Healthy Butternut Squash Muffins
Every time I dream up a new muffin recipe, I notice a similar pattern – looking for that main fruit or vegetable component to star in it. Not only for the delicious flavors and extra softness that comes with it but also for the additional servings of nutrients. So here it is, my fall muffin […]
Leek and Potato Crisps (Latkes)
If a potato chip and potato pancake made babies what would it be? Potato crisps! That may have been a bit embarrassing, but don’t take away from this perfect leek and potato crisp recipe. This recipe is one of those where we never have leftovers. It is so tasty and has a perfect crunch that […]
Yogurt Maple Bark
Ok, friends, I know the school year starts in less than 1 week, but summer isn’t over yet, and I must share this delicious and nutritious yogurt bark recipe for you to try as we wind down our last few HOT summer days. It’s a refreshing and healthy treat for all; you can customize it […]
How to get Picky Eaters to eat their school Lunches
How do we ensure our kids are fueled throughout the day to be able to learn and socialize and be happy kids? Here are the 4 tips I plan on using to tackle lunches as the new school year approaches.
Crispy Baked Cauliflower Fritters
Cauliflower is a nutrient-rich food packed with B vitamins and antioxidants but how do we get our little ones to enjoy this vegetable? My answer is to convert it to a delicious fritter perfect for little hands to hold and eat. Adding cooked chicken to the mix adds extra protein but leaving it vegetarian is […]
5-Ingredient Chicken and Rice
If you look in your pantry/fridge, will you see carrots, onions, rice, and chicken? If you do, I have the perfect 30-minute from-start-to-finish recipe. This simple and delicious one-pot chicken and rice dish is a must-try for your family, and I am sure it will become a staple weeknight meal. It is my favorite weeknight […]
Yogurt Pops (Popsicles)
This recipe came about when I had a sweet tooth one evening and didn’t want to go for the tub of ice cream. Looked in my fridge and I had yogurt, ground fresh walnuts, maple syrup, and hemp hearts staring right at me. So, what did I do? I added it all into a bowl, […]
The BEST Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Want to know the secret to a delicious chocolate muffin? Grated fresh zucchini! It’s a surprising ingredient but it makes the muffins super moist and tasty. This recipe makes 24 muffins and is great for freezing. You can also make 2 small chocolate zucchini loaves, but my family prefers the muffins. If you do make […]
Carrot Donuts with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
We live close to a very good donut shop and every time we are out for a stroll my kids are asking for donuts. We do order from there on special occasions, but I don’t want to be offering sweet fried dessert THAT often. I got to thinking and experimenting on a healthy version one […]
5 Picky Eater Thoughts
There is a lot of information out there on how to combat picky eating. This offers great advice but also indicates you are not alone on this picky eating journey. There were many moments when I felt I was the only one struggling with a toddler that would only eat toast and certain fruit. It […]
