Hi Reader, Happy Monday! It's Spring Break here but we're staying put. The girls asked to go to a beach...I'm taking them to the orthodontist and some antique shops later this week. Close enough, right? 🤭 Big Spring Sale 💐 It's the last day of Amazon's "Big Spring Sale" and I wanted to mention that my favorite slow cooker, that I recommend ALL the time, is currently 22% off, which is pretty significant. The best part, to me, is that it switches itself to WARM after the set cook time so if...
2 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Hosting Easter or bringing a dish this year? I think that once the sides and appetizers are sorted, the rest of the table comes together pretty easily. Here are some sides & appetizers I always come back to. Easy to pull together, genuinely delicious, and they've been on my Easter table long enough that I don't even question them anymore. Easter Appetizers The Best Cheesy Puffs Appetizer Make-ahead Easter Cheeseball Dip These Irresistible Bacon Wrap Pops Addictive Cheesy Sausage...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Easter is almost here, and I always get excited thinking about all the cute stuff I could make. These are some of my favorite Easter desserts. Delicious and they’re the kind that make everyone pause, grab their phone, and say “wait, I need a picture of that first.” They're easier to make than they look, and they never last very long. My Favorite Easter Desserts Easter Egg Truffles (with a secret hidden center) The Best Easter Candy Clusters Pink & Chocolate No-bake Bunny Bark Sugar...
6 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, How's your Sunday going? We've had a pretty quiet weekend. After church and a Target run, I've been working on my paint-by-number this afternoon (highly recommend if you need a screen-free hobby, I'm really enjoying it) until I just looked up & realized it's time to make dinner! Under 1 Hour Dinner Ideas ⏰ Classic Meatloaf with Brown Gravy Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas (split a rotisserie chicken between this one) Chicken Lemon Orzo Soup Cajun Dirty Rice...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader- I've been working on a sheet pan beef ramen recipe this week (to complement my crockpot beef ramen) & I'm really happy with how it turned out. Recipe coming soon! In the meantime, here are some of my favorite CHICKEN recipes. Crockpot Chicken Recipes 🍗 Chicken Spaghetti Chicken & Dumplings Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches Honey Garlic Chicken & Noodles Fiesta Chicken Firecracker Meatballs Chicken Lettuce Wraps Chicken Gnocchi Soup Dill Pickle Chicken Tortilla Soup King Ranch Chicken...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Friday! We don't have much planned this weekend & I'm looking forward to that. What to Make this Weekend I do have plans to make this smoothie for the kids (again) after school. We've been making it most days lately! Tomorrow is Pi Day & I shared a video for individual chicken pot pies this week. Or, if you're after a sweet pie, try my brownie pie, sheet pan apple pie, or a peanut butter pie. These stuffed chicken breasts don't get enough attention - you should try them!...
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, St. Patrick's Day only comes once a year, and these are the recipes I save specifically for it. A festive treat, a good dinner, a little green on the table, it's a simple combination that always works. These are the five recipes I reach for to make the day feel special, and bring in a little luck of the Irish to our table! St. Patrick’s Day Treats 30-minute Irish Potato Candy (you need to try these!) Green Pudding Poke Cake Classic Lucky Charm Bars My Favorite St. Paddy’s Day...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Do you hate "spring forward" as much as I do? I just finished an afternoon nap (a newfound perk of having older kids). We're in full Sunday reset mode over here - doing laundry & off to Sam's Club in a minute for a restock. Here are some twists on classics that I hope will catch your attention for the meal plan this week. My Variations on Classic Recipes Easy 30-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup Crockpot Meatloaf with BBQ Sauce 3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese Slow Cooker Marry Me...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, When I'm not sure what to make, pasta usually wins. It's quick, it works with what's already in the pantry, and there's never a complaint when it hits the table. Recently, these are some pasta recipes I find myself reaching out for the most. Simple ingredients, good flavor, and it just always feels like a good night when pasta's on the table. Pasta Night Ideas Easy Spaghetti in the Crockpot Ever tried Cheesy Taco Pasta? (it’s seriously good) Alfredo + Marinara Creamy Pasta My...
26 days ago • 1 min read