
Recipes
Skinny Cheeseburger Mac
Well, it's January, and we are back on the eating good kick. And easy weeknight dinners are exactly what we need with cold and dreary, busy ball practice nights and full work days. So, making many of our regular dishes in a “skinny” version is the new norm. And...
Lightened-up Salisbury Steak
This lightened-up Salisbury Steak is an easy weeknight night dinner or perfect for Sunday lunch. And, with many of us kicking off our healthy meal plans, this is a great, hearty meal that still keeps us on our plan. School starts back tomorrow for us, so I'm...
Easy Party Meatballs
Do you have a holiday party coming up?? Easy Party Meatballs are a perfect addition to add a little protein to the party menu, especially during the holidays. I LOVE a party. I mean, everything about it makes my 98% extroverted heart happy. I like to use my Hostess...
Chive & Cheddar Jalapeno Breakfast Pull-apart
October always turns into a month where I find myself hosting guests over the weekend. I recently made this Jalapeno Chive and Cheddar Breakfast Pull-apart for a Breakfast Bundt Bar. It was a great way to host a bunch of mamas and have a special breakfast spread....
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili
During the fall months, I like to use pumpkin in as many dishes as possible. I've learned that it can really add a boost of creaminess or increase the fiber content of a meal. Its a great way to thicken up a sauce or add earthy flavors that just seem perfect in the...
Slow Cooker Lightened-Up Corn Chowder
Corn Chowder is one of my favorite menu items to add to my family-friendly October meal plans. This lighter version of Corn Chowder is easy to pull together in the crockpot for a cool evening in the season, when the weather is always changing. It is hearty enough...
A Month of Spooky October Recipes
October is one of my favorite food months for meal planning at home. So I thought I'd share a month of family-friendly October recipes for easy meal planning. I love that we are in full fall mode with the deep flavors of pumpkin, butternut squash, and clove or...
Fun Family Shark Week Activities
Well, it's here…Shark Week. I know it's so silly, but Shark Week is a fun time to throw in more family food memory-making, especially at the end of summer when you're trying to get in all that last-minute summer fun. So, here are some fun ideas for Shark Week...