As my kids get older and more active in extra curricular activities, family time is more difficult to come by. I believe in making an extra effort to have mealtime together, because after all, mealtime should be family time. I’m partnering with Unilever products to showcase some great recipes that are quick and easy, and […]
Recipes
Recipes and Morning Hacks to Start Your Day Smoothly
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 […]
Strawberry Pina Colada: a Patriotic Mocktail
This post is sponsored by DOLE® Canned 100% Pineapple Juice. With the summer heat I’m longing to be on sandy beaches with the waves crashing onto shore, and a frozen drink in my hand. I’m so sensory oriented, and tastes and smells elicit fond memories for me. I knew I wanted to carry my memories of Hawaii […]
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 […]
Summer Entertaining with Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake Bites & Salame and Olive Cream Cheese Spread
Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Dare Foods TM and Tyson Foods, Inc. The opinions and text are all mine. I love easy, laid-back summer parties! Unlike winter holiday parties where there is so much stress on perfect decor, and big meals, all you need for a perfect summer party is some lawn […]
Slow Cooker Pork with Sundried Tomato EVOO
It’s the last week of school, and I am one tired momma! I’m sure I’m not the only one who is looking for the easiest lunches to slap together, dinners to serve, and shortcuts to get everyone where they need to be. It’s also heating up quite fast, so I’ve turned to my slow cooker […]
Alice Through the Looking Glass Recipes and Printables
Are you “looking” for the perfect weekend activity for the family? What better way to cool off, relax, and enjoy one another’s company than with Disney’s latest flick?! In theaters everywhere, TODAY, you can view Alice Through the Looking Glass! Catch Johnny Depp as Hatter Tarrant Hightopp, Anne Hathaway as Mirana, Helena Bonham Carter as Iracebeth, […]
Peanut Butter and Banana Pudding Pops
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The a2 Milk Company™. All opinions are 100% mine. May seems to be unpredictable when it comes to the weather. You just never know what you’re going to get. We went from chilly rainy days to 90+ degrees just in the past week! I wasn’t […]
Easy Cheese Board for a Romantic Night In
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are entirely my own. Every so often my husband and I are granted a night at home sans kids. While a night out is always exciting and fun, a night in is most cherished. Because I’m usually busy with […]
Skinny Hot Chile and Corn Dip
Get the best of all worlds with this skinny, hot one-skillet dip that will wow a crowd! Skinny Hot Chili and Corn Dip served with fresh veggie dippers really has it all! Warm weather means family gatherings, parties with friends and just sitting by the pool with seriously good food. Most of us appreciate […]