Because cheesy, goopy goodness makes the world go round. Seriously, make this once and be prepared to make it again because you will want it in a bad way. My dear friend, Jane, first made this for K-Hubs and me when Toodle was born. We loved it so much she brought ANOTHER batch of it, and I’m pretty sure I cried. This was after I dreamed about it.The cheese was pure heaven in the midst of sleep deprivation, breastfeeding, a crying newborn, and maternity pants (best. invention. ever.). Is it ... continue reading...
Almond Coconut Cookies
So, first you should probably sit down and catch your breath because this recipe is going to BLOW YOUR MIND. How have I lived my entire life without knowing the awesomeness that is the almond/coconut combination? No, really, please tell me how. Because I cannot get enough. You are going to make these cookies and then take them to your child’s school and give them to the teacher. And the teacher is going to give your child all As this year because of the almond/coconut combination you just ... continue reading...
Hide Your Vegetables! Pico De Gallo
Vegetables should be hidden, not taste like vegetables, or be slathered in goop. But let’s face it, sometimes we just need to eat them as they are. Since Toodle has a tomato allergy I lamented we’d never get to eat salsa again, which was, in my world, a vegetable. Even though its base is a fruit. I like my science better. Math is hard. I scoured traditional salsa recipes to see if I could exchange ingredients for those that are Toodle-friendly, and this is what I finally put together. The great ... continue reading...
Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie with a Hint of Orange
If I had just one word to describe this smoothie, I'd pick two and say "comfort food." Not the sweetest smoothie I’ve ever had, the blend of oatmeal, berries, milk, and juice is a balanced breakfast wrapped up in one comforting drink. For those times I don't want a sugar high from a fruity beverage, this is a nice alternative. K-Hubs really likes blueberry/orange combinations, but many of the smoothie recipes we’ve enjoyed in the past contain ingredients we no longer keep in the house. So I set ... continue reading...
Homemade Maple and Brown Sugar Oatmeal
There are just moments as a parent when you think, if I achieve nothing else today, I'm calling it a win. Small successes that maybe only you can appreciate. Figuring out a recipe for homemade maple and brown sugar oatmeal has recently been mine. Even our resident "discerning" eater, Toodlebug, likes it. Boom. I had to share it with you. And she asked for seconds, so that's a win. Now whenever she wants homemade oatmeal she excitedly shouts, "Mama! Please get the sweet! I would like some sweet ... continue reading...
