because everything tastes better homemade
Snack mixes are definitely the way to go when feeding a group of hungry kids. Sweet, salty, crunchy, chewy, a little of everything is sure to please a crowd. After a recent soccer game, I passed out this Halloween Snack Mix to team of six and seven year old hungry boys. It was a total Continue Reading …
After I had my first baby, several friends brought over meals during the following week. One of those meals arrived with a box of chocolates. On the card was written, “every woman who just gave birth deserves a box of chocolate”. Well, I couldn’t have agreed more! This little rule is one that I have never forgotten. When I am Continue Reading …
January and September are the two months that I make big organizational attempts in my disorganized chaotic life. January is of course the perfect time for New Year’s resolutions but September, it is the Back to School fever that gets me motivated. With Caleb starting first grade yesterday, I decided that I really need to Continue Reading …
I am poolside at my parents house right now with three little people begging me to get off the computer and get in the water. I thought I would send a simple salad your way before I jump in. Happy Friday everyone! Enjoy your weekend :) Buttermilk Chicken Caesar Salad 1 1/2 cups Continue Reading …
Summer is filled with the simplest of pleasures: sunshine, swimming, popsicles, barefeet, barbecues, late nights. The memories made during the summer months last far beyond the heat of August. I try my best to be relaxed and yet intentional during this season, to allow for lazy days and yet at the same time create memory Continue Reading …
This is truly the richest most decadent brownie I have ever eaten. It is best paired with a cold glass of milk and even better topped with vanilla ice cream :) The Baked Brownie 1¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 11.5 ounces bittersweet chocolate (60% cacao) 1 cup unsalted butter 1½ Continue Reading …
