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We’ve all had those days, when suddenly it’s 4 pm and that wave of shock hits us that we FORGOT TO PLAN DINNER. We don’t need to pass judgement, nor share how many times this has happened to us, because, let’s face it. Even if it hasn’t yet, it’s probably going to at some point. Or maybe unexpected events occur,…
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This weeks recipe is one that can be pretty much done independently from mom, especially for older children. If you and your kids love the convenience of single serve mac n cheese but maybe not so much the extra preservatives, additives, sodium, and of course the cost then making your own is super easy. Simple measuring and stirring are…
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Fun, random thing you don’t know about me: I love peas in pasta. Add any kind of cheese and I may squeal. Add bacon? I’ll love you forever. Peas, though, right? My mom always put peas in our mac and cheese growing up. I think it was her way to get us to eat the peas, if we were rebelling…
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Have you discovered Della Rice yet? This is not your typical, boring rice on the grocery store shelf. Their rice is all natural and gluten free It has a wonderful creamy texture and a delicious nutty flavor that lends itself well to any dish. I knew immediately what I wanted to do with my Della rice… Teriyaki Rice Bowls! First…
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I don’t know about you, but I grew up eating canned food. My mom was a wiz in the kitchen and as a busy mom, she relied on using canned food whenever possible. Suffice it to say, as a busy mom myself, I too rely on using canned food whenever I can as well. It seems canned food has gotten…
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Do your kids love morning pancakes ( or even dinnertime) ? Pancakes are a fantastic first recipe for little hands to work on- they get to measure, mix, scoop, pour, shake, and of course eat! The traditional spicy sweet flavor of Snickerdoodle cookies makes an equally delicious pancake. Mom did the cooking part this time with the little one standing…
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