Jalapeño and Fresh Orange Margarita Makes 1 drink This is the perfect margarita when you want a bit of heat and don’t want to splurge on two bottles of alcohol; my ultimate margarita uses Cointreau as well as tequila. The fresh fruit juices make the…
When we were growing up, this salad was introduced to us by our Greek friends. Now when I have it, it just reminds me of summer hikes and the adventures of my childhood. Good memories brought back with the fresh taste of lemon mixed with…
First Birthday Carrot Cupcakes Makes 12 cupcakes I can’t think of a more perfect first birthday cake than carrot cake. If you’ve been stressing for a year about feeding your child, the idea of a sugary box cake just because they are 1 may feel…
Ginger Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry 4 Servings The sauce on this stir fry is wickedly tasty- that’s why the recipe adds a bit more- so the last morsels of jasmine rice will soak up every drop of flavor. This stir fry offers wonderful finger foods…
Flatbread with Goat Cheese, Bacon, Pear and Arugula 2 Servings This is a great way to add variety to pizza night. Flatbreads cut the cooking time dramatically over pizza dough; they are also available at most grocery stores. Ingredients: 2 slices Flatbread 2 slices cooked…
Grandma’s Effortless Applesauce From The Ultimate New Mom’s Cookbook Makes 4 cups (946.5 ml) Apples are a great first food for a baby. They are highly unlikely to cause an allergic reaction and have a texture that keeps a baby interested. I still make this almost once a week. It is easy…
Apple Carrot and Ginger Muffins From The Ultimate New Mom’s Cookbook Makes 12 muffins This is a tasty, healthy breakfast for parents and tots alike. Apple puree is a wonderful substitution for refined sugar in baking and helps make recipes a little healthier and definitely more baby-friendly. For…
Gourmet Grilled Cheese and Quick Tomato Soup Makes 5 servings This is a classic combo that is not to be missed in the weekly dinner rotation. Making your own tomato soup really adds to the meal and doesn’t take a lot of time. I use a…