Natalie's with us today sharing her favorite tasty treats that Dad and the kiddos can tackle together for Mother's Day. Forward it to your hubby or, better yet, to your best mom friend's hubby! QUESTION OF THE DAY How do you celebrate Mother's Day? With your mom, with your own nuclear family, or do you split your time? Mother's Day is around the corner again, and what a funny little holiday it is. As a mom, I'm used to taking care of holiday preparations and making the days feel … [Read more...]
16 Inspiring Spring Salads
Salads are one of my lunch staples. Which means I'm always on the lookout for new combinations (a girl can only consume so many chicken cobbs with a balsamic vinaigrette). Today Natalie is here sharing 16 of her favorite spring salads (yippe - lunch is suddenly back in a big way). Spring time is the perfect time to rekindle our love for salads, no? All of the beautiful greenery popping up outdoors, the vibrant produce showing up at the markets... you can chop up any combination of veggies, … [Read more...]
10 Steps Toward More Peaceful Family Meals
Food and drinks all over the floor. Kids’ faces (and bodies and clothes) are a mess. Cups, bowls and spoons strewn everywhere. At least two of them are fighting. Only one of them actually ate something. Mom and Dad just want dinner to be over with... Are you having meal times like these? I know that part of having kids is embracing the mess, the noise and the chaos. Sometimes it's just going to be crazy. But I believe that we are responsible as parents to train up our children and discipline … [Read more...]
5 Brilliant Ways to Make Oatmeal Easy
Ever since participating in Prescribe Nutrition's New Rules program, I've been determined to start my day off with a healthy breakfast. (By the way, they have two new sessions starting April 8th & 15th - go here for more info. and use the code: MPMK20 for 20% off.) Lately oatmeal has been my meal of choice. Two hard boiled eggs just started to get depressingly redundant. Browsing pinterest for a good recipe, however, quickly left me overwhelmed. Baked, slow cooked, left overnight in the … [Read more...]
POYEL: 10 Tips for Better Meal Planning
Some people love meal planning, some people hate it. Whether you like it or not, it can be really helpful for your budget, your time management and your sanity as a parent. Everyone goes about meal planning a little differently, but this is how our resident food contributor, Natalie, sets herself up for success before the actual “meal-planning” time begins. … [Read more...]
An Easy Way to Squeeze in Some Romance this V-Day
Not sure yet how you and the hubs are going to celebrate Valentine's Day (or how you'll find the time to do so)? This year we're tackling the holiday Project Organize Your ENTIRE Life style. Natalie's here sharing a clever recipe for romance at home - a fun tasting menu you can easily throw together in no time. Bon Appetit! P.S. If you have a little extra time, plan ahead and make Natalie's yummy chocolate coconut bites too - they're fabulous! Let's cut to the chase, Valentine's Day … [Read more...]
How to Pull Together a Holiday Feast Fit for Everyone
In years past, I would have been seriously rattled if someone coming to my holiday table announced that they were Vegan, Paleo or Gluten-free. I can just see myself scrambling around like a crazy person, trying to figure out what exactly to feed them. This year at Thanksgiving, I’m going to be that odd person out. As I’m thinking through my holiday plans, I wanted to share with you some tips on how to accommodate your friends and family members with dietary restrictions. … [Read more...]
18 Things You Didn’t Know Your Slow Cooker Could Make
The slow cooker is all the rage these days (thank you, Pinterest!). I am all about putting my kitchen appliances to work, but I haven’t made much more than the usual pot roasts, soups and pulled meats. I did a little research and found some atypical slow cooker recipes worthy of sharing. Some made sense, but some just blew my mind - I mean, Chex Mix in the slow cooker?? Crazy. Row One- Brownies, Yogurt, Artisan Bread Row Two- Dulce de Leche, Baked Potatoes, Oatmeal Row Three- Lemonade, Chex … [Read more...]
Two Dinners from One Tasty Crockpot
Any recipe that starts with the words “double duty” has to be good, right? We are all looking for a few recipes that cut down on our time in the kitchen. I’m excited to say I’ve developed a slow cooker recipe that provides you with not one, but two flavorful meals. Jackpot! If you are already a fan of Thai food, you’re going to love this double duty dinner. If you’re a little timid when it comes to trying new things, I encourage you to give Thai food a try. These meals are flavorful, but not … [Read more...]
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