As a child, every Halloween my mother and I would make popcorn balls to give out to children who came to the house and to snack on during the long walks from neighbor to neighbor. It was something that was simple, but I looked forward to it every year and it is a tradition that I have held on to … [Read more...]
Make Spooky Spider Cupcakes with Your Kids
September 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
It's only September 30, but my kids are already in full Halloween mode. They've been begging to decorate for over a week and I'm given daily updates as to what costumes they want for the big day. I'd be less than honest if I said that I didn't share in their enthusiasm. I LOVE Halloween and everything … [Read more...]
A Chili Compromise with an All-Time Favorite
September 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
With cooler weather here, I start to want classic favorites like soups and roasts. I, like most adults, like these meals, because they're cozy, warm and just hit the spot when there's a chill in the air. It's wholesome, delicious comfort food. The comfort quickly turns to drama when my kids happen … [Read more...]
Drink Recipes: Kid-Friendly Apple Cider Drinks
September 21, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Over the weekend, the hubz and I packed up our little monkeys and toured a local orchard. Other than the slight sprinkle for about 20 minutes, the trip was a great success. The kids loved seeing how apples grew and were harvested. Although, three small children, plus one big ladder, equals absolutely … [Read more...]
Yummy! Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Pie Recipe
September 14, 2010 By 6 Comments
Fall is here and with it comes party after party. Not only are there a whole cornucopia of holidays, but in my family, we celebrate a handful of birthdays in October, too. The get-togethers are fabulous, but the dessert menu can get tired pretty quickly if you don't change it up a bit. One thing I … [Read more...]
Pizzagna: A Family-Favorite Recipe for Kids
September 7, 2010 By 1 Comment
My family is a pizza family. There’s no doubt about it. We all love it, but five people can’t live on pizza alone. After a while, it gets old and you need a fresh take. I love making casseroles, because they’re relatively easy to put together and a mom can hide healthy stuff like veggies amongst … [Read more...]
Oreo Pizza Dessert Recipe
August 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Everyone has their personal preference when it comes to Oreo-munching techniques. Some folks are die-hard cream first fans, while others think that anything less than the whole cookie dipped in milk is an abomination. No matter what side of the fence you’re on, you can agree, they’re chocolatey and … [Read more...]
Mocktail Recipes for the Pregnant Mom
July 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When you’re pregnant, alcoholic beverages are off-limits. And even if you’re not someone who enjoys a cocktail very often, you can feel a little left out at parties and social situations. During each of my pregnancies, special occasions came and went, and as my friends and family gushed over the … [Read more...]
Healthy Recipes for Kids: Encourage Your Picky Eater
July 23, 2010 By 32 Comments
My kids are picky about food. They each have their favorites, and if I ask what they want I know what they’re going to say. My oldest will immediately insists on chicken nuggets and French fries, my middle-child shouts “PIZZA!” and even though my youngest has an extremely limited vocabulary, he … [Read more...]
