What’s the first thing that pops into your head when you think comfort food? For me it’s rich and creamy mac and cheese! I’m a savory gal and would take pasta drowning in cheese over cake any day of the week! This butternut squash version of the original is just as delicious but with half…
SunButter Cinnamon Crunch Powerballs
To all of my nut-free mamas out there, this post is for YOU! I wanted to create a version of my original powerballs that you and your littles could enjoy as well! I replaced peanut butter with SunButter in our original powerball recipe and the end results are incredibly tasty! These little nut-free gems are not only…
Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
I have been dreaming of pumpkin everything for months, glad I can officially start posting! Fall food is my absolute favorite. Give me a pie and I’ll turn into some sort of oats, it’s what I do. Pumpkin pie being my all time favorite. I don’t love all pie but I live for a slice…
Instant Pot Tasty Turkey Chili
The temperatures have dropped a good 20 degrees over the last week in our neck of the woods. Rain, wind and a chill in the air has us welcoming fall with open arms, it is my absolute favorite season of the entire year! Nothing says fall more to me than a hearty bowl of homemade…
Caprese Pasta Salad with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
One of my favorite summer salads is the classic Italian Caprese. Layers of fresh garden tomatoes and creamy buffalo mozzarella sandwiched between fresh basil leaves, then sprinkled with fresh ground pepper and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. To me there is no better combination. Give me Caprese every single day and I’d be happy. I…
Back to School Bento Italian Deli Sandwich
Are you back to school yet? I feel like summer flew by for us. Before we knew it the fun was over and we were back to 7 am alarms and packing bento lunches on the daily! I’ll miss the relaxed summer mornings but I am so glad to be back on a schedule. This year…
Banana Split Protein Smoothie
One of my favorite childhood memories was our annual banana split dinner date night. We waited all summer for it. The week before we went back to school we would hit up our favorite ice cream spot and would pig out! Banana splits all around the table. I remember always leaving with a giant tummy…
S’mores Stuffed Banana Boats
S’mores stuffed banana boats for your weekend… We are headed off to our annual family reunion this weekend! Every year we make the five hour trip to Bear Lake with our entire extended family. It’s our most cherish summer vacation. We camp, hit the lake, golf, hike, bike, potluck and eat all the things! I…
Triple Berry Sundaes with Lemon Cake Ice Cream
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Nothing screams summer more to me than the marriage between lemon and fresh berries. It has to be one of my all time favorite food combinations. I’m always looking for ways to lighten up dessert. My family has a mouth full of sweet teeth and…
My Top Ten Kitchen Must Haves on Amazon
I get asked all the time what my must have kitchen tools and gadgets are. I have a lot, but there are a few I can’t live without. I mean, I could but I wouldn’t want to. I am a loyal Amazon shopper and have been meaning to put up a post of my top…
Summer Grilled Lemon Chicken and Vegetable Soup
No matter the weather, hot or cold, I always crave soup! It warms the heart and soul on even the hottest days, and summer soups are my absolute favorite! With so many fresh vegetables in season and available, the options are endless, plus they are so easy to throw together after a long day playing…
Vegan Smoked Carrot Dogs
Summer is FINALLY here and we are more than ready! I live for warm summer nights, BBQs and dining alfresco! Anything to keep me out of a hot kitchen has my vote. These roasted carrot dogs will be making an appearance on our backyard dining table often. Our whole family LOVED them, with the exception…