Entertaining/Holidays

Thanksgiving Turkey Ramen and Other Great Leftover Recipes

Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly
The age-old question of what to do with turkey leftovers comes up every year and I’ve got a couple great ideas that will take your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers and turn them into completely new and delicious meals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Read my ideas and recipes for Roast Turkey...

Idaho Potato Corn Chowder

Kid-friendly, Vegetarian, Entertaining/Holidays
Fall is the perfect time for hearty soups and thick, delicious chowders. My recipe for Idaho Potato Corn Chowder is simple, so good and ridiculously inexpensive. You can make a large pot to feed a lot of people or to share with your neighbors (if your family won't eat it...

Autumn Apple Tea

Drinks & cocktails, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, 30 minutes or less
Sponsored By Mirium ShopperAvailable now at your local Target, buy 3 of the listed brands and get 1 free. These are items you and your family eat and cook with everyday and such a great deal. Speaking of everyday cooking, I wanted to share a Lipton recipe for Autumn Apple Tea that...

One Pot Italian Sausage Puttanesca

Pasta, 30 minutes or less, Entertaining/Holidays
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Barilla® and Johnsonville®. The opinions and texts are all mine. There is nothing like home cooking and especially during the week, dinner needs to be fast, simple to make, affordable and delicious. For under $10, I went to my...

Pizza Roll-Ups for Back To School

Vegetarian, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted
Going back to school is the best part of the year for parents and kids alike! Kids are back in their routine and connected with their friends and parents are back to the typical craziness of the school year.  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After school, my kids usually come...

Apple Juice Box Rosemary Garlic Pork Loin Filet

Pork, Entertaining/Holidays, Kid-friendly, Baked/Roasted
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Smithfield® Marinated Pork. The opinions and text are all mine. Fall means it's time to break out your hearty, homey recipes. During the fall months when the air is crisp, there is nothing more comforting that the classic pairing...

Rush Hour Dinner - Chicken Spinach Parm Panini

Poultry, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted
Rush Hour Dinner - Chicken Spinach Parm Panini  Written by Jennifer Fisher with The Fit Fork  As fall takes off and I head into the school year, fast and easy meals are a priority at my house. Trying to coordinate a busy work schedule around the never-ending “mom support” required...

Beat the Back-to-School Blues with Delicious Kid-Friendly Recipes

Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
Beat the Back-to-School Blues with Delicious Kid-Friendly Recipes With school in full swing, we know mealtimes are often the best chance for families to spend quality time together. The Idaho Potato Commission’s collection of kid-friendly recipes offers flavors that appeal to tiny taste buds without sacrificing nutrition. These recipes, along...

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Chimichurri Chicken: An Easy Weeknight Dinner the Whole Family Will Eat

Poultry, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
Most weeknights in our kitchen come down to the same question at about 5:15: what can I do with this pack of chicken that won't get pushed around the plate? For the past couple of years the answer has been chimichurri chicken. The chopping takes 15 minutes, the marinade does...

Healthy Homemade Stir-Fry Sauces With Less Sugar and Sodium

30 minutes or less
Photo by Lisa Fotios Stir-fry is one of the easiest ways to turn a handful of fresh ingredients into a satisfying meal. With colorful vegetables, lean protein, and a hot skillet or wok, dinner can come together quickly without requiring complicated cooking techniques. The sauce, however, is what often brings...

Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays
There is something about homemade cinnamon rolls that turns an ordinary morning into an occasion.Soft, pillowy and swirled with cinnamon sugar, they feel indulgent, yet they come together with simple pantry staples and a little patience.In our home, a warm tray of these on the weekend is one of those...

11 Refreshing Indian Summer Beverages to Enjoy in the USA

Drinks & cocktails
From cooling mango lassi to tart aam panna, these are authentic Indian drinks that beat the American summer heat. As temperatures rise across much of the United States during summer, hydration becomes a growing concern. According to the U.S. National Weather Service, heat remains one of the leading weather-related causes...

10 High Protein Desserts (Healthy & Easy Recipes)

Desserts
Let's be real — you want dessert. The problem is that most "healthy" versions taste like sweetened cardboard, and the ones that actually taste good are packed with sugar and basically zero nutrition. So you're stuck choosing between your cravings and your goals. It's exhausting. Here's the good news: high...

Why Hiring a Professional Bartender Changes the Entire Party Experience

Drinks & cocktails
Most parties have a moment, usually about an hour in, where the host disappears behind the kitchen island to pour drinks and never quite resurfaces. Someone wanders in looking for ice. Someone else is hunting for a corkscrew. The music gets louder to compensate. The host's evening, in any meaningful...

From Roast to Leftovers: 6 Meals You Can Make from One Whole Chicken

Poultry
Image by Grafvision from Getty Images via Canva.com A whole roast chicken is one of the smartest ways to plan a week of meals. It feels generous enough for a proper family dinner, yet practical enough to stretch into several dishes without extra shopping trips. When you approach it with...

Casual Elegance at the Table

Poultry, Vegetarian, 30 minutes or less
Simple, Affordable Recipes for February & March There’s something beautiful about this time of year. February still asks for warmth — cozy meals, slow roasts, comforting bowls. But by March, you start craving brightness… citrus, greens, something fresh. In our home, this is what I call casual elegance season. Food...

Easy Weeknight Meals with Grass Fed Beef Tallow

Beef
When it comes to preparing quick and healthy meals, grass fed beef tallow is a fantastic option. This cooking fat, made from the fat of cows that eat grass, is making waves in kitchens everywhere. For busy moms looking for easy weeknight meals that are both nutritious and delicious, grass...

5 Easy Fall Recipes with Only 5 Ingredients

Pasta, Desserts, Kid-friendly, Entertaining/Holidays, Baked/Roasted, Vegetarian
When the weather cools and the leaves begin to turn, we all crave comfort food that’s warm, flavorful, and simple to make. These 5 fall recipes are made with just five main ingredients — not counting pantry basics like salt, pepper, and olive oil that most home cooks already have...

3 Easy One-Pot Dinner Combos for Busy Weeknights

Poultry, Beef, Seafood
When life gets hectic, the last thing you want to deal with is a pile of dishes. That’s where one-pot dinners come in — simple, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Whether you're feeding your family or just cooking for yourself, these three easy one-pot dinner recipes are designed to minimize cleanup...

Easy Fall Salad Recipes to Enjoy Seasonal Produce: Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Beets & More

Salads, Entertaining/Holidays
Wholesome, vibrant, and full of autumn flavors Fall is the perfect time to bring seasonal fruits, roasted vegetables, hearty grains, and crunchy nuts together to create salads that are both nourishing and satisfying. These aren’t your average summer side salads—they’re cozy, colorful, and make the most of everything autumn has...