMama
Super Bowl eats are known for being heavy—cheesy dips, fried wings, and rib-sticking chili. And we’re all about comfort food, but we also love to serve a little something green to go along with it. That way, there’s something for everyone, from kids to adults,...
Pumpkin Turkey Chili!
Try this Pumpkin Turkey Chili from contributor Kate Bowler of Domestikatedlife!