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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 […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Recipes

Breast Cancer Cure: Bake It Happen!

October 11, 2017 By Meredith 7 Comments

Looking for a REAL way to support breast cancer research and awareness? I LOVE the effort of Bake It Happen--the most innovative, cool fundraiser I've seen. Baking treats included!

Ever wish you could do something tangible to help tackle cancer? Having a mother who died from this disease five years ago, I know personally what a nasty beast it is, and want to do anything I can to help fight the good fight against it. When I discover an effort that works hard to […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Health, Recipes

6 Breakfast Shortcuts to Master the Morning Rush

September 29, 2017 By Heidi Rega 2 Comments

Busy mornings part of your every day? Try these 6 healthy breakfast shortcuts to cut down on the crazy chaos and start your day off on the right foot! Kid-friendly and delicious, you can't go wrong!

The only thing crazier than sorting the after school and homework routine, is managing to actually leave the house in the morning! Between getting the kids out of bed, dressed, and gathering up last minute items, breakfast time can take a serious hit. We’ve found six tried and true shortcuts to ensure the kids (and […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Organization, Recipes, School

Blender Honey Muffins

September 11, 2017 By Heidi Rega 2 Comments

Fall baking time! These Blender Honey Muffins are an easy, delicious, healthy recipe that will please the whole family! And check out these fun ideas for mix-ins!

It’s here. Even when the sun warms you, you can still feel that little hint of a nip in the air. I am a summer-lover, but always welcome the first hints of the changing season. With fall comes cozy sweaters, snuggles by the fireplace, and back to school. One of my favorite ways to usher […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Recipes

Grilled Tomatoes for the Perfect Summer Side Dish

July 21, 2017 By Meredith 2 Comments

Found! The perfect recipe for grilled tomatoes! Use the fresh crop from your garden and fire up the grill for this perfect family-pleasing side dish! The last touch at the end makes all the difference--love it!

***This post was sponsored by Heluva Good! Cheese® as part of an Influence Central campaign so I could share my grilled tomatoes recipe with you, and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.*** When late summer hits, we are up to our ears with fresh, juicy tomatoes from our garden–yum! While we delight […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Gardening, Recipes, Summer

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