Radishes. Obscure. Underrated. They might be one of those vegetables that you pass up at the farmer's market or in the grocery store. But you shouldn't... They have a great peppery flavor with crisp, crunchy texture, until you cook them! They are filled with Vitamin C, Potassium, antioxidants and fiber. Plus, one of my favorite radish recipes: Radish & Cucumber … [Read more...]
31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 7
I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Energy Bites - these are full of delicious protein! Popcorn Raspberries Disclaimer: These ideas are just a small part of the … [Read more...]
How to Choose & Cut a Cantaloupe
How to cut cantaloupe so the kids can easily eat it, plus how to choose the perfect cantaloupe while shopping! Because I've been asked a number of times in the past few weeks, and recently showed a friend who was having dinner with us, I thought I'd share how I cut a cantaloupe to serve to the kids. Two of the kids have a 'skin issue'...meaning that they don't like the skin … [Read more...]
31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 6
I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Quesadilla with Cheese Corn & Black Bean Salsa Avocado & Lime Disclaimer: These ideas are just a small part of the … [Read more...]
31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 5
I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Whole Wheat English Muffin with Peanut Butter & Honey Cottage Cheese Pineapple (tutorial for how to select & cut a … [Read more...]
31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 4
I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Pita Chips & Hummus (delicious recipe for homemade hummus) Carrot Sticks Disclaimer: These ideas are just a small part of … [Read more...]
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We all know that meal planning is important, it's how you save money, waste less food, and stay on budget. But it takes so much time. Even if you enjoy planning each week, wouldn't you rather spend it with your family? Or doing something you truly enjoy? If so, then I'm really excited to talk to you about something special I've been working on - $5 Meal Plan. Get a … [Read more...]
31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 3
I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Today′s Lunchbox?! Triscuits & Cheese Wedges Apples & Strawberries Disclaimer: These ideas are just a small part of the total food … [Read more...]
31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 2
I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox idea each day this month. What’s In Day 2′s Lunchbox?! Ham & Cheese Kebabs Carrot 'chips' (you can buy these or save some money and make your own with a crinkle cutter … [Read more...]
Avocado, Grapefruit with Goat Cheese Salad
I'm sharing this salad in honor of my stepsister. It's her favorite and she always makes it for family dinners when she's in town from New York. She usually adds blue cheese, but I'm including goat cheese because it sits better with my tummy. I saw a food blogger friend share her new favorite dressing on Instagram this past weekend and it just so happens to be the best … [Read more...]