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Raspberry Lime Coconut Crusher: Vacation in a Glass!

March 26, 2018 By Heidi Rega 1 Comment

Dreaming of kick-back beach days? Bring the vacation to you with this INCREDIBLE cocktail recipe for a Raspberry Lime Coconut Crusher! It's dreamy, drool-worthy and the perfect summer escape you need--all in one delicious drink that will whisk you away, mama!

If you listen closely, you’ll hear waves lapping at the shore. In the distance a gull cries out. The sun warms your shoulders while a light breeze keeps the temperature in check. A friendly attendant makes his rounds and asks if you’d like another Raspberry Lime Coconut Crusher. With nowhere to go, and only more relaxing on […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Recipes, Summer

One Pan Easter Breakfast Casserole

March 16, 2018 By Heidi Rega 6 Comments

Looking for quick, delicious and filling brunch recipe? This one-pan Easter breakfast casserole is a win! Toss it together easily and then hop back in on the Easter morning fun with your family! And make sure to check out the genius shortcuts to save even more time!

On Easter morning, the kiddos are up early, they’re happy, they’re hunting for eggs, and then suddenly–they’re ravenously hungry and begging for candy because they just can’t wait another second for breakfast! Maybe you’re hosting the in-laws, too, so the pressure is really on. Now you’re faced with the choice of missing the action to […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Easter, Recipes

5 Ways to Add Asian Flavor to Your Everyday

February 20, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

Looking to spice up your family's weekly meals and bites? Here are 5 genius ways to add Asian flavor to your day-to-day! Inspired and money-saving ideas you'll love!

This post about Asian Flavor Inspiration was sponsored by Ling Ling, all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Since discovering Ling Ling Asian Food, we’ve not only whipped up our new favorite recipe for Veggie Rice Tortilla Bites, we’ve delighted in adding Asian flavor to many of our weekly meals and bites. Since this […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Homemaking, Recipes

End of the Rainbow St. Patrick’s Day Pancakes

February 16, 2018 By Heidi Rega 1 Comment

Looking for a perfect, easy St. Patrick's Day treat? These End of the Rainbow St. Patrick's Day Pancakes are a HUGE hit with the whole family--and so easy and fun! The perfect breakfast treat!

I want my kiddo to look back and remember a fun, celebration-filled childhood. One with lots of seemingly impromptu festivities to mark all of life’s little milestones and holidays. The problem I keep running into is that all of that festive fun takes lots of time, and as moms, time is a commodity typically in short supply! I’m […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Holidays, Recipes, Young Kids

3-Step Chinese New Year Appetizer Your Kids Will Love!

February 8, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

It's time to celebrate the Chinese New Year! You MUST try this kid-friendly, easy, quick, Chinese New Year appetizer recipe full of veggies and fresh mango--a delicious treat for your appetite and your family-friendly celebration! These veggie rice tortilla bites are amazing--check out the adaptations too and make them perfect for YOUR family!

***This post about a family-friendly Chinese New Year appetizer was sponsored by Ling Ling; all opinions expressed in my post are my own.*** Last year my son’s second-grade class enjoyed a very cool celebration of The Chinese New Year, and this has now lead to both of my children being so taken with this holiday! […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Holidays, Recipes

Kid-Friendly Football Party Cracker Stacker Bar

January 10, 2018 By Heidi Rega 8 Comments

This DIY Cracker Stacker Bar is genius for your Super Bowl party! The brilliance is that it's perfect for young kiddos and adults alike--check out why it's so sweet, along with all the how-to you need, and get ready to enjoy this genius party hit idea! Score!

The Big Game comes with big appetites, even for the little ones in the house. While some of the grown up favorites might be a fit for the smaller ones in the group, others (like spicy buffalo wings and jalapeno-heavy nachos) might leave the kiddos feeling left out. As our crew grew beyond baby snacks, they […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Homemaking, Recipes, Young Kids

Snickerdoodle Quick Bread

December 19, 2017 By Heidi Rega 1 Comment

Looking for the perfect last minute holiday gift or need a special breakfast side or afternoon tea snack? No worries! Try this easy=peasy Snickerdoodle Quick Bread and win all the appetites you are feeding! Score!

‘Tis the season for houseguests, gatherings, impromptu gift-giving, and cozy weekends spent snuggling by the fire. It’s a time of year when turning on the oven doesn’t feel like a chore and invites to gatherings flow. But, what to bring to those endless get-togethers that won’t take hours to prepare? Is there something quick and […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Cooking, Gifts, Recipes

4 Genius Tips to Becoming a Batch Cooking Pro!

December 8, 2017 By Heidi Rega 1 Comment

Batch cooking is genius! Such a smart way to cut out prep time for your nightly meals while still putting something hot and homemade on the table. Allows family mealtime to be so flexible too! Grab these smart hacks to make your batch cooking efforts a total success!

The weeks I meal plan, I feel on top of the world. When I batch cook, that feeling is multiplied a thousand times. It feels like nothing can touch my domestic prowess, and I might even brag a little! Knowing that I can pull a quick and healthy meal together in no time because I have batches […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Homemaking, Organization, Recipes

DIY Soup Bar: A Party Hit!

November 10, 2017 By Heidi Rega 2 Comments

Looking for your next hostessing win? This DIY soup bar is genius! All guests love it and its SO EASY!! Love this fab add-in ingredient idea!

That chill in the air is here to stay, and with it comes rumbly tummies, and bodies needing warming. In our house, reaching for a can of soup is usually met with a chorus of groans and eye rolls, and half of the time, we’re hungry an hour later. While it may taste fine, it’s generally lackluster, […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Homemaking, Recipes

Honey Apple Cranberry Tart

October 13, 2017 By Heidi Rega 2 Comments

Need a perfect go-to fall dessert? This Honey Apple Cranberry Tart is the perfect recipe for the win! Check out this easy, family-friendly healthy recipe and get ready to wow!

I’m a firm believer that we should all be armed with a few solid, go-to recipes. Recipes you can whip up with your eyes closed that seem far more complex than they actually are. Good quality ingredients don’t need much fuss to morph into a drool-worthy dish, and that’s good news for us moms who […]

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