There’s nothing like a creamy, flaky chicken pot pie for dinner. Now ditch the spoons and enjoy that same wondrous comfort in a hand pie! Best yet is you can you pre-made dough, rotisserie chicken and a blend of frozen peas and carrots to whip…
Blueberry Pie Pops
Who doesn’t love pie?! Now miniaturize that crowd-pleaser and add a stick and voila! You have the perfect party favor or sweet treat to make any season festive. Since Thanksgiving is right around the corner, I had some fun decorating these in seasonal mason jars.…
Baked Potato Soup
This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold Fall weeknight. It is also an ideal meal to repurpose leftover baked potatoes. I never bake potatoes without throwing a couple more into the oven. That way the same amount of time gives me twice…
Mini Pumpkin Muffins
I love the Fall, it is easily my favorite season. I can’t wait for the air to turn crisp to start cooking up a storm. As my son is a HUGE mini muffin fan, I’ve been experimenting with new recipes to offer him. These pumpkin…
Blueberry Mini Muffins
These blueberry mini muffins are perfectly toddler sized. They make a great addition to a packed lunch and also make wonderful shared snacks at school. That doesn’t mean adults can’t enjoy them as well. They are fresh, fluffy and full of flavor. Bite size bliss.…
Chili Lime Shrimp Bowl
This shrimp is so juicy and flavorful. You can serve the shrimp with fancy toothpicks to make an instant appetizer or serve as I do here over a fragrant bed of herb rice with a quick sautéd slaw to accompany it. So whether you’re…
Grazing Bento Box
For kids on the move, sometimes less is more. I don’t know about you but it seems the more I stuff into a bento, the more comes home. Too many choices can be overwhelming especially during short lunch periods. I also learned my son’s lunch…
Vegetarian Meatball Bento Box
My family loves meatballs but I’ve been trying to add more vegetarian meals to our roster. I’d been wanting to create lentil meatballs for a long time but like everything else as a mom, it took me a little while to get around to :).…
Turmeric Chicken “Nuggets” Bento Box
Who says chicken nuggets have to be bad for you? These Turmeric Chicken Nuggets are marinated and broiled to keep them juicy and tender. They are also packed with nutritional benefits, including helping digestion and strengthening the immune system. Win win! Turmeric Chicken “Nuggets” Bento:…
Mexican Chicken Soup Bento
I’ve recently discovered the hot bento box. It has changed my life. The amount of lunch options that I can now send have vastly expanded and I don’t feel the same sandwich rut that I’d been feeling last school year. For this bento, I wanted…