Game night is always fun, but it isn’t complete without refreshments. With these easy, healthy family game night snack ideas and finger foods, your family will be begging to get together for game night every night! Having a board game night with the kids is always a lot of fun, but thinking of snacks can…
Sometimes kitchen accidents turn into great things. This is what happened with these banana cornbread muffins. I was dying for some of the best ever cornbread when I realized that I didn’t have any eggs. Gah! This cornbread recipe is so good that I had to find another way to make it. I went searching…
Even though crockpot corned beef and cabbage is not a popular meal in Ireland (it’s true), every year I look forward to making it on Saint Patrick’s Day. Since this meal is technically a New England boiled dinner, it speaks to my Irish-American New England roots. I was born into a loud, crazy Irish-American family….
Cream of Wheat doesn’t have to be boring and bland. I am going to show you what to put in Cream of Wheat to take it from boring to bomb. You will gain new respect for this often forgotten breakfast cereal and you will actually want to eat it in the morning. I promise. Once…
When people think of having a delicious, comforting breakfast, Cream of Wheat is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. This banana Cream of Wheat recipe with honey will change your mind about how you think of this hot cereal. I get tired of eating the same things over and over again so…
I am always looking for good Cream of Wheat recipes to try. On its own, it’s pretty bland. Even just adding milk instead of water and a little cinnamon and sugar (or Splenda, stevia, etc.) will take it to a new level. But what if you want to be even more creative with your breakfast…
Do you ever cook with your kids? My seven-year-old loves to help us cook, so I have gradually been giving him more responsibilities in the kitchen. It started with him helping us add ingredients or stir. Now, with supervision, I sometimes let him do the cooking. So much can be taught and learned by having…
This post contains affiliate links. Brrr! Like much of the country, winter is in full swing here in Denver. Honestly, the weather has been fairly mild for the most part, but weeks like this one have reminded us that even though some days may climb into the 50s, it’s still January. When the air is cold…
Here we are with the holidays in full swing. Shopping, baking, wrapping, and decorating. Who has time to cook three square meals a day? Not this girl. Between three birthdays, the holidays themselves, and work, I am always looking for ways to get some time back and one of those ways is by making easy…
Even though it still feels like summer, Labor Day will be here before you know it. This harvest salad recipe with turkey, cheese, grapes, apples, bacon, and ranch dressing is the perfect starter for any game day meal that’s sure to please everyone. I love to add fruit to my salad and if you haven’t…
This summer, instead of sitting outside with a glass of wine you can now have your wine and eat it, too! Or an ice-cold Cosmo, Mojito, Sangria, or even a White Russian. Whether you want to call them alcoholic popsicles, adult ice pops, or poptails, these frozen boozy pops are perfect for a summer party…
Can I tell you how much I love puff pastry? It is so versatile and I use it quite often in my house. From pot pie to breakfast sandwiches, puff pastry can be used for many things. This time, I used it to make cheese and blueberry danish puff pastry. I’m all about making easy, delicious…
If you’re scrambling for a fun, easy dessert idea that’s a little different, this churro cheesecake dessert taco recipe is sure to please. This recipe was originally created to be part of our annual Big Game menu but is also perfect for a quiet evening at home or a potluck with friends. They are so…
I don’t often make New Year’s resolutions because, to me, resolutions are meant to be broken. Instead, I like to reflect on the things that I need to improve upon. One thing I am notoriously bad about is both drinking enough water and eating breakfast. Usually I have a cup of coffee or two and maybe…
When you think of fall, what comes to mind? I know that I immediately think of all things apple. Apple picking, apple cider, apple pie, you name it. The smell of baking apples brings me right back to my New England childhood and is so comforting to me. When I found myself with some Pillsbury…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #AD #Tailgreatness #CollectiveBias When I married a former high school football player, I knew that football would be a part of my life until death do us part. I am totally fine with that as long as we…
Who doesn’t love tacos? They are so versatile and can be filled with anything at all that you like. So, really, is there anyone who doesn’t like tacos? In our house, we make tacos with ground beef, ground turkey, fish, or chicken. But today I am going to share my recipe for the king of…
Now that fall is here, it’s time for comfort food and loose yoga pants. Having plenty of leftovers for warm, hearty lunches is also a big bonus! So, to me, a big pan of pasta is one of the ultimate comfort foods. One of my family’s favorites is this easy, delicious, cozy baked ziti recipe…
Nothing says fall like apples. Apples always bring back happy memories of New England in the fall and going to Clyde’s Cider Mill when I was a little girl. We would buy the best apple cider you’ve ever had and a loaf of pumpkin bread and I knew that fall was finally here. Apples are not only perfect for…
Nothing says fall to me like apples. No, not even pumpkin spice. Maybe it was spending a crisp fall day at the apple orchard picking apples, which I miss dearly now that we live in Colorado. Or maybe it’s because I remember a time before pumpkin spice infiltrated everything from coffee to cookies to kale…
Tres leches cake was something that I heard of many years ago, but up until recently, I had never tried. I’m not really sure why since I have always thought to myself that I needed to try it one of these days. Cake soaked in sweet milk and topped with whipped cream? Excuse me, but…
Apple shaped back to school cookies are a fun way to begin a brand new year. Your child(ren) will love coming home to a special treat after an exciting first day. This year the first day of school is a huge one in our house. I have one son starting his last year of school,…
In our house, we love big, bold flavor. Whether it’s dinner or even dessert, we bring out the flavor with every meal. But what better time of day is there to kick it up a notch than with breakfast? You might say jalapeños for breakfast?! That’s crazy talk. Yes! The jalapeño flavor in these toaster…
To me, Brussels sprouts are an under-appreciated vegetable. Even as a young child, they have always been one of my favorites. Maybe it’s their smell while they’re cooking that turns people off? I will admit that if they are just boiled they don’t smell very appetizing, but if you cook them right, they’re really quite…