The sky opened up to drizzle on our Monday. Bone weary from being at the helm of our home while my husband travels, I wanted nothing more than to curl up with a blanket and watch Gray’s Anatomy. But the to-do list of swim practice, music lessons, and a house begging to be cleaned pushed…
Black Bean Soup
Black beans are the most versatile legume full of flavor and spice. Dressed up black beans are tasty piled on top of nachos as a Super Bowl snack and dressed down–they provide nourishing comfort during the long winter months indoors. Here’s our favorite spin on Black Bean Soup. Provided in the recipe are two versions,…
Overnight French Toast with Blueberries
How about some yummy goodness on a Monday before the weekly chaos begins? This recipe was created with plant based milk, fresh fruit, and maple syrup. Say no more, it has been a hit since the first time I made it and with the busy holiday season about to come upon us, this casserole will…
Banana Bread: A versatile recipe for paleo and vegans and moms who like to serve healthy stuff to kids.
I’m always on the look out for a new spin on our favorite foods to create a healthier or tastier version of whatever has caught my attention and banana bread is no exception. Each week, I head to our local grocery store and purchase overripe bananas by the bag, toss it in my freezer to…
Camping Recipes Kids will LOVE
Ah yes, summer is here. That means long hot summer days, mixed with lazy afternoons by the pool or weekends spent in the woods being one with nature, a.k.a camping. In no uncertain terms am I an outdoors type of girl unless there are showers involved…and fluffy mats to sleep on–then I’m all about camping. …
Pancake Mini Muffins — A healthy version for busy families
In March, The Pioneer Woman posted a pancake mini muffins recipe. They. Are. DIVINE. But if you’re a mom like me who A. Routinely burns everything B. Can’t follow an in depth recipe, or C. needs something simplified for crazy school or church mornings this simplified & healthy recipe is for YOU! It’s also perfect for…