{Pin the Picky Eater Swaps & Tips List!} As a mom, it's my job to nourish and feed my little people. It's instinctual. It's primal, if you will. When it comes to the world of food, there are few things more frustrating and maddening than being the mother of a picky eater. Why? Because your child being a picky eater rubs up against that instinctual and primal desire to … [Read more...]
Avocado Ranch Dip
I <3 dips. Like, really love them. I love making them, I love dunking veggies into them, I love the crunchy-creamy combo of a snack like this! Dips make for great appetizers...and even a simple dinner on a hot summer evening. A 'dip bar' is a great way to do an easy, no-cook dinner. Just serve a dip like this with some veggies, along with a dip like this with some Naan … [Read more...]
Spinach Pineapple Avocado Smoothie
Holy creamy-smoothie! Have you ever added ripe avocado to a smoothie? If not, you must try it! Avocados are super bland in flavor so they don't affect the flavor of the smoothie, but they do make it ultra creamy! This is a powerhouse green smoothie and I can't wait to hear what you think about it... See the full recipe for Spinach Pineapple Avocado Smoothie … [Read more...]
Muffin Tin Lunches
So this is more of a concept than an actual recipe. The idea is to set out smaller amounts of food in muffin tins and let your kiddos enjoy their lunch or snack "on their own." Of my 4 boys, 2 of them were "grazers" and liked to have smaller amounts of food, more frequently. (I presume this is because they both had pretty severe reflux!) Whether or not the need or desire for … [Read more...]
Marshmallow Peep Chocolate Easter Cookies
Yes, before you jump on my case about this month being the "31 Days of Healthy Snacks" series...I know these are not healthy. But I'm including them anyways, because they are the most.adorable.cookies.I.have.ever.seen. Those sweet little peeps and their 'eggs' - LOL!!!!!!! Not healthy, but will make you and your little people smile this coming week! Follow the … [Read more...]
No Bake Chia Cherry Cashew Energy Bites
We are obsessed with these...the energy bites concept in general. I usually make a batch once a week for the boys and these are a favorite! There's something about dried cherries... See the recipe for No Bake Chia Cherry Cashew Energy Bites here! Pin all of our 31 Days of Healthy Snack Recipes here! Follow $5 Dinners' board 31 Days of Healthy Snacks on … [Read more...]
White Chocolate Oatmeal Raisin Bars
You had me at drizzled white chocolate... My 2nd son is my most adventurous eater...BUT...he doesn't care for chocolate chip cookies. (Sometimes I wonder if he really is my kid because how could he not get the "loves chocolate chip cookie" gene from me?!) Those are the default cookies around here because they are easy and I have my favorite recipe memorized. But Charlie's … [Read more...]
I’m just going to be direct here…HOURS LEFT!
I'm going to be just get right to the point… Every day I get emails asking: How do you cut your grocery spending? (Or some variation of that.) My answer: there are a whole lotta ways, it depends on your situation, and it would take me days to type out explanations. Maybe this is a surprise to you (it was to me!), but so many people are grossly overspending on … [Read more...]
2 Recipes for Fruit Kebabs
Ever made fruit kebabs? What about a fruit kebab "beach" - complete with jello and graham cracker "sand"? (This one the kids go crazy for! They love to roll the fruit around in the "sand"!!!) Or even easier...fruit kebabs drizzled with honey and shredded coconut flakes? Get the scoop on these Healthy Snack recipes for Sandy Fruit Kebabs and for Summer Fruit Kebabs … [Read more...]
How I “Time Block” in the Kitchen to Keep Up With My Hungry Family!
They say that the kitchen is the heart of home and that is certainly true in our home. I think that planning "time blocks" in the kitchen is one of the most important keys to keeping my home running smoothly, keeping "one step ahead" of myself, and not feeling like I'm drowning as I keep up with the never ending food needs of my 4 boys. When things aren't going well in the … [Read more...]