DIY Easter Basket

Posted by on March 16, 2021

Spring is only a few days away, and it has me ready for Easter, DIYing and outdoor activities! Since I’ve rarely been going out this past year, I’ve been more aware of buying activities for the kids that they can do at home instead of just the usual toys or trinkets. So this spring, the read more »

Back-to-School 3-Ingredient Bagels

Back-to-School 3-Ingredient Bagels

Posted by on July 28, 2020

Every fall, our school welcomes back students with a fun event: Books & Bagels. The kids can each invite a parent, grandparent or other special guest to the classroom for breakfast – a beautiful little buffet of bagels, cream cheese, and fruit – and everyone finds a spot to sit down and curl up with read more »

Enjoy Breakfast for Dinner

Enjoy Breakfast for Dinner

Posted by on April 3, 2020

My kids absolutely love breakfast for dinner, so I try to throw it in the menu at least once a week. Some of my kids’ favorite recipes are: Simply Salsa Egg Cups. These delicious egg cups are packed with protein and veggies! You can decide to make them ahead or serve immediately; the choice is read more »

Mother's Day Breakfast Casserole

Mother’s Day Breakfast Casserole

Posted by on May 5, 2016

Happy Mother’s Day! Mother’s Day at my house is full of good food cooked by my hubby, shoe shopping and hanging out with our kiddo. Don’t get me wrong, I do love cooking and being in the kitchen, but sometimes it’s just nice to have someone else do it for you … even if it read more »

Cinnamon Muffin Melts

Cinnamon Muffin Melts

Posted by on March 5, 2015

Psst … I have a secret about how you can be the BEST auntie (or uncle) in the whole wide world. Want to hear more? I have six nieces and nephews and out of everything I have ever made for them (which is a lot of things), Cinnamon Muffin Melts are the #1 fave. Followed closely by Dill read more »

Perfectly Potato Cheddar Quiche

Perfectly Potato Cheddar Quiche

Posted by on May 5, 2014

There’s something about a hot breakfast, isn’t there? The aroma of bacon frying and the realization that you’re about to eat as a family are both warm and cozy thoughts for me.  And I don’t think I’ve ever met a kid who doesn’t like having breakfast for dinner, so whether you’re in the mood for read more »

Freeze-Your-Own Potatoes O'Brien

Freeze-Your-Own Potatoes O’Brien

Posted by on March 11, 2014

So I’ve been getting into this whole freezer meal craze … it turns out I really LIKE having something I can pull out of the freezer on a moment’s notice! It’s always something better than what I could whip up in 20 minutes, and I’ve now trained myself to pull tomorrow’s dinner out of the read more »

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Quiche

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Quiche

Posted by on April 2, 2013

You know the old saying: April showers bring May flowers.  But the busiest wedding months are almost in bloom, too – making this the perfect time to enjoy a different kind of shower. Celebrating the bride-to-be? Or a new baby? Or just feel like getting together with your girlfriends? Make this easy yet elegant quiche for brunch! read more »