By: Kathy Trainor This is the type of dish I make early in the morning when it is very hot and I don’t want to heat up the house. This can be a dip, a taco bowl or even taco filling. We also always have leftovers! Simple, easy and yummy…ENJOY! Ingredients: 6-ounce bag baked pita … More Simple Summer Taco Bake
By: Kathy Trainor 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 cayenne pepper 1 can of canned Yams 1 can of canned corn 1 can black beans ( drained) 1/4 cup finely … More Yam and Corn Salad
By: Kathy Trainor Why dirty an extra dish? You can free form your meat loaf by putting it in the bottom of your Crockpot and then you have a meal ready for you in less than 6 hours. Ingredients 2 pounds of ground beef, bison, or turkey. I like meatloaf mix from my local store … More Crockpot Meatloaf
By: Kathy Trainor Until recently, peanut butter and marshmallow was something that was really only known up in the Northeast. But in the past few years it has been rolling across the country. Think about peanut butter and marshmallow together. It is pure comfort food for most people, ages 1-100. For me, it brings back memories … More Peanut Butter and Marshmallow Roll
By: Abigail Ancherico, Guest Contributor Celebrate the start of summer and outdoor dining with these colorful recipes that are full of flavor and fresh ingredients for the whole family to enjoy! 1. Red, White & Blue Salsa: Prepare this colorful appetizer for any cookout, day on the beach or afternoon by the pool. We all love to … More 5 Recipes To Try This Memorial Day
By: Alison Puzia, Guest Contributor March is National Nutrition Month, a great opportunity to introduce healthy new recipes into your family’s diet. This March, spice up snack-time with some of these healthy alternatives and teach your children to make healthy choices. 1. Homemade Salsa Many store bought salsas are full of preservatives. Go natural- make … More National Nutrition Month
By: Rachel Ventura I’m a mother of two young children and I work part time from home. We have preschool, soccer, gymnastics, Early Intervention, play dates, birthday parties, and much, much more. We are busy! And I’m sure many, if not all, of you are as well! Sometimes I honestly think it’s a small miracle … More A Few Things That Help Keep Me Sane
By: Tanya Pimental As the school year approaches each September, you start to see all kinds of fancy lunch ideas. I have to say, the idea of sculpting fruit and making dragon sandwiches is at the bottom of my priorities. While it is important for me to send a nutritional lunch, I don’t feel that … More Lunch Boxing
By: Rachel Ventura I’m not afraid to admit it, I can’t cook. I can follow a recipe when needed, but having that talent does not qualify me as a cook in any way, shape or form. It’s actually my downfall, that I follow the recipe too closely. I’m a Capricorn, I like to follow rules. … More Tortellini Soup
By: Jessica DiRamio I am not a good cook, but on occasion I knock one out of the park. Last night I definitely had a home run! Three kids went for more and I even caught my husband licking his bowl! My concoction was entirely based on my favorite meal to order at a restaurant: … More Chicken & Broccoli Ziti for the Unskilled Cook!
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