Getting a family of 6 up and going in the morning can be a challenge. Over the years I’ve learned to implement some tricks to keep everyone on task, and to help us get out the door quickly. I feel for the busy family so I’m sharing my recipes and morning hacks to start the…
Plum Breakfast Bars
Every year without any effort or thought, I can count on my plum tree producing an abundance of delicious Santa Rosa Plums. I can almost set my clock by the appearance of my tasty plums. They ripen and are ready to eat right around June 10th! There’s nothing more satisfying than walking out to the yard…
Orange Sweet Rolls
Something I have noticed about memories is that they are often attached to one or more of our senses (smells, sounds, tastes, etc.). What are the holidays without some specific foods or recipes that have become tradition over the years? Tons of memories are created around food and the holidays. For as long as I…
Sausage, Egg and Potato Skillet
After I’ve enjoyed a lovely meal, I don’t enjoy spending a lot of time in the kitchen doing dishes. There will always be dish clearing and whatnot, but my favorite is when I don’t have tons of pots and pans to scrub after dinner. One way to avoid a lot of pots and pans, yet…
Overnight Refrigerator Oatmeal
For a couple of years now, I have heard about Overnight Refrigerator Oatmeal, and finally decided to try it. There are so many recipes, so I decided to make up my own, and I’m pleased with how it turned out. My kids haven’t quite gotten on board with the idea of cold oatmeal, so I…
Orange Cream Donut Holes with TruMoo
This post brought to you by TruMoo. All opinions are 100% mine. During the month of October I like to try a variety of ways to change up our meals, and make them spooky; Not necessarily scary, but I like to go along with the Halloween theme. As I have mentioned many times before, I…
Easy Blackberry Popovers to Spread A Little Sunshine
As part of the Mom It Forward Blogger Network, I am being compensated by Smucker’s Natural Fruit Spreads to help spread awareness about Smucker’s Naturals and their “Spread A Little Sunshine” campaign. All opinions expressed are my own. Red Tart Cherry, Blackberry, Strawberry, Orange Marmalade, Red Raspberry, and Concord Grape Fruit Spreads; Oh the possibilities for…
5 Cooking Tips (and Life Tips) From Master Chef, Luca Manfe
I recently got the opportunity to participate in a live cooking demo and video chat with MasterChef Luca Manfe, as he shared cooking tips, advice and demonstrated how to use the Phillips AirFryer, which I received for review. Plus, I’m sharing an easy recipe for Breakfast Frittata! Luca Manfe was the winner of season 4…
3 Florida Orange Juice Recipes Perfect For Game Day!
I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for the Florida Department of Citrus. I received promotional item to thank me for participating. Get prepared for game day with these 3 unique Florida Orange Juice recipes for pre-game and during game snacking. It’s fall, which means college football is finally…
Italian Basted Eggs on Ciabatta
Breakfast is one of those meals that is often easy to prepare, but frequently overlooked. I miss breakfast all too often, and because of lack of time, I make my kids turn to cereal due to the ease of it. They can make it themselves and clean up is easy. I am always looking for…