Anyone who’s ever enjoyed a hot pocket, can get behind these pizza hand pies (basically every child or grown child anywhere)! By using pre-made empanada dough, you save yourself tons of time and cleanup. And warm a little extra marinara to make these babies extra…
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…
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…
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…
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 :).…
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:…
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…
Here’s a Bento Box with a twist, its loaded with hidden veggies! My son is not the child to willingly crunch on any raw/steamed vegetable (and trust me, I’ve tried them all). So for the child that eats AROUND the veggies, why not puree them…
This is a wonderful summer salad that is perfect for seaside picnics. The cauliflower gives the perfect crunch to a simple salad that is easy to assemble and ideal for a crowd. This is a good recipe when you want to keep your cook time…
This is a recipe from my childhood that was always a family favorite. Who doesn’t love a good chicken sandwich- and this one stands out for its delicious basil aioli. The aioli also makes for a great pasta dressing or dip for some veggies if…