Easy Valentines’ Brookies
What is a Bookie? A Brookie is a combo of a brown and a cookie. They. Are. Delicious. Today I found out I had to make Valentine’s treat for M’s class. We have been so… (Read More)
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Date Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie
This smoothie has become one of my new favorite breakfast meals. I love the combo of the banana, dates, and oats. There’s something about the combo of dates and oats. It kind of reminds me… (Read More)
White Bean Chunky Olive Hummus
Both of my girls love hummus! Especially the chunky olive hummus from Trader Joe’s. Over the weekend I attempted to recreate this yummy dip. Instead of chickpeas I opted for white beans and used two… (Read More)
Mini-Pumpkin Kiddie Snack
I originally posted this snack last year, but it was such a cute idea I couldn’t resist posting it again. Last year M took her very first field trip with her preschool to a pumpkin… (Read More)
Football Food: Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
Okay… before you click off my screen, just hear me out. I know the words “Vegan” & “Football” don’t exactly mesh together, but trust me on this. Stuffed mushrooms are a classic appetizer. We have… (Read More)
Pistachio Artichoke Hummus
Several weeks ago I met up with a friend I hadn’t seen in over eight years. I love when friends I haven’t seen in ages feels like it was just yesterday when I last saw… (Read More)
Cucumber Hummus Boats
I was initially going to call these a kiddie snack, and while my kid’s do love this snack, I love it with a little kalamata olives and feta cheese on top. But, before I continue,… (Read More)
Snack Bar Strategy for Healthy Toddler Snacking
Is snack time a tug of war with your finicky toddler? Does he want cheesy crackers for snack while you offer up carrots and dip? Two of the most common questions I’m asked as a… (Read More)
Honey-Cinnamon Sunflower Butter
I am really, really late when it comes to the nut butter making party. Growing up, peanut butter & jelly was (and still is) one of my favorite sandwiches. It’s no surprise that it’s become… (Read More)
Ten Ways To Add Fruits & Veggies To Your Kid’s Lunch Box
Getting our kid’s to eat fruits & veggies can at times, be a challenge. I’m finding the older M gets, the harder it is for her to eat whatever I put in front of her…. (Read More)
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