Sharing something so cute today! Can you even? As my daughter gets older (she just turned 2), I am starting to get a little more creative with meal ideas like these adorable sandwich kabobs. Can food be adorable? Oh I think so! Especially when it's for the kids. Today's post is brought to you by my partnership with Produce For Kids. I have been working with them for quite awhile and I have to say, I LOVE it. If you've been reading the blog, you know how much it means to me to cook … [Read more...]
Healthy Yogurt Bowls
Good morning beautiful. What do you wake up to? Cereal, eggs, toast? I wake up to those sometimes, too, but when I wake up to a Healthy Yogurt Bowl, I always end up having a better day. Perhaps because it's BEAUTIFUL. I love putting together yogurt bowls in the morning. They require no cooking, just simply mixing fresh ingredients together. In this case, I went with avocado, blueberries, blackberries, almonds, chia seeds and some honey. A drizzle of honey does the body good. … [Read more...]
Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers
This recipe is to die for. This is not a new recipe. In fact, I've had this recipe for quite some time now, but I was waiting for the perfect time to share it with you...Super Bowl tiiiiiime. It's such a football recipe. I mean come one...jalapeño poppers. When do you eat stuff like this unless you're watching a game? Well...I have a little confession...I eat this exact recipes at parties all.the.time. In fact, my sister-in-law made them for Christmas Eve. sshhhh...they're not just … [Read more...]
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Hello face plant dip! I don't think anyone out there can resist Buffalo Chicken Dip. It's just one of those appetizers that everyone seems to absolutely love and one bite is simply not enough. I brought this over to my in-laws house yesterday and it was devoured within in minutes. This made me very, very happy! I decided to make this dip because hello!! Super Bowl! Are you into the big game? I watch it for the half time show...I wish they would just put Bruno Mars on every year … [Read more...]
Spinach Dip
Are you ready for the best dip ever? It's none other than SPINACH DIP. How is spinach dip even good? Sweet Onion Dip with Crunchy Bacon Bits or Zesty Refried Bean Cheese Dip definitely sound better than spinach dip, but I promise you...it is equally as delicious. You will never ever ever ever ever ever believe that this dip has only FOUR ingredients. Just four, I promise. Those four ingredients are mayonaisse, sour cream, package of leek soup and frozen spinach. Somehow, someway, when … [Read more...]
Sweet Onion Dip with Crunchy Bacon Bits
Give me all the dips! Especially this Sweet Onion Dip with BACON. Dips are so in right now because of Football - are you a Football fan? We are definitely football fans in our house...go Bears and Go Hawkeyes! Every Sunday, Monday and Thursday, the television is blasting the game and I am totally okay with it. I enjoy watching it and I love how the Football season brings people together over food! So, I tested this recipe back on Labor Day weekend and was so happy with the results. I love … [Read more...]
Zesty Refried Bean Cheese Dip
A simple and delicious dip for your Cinco de Mayo party! Zesty Refried Bean Cheese Dip is made with only 6 simple ingredients and has so much flavor - adding a packet of taco seasoning makes this dip extra zesty and tasty! And I can't forge to mention it's faaaantastic with a cold beer, too! Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner - do you have any plans? We celebrate by making our favorite Mexican food and cracking a cold one. Beer is a must on Cinco de Mayo. Ya know what else is a … [Read more...]
Stonyfield’s New Grassfed and Whole Milk Yogurt
As part of the Stonyfield Clean Plate Club, I am excited to share my opinions on their new Grassfed and Whole Milk Yogurts! They're darn good...I can tell you that! But even more than being creamy and delicious they are 100% USDA organic and non GMO. As a first time mom, organic and non GMO products are important to me. I want to make sure my child gets the best of the best as she grows. In general, I try to encourage my family to not only eat a well-balanced diet but to also purchase good … [Read more...]
Deviled Eggs
This recipe for Traditional Deviled Eggs will be your go-to recipe from now on! It's simple to make, creamy and packed full of flavor. Switch it up by adding different garnishes like bacon, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, jalapeños and more! With Easter right around the corner, I thought it would be helpful to share at least a few possible recipes for your Easter menu. Nothing gets more "Easter" than deviled eggs, right? Plus, they're a staple appetizer so it's nice to have an easy recipe … [Read more...]
Sloppy Joe Nachos
You are going to LOVE this twist on a traditional nacho recipe, Sloppy Joe Nachos are sweet, salty and slightly spicy. Tortilla chips are topped with sharp cheddar cheese, meaty sloppy joe's, a little tobasco sour cream, crunchy lettuce, spicy jalapeños and my favorite, bread and butter pickles! Well aren't these kind of fun? We absolutely love Sloppy Joe's in our house. I grew up eating Sloppy Joe's at my grandparents house in Sibley Iowa and continue that tradition today. I make them all … [Read more...]
Best Guacamole Recipe
This is the best recipe ever for Traditional Guacamole. It's got all the goodies like fresh tomatoes, cilantro, spicy red onion, tons of lime juice and a little salt and pepper to bring out the flavors. Add a little jalapeno for a kick and you have a simple, yet delicious appetizer dip for a partaaay or for Mexican night at home! Oh yes! It's also garnished with a little queso fresco...ya know...just because. Everyone needs a good guacamole recipe in their life. Am I right or am I right? I … [Read more...]
Bacon Wrapped Dates with Roasted Red Pepper Dipping Sauce
Bacon Wrapped Dates with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce are the perfect appetizer for any party. Sweet and chewy dates are wrapped in salty bacon and baked until crispy and caramelized. These are so good as is, but even better with roasted red pepper sauce. You gotta try these! Bacon wrapped dates are one of those restaurant appetizers. You know what I mean? If they're on a menu (which is kind of rare) then they are ordered and devoured. We order them at an amazing restaurant called Meson Sabika, … [Read more...]