Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl Makes 1 large serving (3 toddler size portions) Smoothie bowls are a fun way of spooning up a healthy breakfast as if it were ice cream. A good friend of mine taught her daughter that chia seeds are “nature’s sprinkles” which…
Raspberry Crumble Mini Muffins
Raspberry Crumble Mini Muffins Makes 24 muffins These mini muffins are perfectly toddler-sized. They are also wonderfully snackable for adults who will enjoy the fresh lemon zest, sweet raspberry and irresistible crumble topping. Muffins: 1 cup all purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4…
Beet Hummus
Beet Hummus Makes about 2 cups This hummus is as pretty as it is tasty. It makes the ideal healthy snack or sandwich spread. Ingredients: 1 (15.5 oz) can of chickpeas, drained 1 medium cooked beet, plus 1 teaspoon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon…
Sugar Cookies
Fail-Proof Sugar Cookies Yield: 40 (2×2”) cookies Sugar cookies are a must have in a parents recipe rolodex. Perfect for any holiday or bake sale they are also fun to make with your child. From cutting out the shapes to icing, these are one fun…
Homemade Hot Chocolate Sticks
Homemade Hot Chocolate Sticks Makes: 12 Servings If you want a tasty treat to serve your holiday guests look no further. These Hot Chocolate Sticks are delicious, easy to make and can be wrapped and shared as a delicious gift with those you love. Ingredients:…
Sautéd Green Beans with Black Bean Sauce
Sautéd Green Beans with Black Bean Sauce Serves 3-4 The start of November gets me thinking about Thanksgiving. Already my family is calling in for their favorite dishes and the meal prep is going on in my head. I honestly love Thanksgiving. I love cooking…
Pumpkin Ravioli with Fried Sage Leaves
Pumpkin Ravioli Yield: 14 ravioli Fall is my favorite season. I love to watch the leaves change, to wear my first sweater of the season and to get back to the kitchen after a hot summer. Cooking with pumpkin allows me to indulge in my…
Raspberry Maple French Toast Bake
Raspberry Maple French Toast Bake Serves 4 This is the ideal holiday breakfast before a big event (like Mother’s Day). You do all the work the night before so on the big day all you have to do is preheat the oven when you make…