This recipe reminds me of harvest days at the farm. The sweetness and spices from the cider transform these hot dogs into something altogether different. This recipe was inspired by the hot dogs I used to always order when apple picking. They were always piping…
Pumpkin Soup
This is an incredibly easy soup that makes a killer first course or light lunch. Creamy coconut milk compliments the natural sweetness of pumpkin perfectly. Savory spices give it the right depth of flavor and a simple swirl of coconut cream and pesto make it…
Pumpkin Smoothie
This is a 5 ingredient, no-bake, no fuss, all joy way to enjoy the taste of pumpkin. Utterly irresistible when you add that dollop of whipped cream, my kids could barely wait for me to take a picture before they pounced. For anyone looking to…
Shrimp and Corn Bisque
My Dad surprised me by nabbing the last great corn of the summer at our local farmers market. The temperatures had dropped as low as 40F the last couple of nights so I wasn’t up for grilling (weak, I know, but true). I was craving…
Crispy Tofu Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing
We do not serve wimpy salads in our house. This one is no exception. Totally vegetarian with one quick substitution on the dressing to make it vegan, your first thought is not “this is good for me,” its more like “um…is there enough for seconds?!”…
Kid-Friendly Cheese Plates
Everyone loves a good cheese plate! This is an amazingly beautiful, easy, and fun way to conquer snack-time. Bonus for the parents, it is more economical than pre-made store-bought alternatives, not to mention a heck of a lot tastier! Kid-Friendly Cheese Plates Ingredients: Cut cheeses…
Granola Parfaits
Breakfast and after-school snacking as effortless as an Instagram-snap, yes, please! This recipe is mind-blowingly easy but super kid-friendly and also wonderfully nutritious. No, I’m not re-inventing the wheel with this one, I’m just shooting a pretty picture and trying to make your life easier.…
Veggie Wrap
These are such a winner in our family. My son calls them “cold tacos” which really doesn’t sound appetizing but honestly, I get where he’s coming from. The benefit is that I’m getting in another dose of fresh fruits and veggies and plant-based protein that…
Energy Bites
These are so utterly simple but so worth the 5-minute effort. When you don’t have time to bake, need a fast snack, and are fond of cookies BAM! Energy bites, I cannot believe these haven’t been in my repertoire before now. They sure will be…
Avocado Green Goddess Dip
Get those veggies ready. 3, 2, 1 dive, and dip! Herbaceous, utterly creamy, and surprisingly healthy, this Avocado Green Goddess Dip hits the spot. I add my kids’ favorite veggies and sometimes potato chips just to wet their wee little appetites. My husband and I…