One of the things I’d like to do better is meal planning. It makes such a huge difference when I have a meal plan. It keeps us from eating fast food or junk food, it provides us with the opportunity to sit down and eat together as a family instead of everyone grazing here and…
Since it’s October, you are probably already seeing pumpkin spice everywhere! And as much as I love a pumpkin spice latte, I don’t always have the time to run out and get one, not to mention how expensive it is to be buying coffee out all the time. So I decided it was time to…
This Copycat Starbucks Frappuccino recipe is such a fun one to make (and drink!) for the fall time! Whether or not you do anything for Halloween, your family will absolutely love this exciting drink. It not only looks terrific but tastes great, too! If your kids are in the kitchen with you, they can probably…
With the start of fall comes the desire to bake delicious treats that are full of spice and warm flavors. This fall, why don’t you try these thin crisp pumpkin spice cookies—perfect for dunking into a cold glass of milk. This is an especially fun recipe for baking together with your kids! Ingredients for Pumpkin Spice…
These Halloween donuts are a fun seasonal treat that you can prepare with your kids and enjoy together. Believe me, there won’t be any leftovers! Note: You’ll need donut molds for this baked donut recipe. Ingredients for Halloween Donuts Ingredients for Filling: Ingredients for Glaze: Instructions for Halloween Donuts 1. Gather all the ingredients together….
I grew up gardening and creamed corn is one of my favorite dishes that we made from our harvest. My mom was a teacher, so my twin sister and I spent most of our summers planting, watering, and eventually harvesting and shelling/shucking the veggies we’d helped grow. Gardening is a great family activity and an…
I love to use my crockpot! It’s so nice to come home (after a day of co-op classes, running errands, or taking a field trip) to the wonderful smell of Crockpot Brisket and Onions. It takes a few minutes to prepare before turning on the crock pot, but I think you’ll find that it’s worth…
Corn chowder holds a special place in the hearts of families who treasure its simplicity and rich flavor. From the bustling streets of Mexico City to quiet coastal towns, this delicious soup has entered the hearts and kitchens of diverse communities. At the heart of this recipe is the main ingredient – fresh, juicy corn….
It’s that time of the year when all I can think about is the sweet aroma of spices and baked apples floating from my kitchen and saturating the house. That means it’s time for some apple muffins! If I don’t bake, then I’ll find a pumpkin pie-scented candle or an apple cinnamon spice candle to…