A healthy afternoon snack is an absolute must at our house every day. And one of my toddler’s (and my) favorites are Baked Sweet Potato Chips. [Recipe Updated 11/7/19, originally posted 10/9/18]: To get away from the usual goldfish or pretzel snack, I’m baking these yummy healthy Baked Sweet Potato Chips for my kiddos this…
Tuna, White Bean and Parsley Salad (5 minute meal)
My version of the classic Tuna, White Bean and Parsley Salad is a flavor packed 5-minute, 5-ingredient meal that will take your taste buds to central Italy. {Post updated 11/3/19, originally posted 9/18/17}: I’ve been really into 5 minute lunches for most of the year due to our at home therapy schedule. The way it…
Cinnamon Butternut Squash Smoothie
Butternut squash is such a versatile veggie! And one of my kids and husband’s favorite ways to enjoy it is in this Cinnamon Butternut Squash Smoothie. [Recipe updated 1/26/19] I’ve been making this smoothie for a long time and it’s still very much a favorite in my house! Over time I’ve made minor tweaks with…
Fa-BOO-Lous Chex Mix
Need a last minute crowd pleasing Halloween party snack, how about our favorite Fa-BOO-Lous Chex Mix. Easy to make but hard to stop eating. [Recipe updated 10/20/18, originally posted in 10/24/16]: As an update to this 2017 post, even though Halloween was not my favorite holiday, that has quickly changed with kids. Both my kiddos…
Slow Cooker Chicken and Bean Chili
Chili doesn’t always have to be made with beef. My Slow Cooker Chicken and Bean Chili is a delicious twist on classic favorite that is healthy, delicious, and takes 10 minutes to prepare! [Post Updated 10/15/19, Original 8/28/17]: We have been totally rocking the “cozy meals” lately. WIth the fall chill in the air and…
Chewy Oatmeal Scotchies
Fall to us means the start of baking season! And we kicked it off this year with fun new cookie that has become a keeper Chewy Oatmeal Scotchies! Fall is finally here with the right chilly weather, the beautiful colors and that cozy feel. The hubs and I are going through a bit of a…
Slow Cooker Cinnamon Apple Butter
‘Tis apple season and nothing helps us get into the fall spirit like this insanely delicious Slow Cooker Cinnamon Apple Butter. [Recipe Updated 10/8/19, orginally posted 10/2/18]: Both kids are sick, so no therapy today. This literally NEVER HAPPENS! My mission: enjoy the house to ourselves, relax with the girls and use up my orchard…
Cinnamon Carrot Applesauce
October is apple season in Minnesota which means applesauce! This time I’m excited to share a twist on an old classic with my Cinnamon Carrot Applesauce. [Recipe Updated 10/2/19, original 10/24/17]:Having recently loaded up on apples at the orchard, applesauce was definitely on the menu! I love this recipe because it’s a really easy way…
Spicy Tomato Sauce with Lentils
Spicy Tomato Sauce with Lentils is a one-pot wonder that is hearty, healthy, and perfect for a weeknight meal. It’s been a good week. And it’s been a while since I have said that. But I finally feel like we are more in a groove and at least personally I am back to my old…
Pear Clafoutis and Another Birthday
Another birthday means another chance to enjoy a sweet treat. For my 31st birthday, I’m celebrating with a super simple french delight – a Pear Clafoutis. [Post Updated 9/24/19, original post 9/28/17]: One thing that is really great about having a blog is looking back/ It’s sort of like keeping a journal with lots of…