Last year I put out a new gift guide every week starting in November. Oh, wasn't I Little Miss Organized? This year? Not so much. Quite the opposite. Just call me the Last Minute Mama. Therefore, the 2017 Holiday Gift Guide is an ode to all the Last Minute Mamas (Or Papas, or Gals, or Whatever ...
Root Vegetable and Red Bean Stew
This Root Vegetable and Red Bean Stew makes a nourishing, vegan dinner that's quick enough to make on weeknights! Heads up! This post was originally published December 2010. Pictures were updated 2017. With Christmas quickly approaching, this is an easy, stick-to-your ribs type meal that won't ...
Meet Dingle, the Original Elf on the Shelf
Do you have an Elf on the Shelf? How do you feel about him? Does he bring stress to your house? Or joy? Both? I think it's time I introduced you to someone. Meet Dingle. This is the original Elf on the Shelf. Dingle existed long before the Elf on the Shelf commercial racket, as Charlie ...
Homemade Peppermint Bark Recipe
Use this Homemade Peppermint Bark recipe to save money this year! This tastes just as fabulous as the famous store-bought variety. As soon as the calendar said December, my daughter Meghan asked me, "When are we going to do some Christmas baking?!" Both of my kids love baking. They watch ...
Strawberry Banana Santa Hats
These Strawberry Banana Santa Hats are a healthy, easy treat for Christmas! How cute are these Strawberry Banana Santa Hats?! Something strange is happening this year. I didn't think I had the "fun food mom" in me, but here I am, making fun food creations for the kids. (Just a few weeks ago I ...
Low Carb Unstuffed Cabbage Soup
If you love stuffed cabbage rolls but hate how tedious they are to prepare, give this Low Carb Unstuffed Cabbage Soup a try! All the flavors in an easier, lower carb version!I was all set to make this Unstuffed Cabbage Soup when my husband Tim said, "Please stop feeding me carbs." Okay, ...
Homemade Peppermint Hot Cocoa Recipe
This Homemade Peppermint Hot Cocoa Recipe is made without refined sugar and is a delicious winter treat! It is cold outside and the snow just keeps coming. I am trying to embrace the season with the classic foods and drinks that scream winter, like soups, meals made with seasonal vegetables, and ...
Chocolate Covered Apple Turkey Pops
These Chocolate Covered Apple Turkey Pops are a fun, healthy, and CUTE Thanksgiving treat for the kids!I have a confession to make. I’m not really a fun food kind of mom. It’s not because I have anything against turning food into something creative. Actually, I see fun food creations and I think, ...
Perfect Bread Machine Dinner Rolls
You've just landed upon the recipe for the the most Perfect Bread Machine Dinner Rolls! You'll never be the same. Don't have a bread machine? I included the directions to make these without one, also! It might seem dramatic to call these dinner rolls perfect or life-changing, but I'd never ...
Butter and Herb Roasted Turkey Breast
Don't need a whole turkey? Try this Roasted Turkey Breast for your small holiday gathering! Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? I'm not this year; I only have to show up, probably with an appetizer or salad that travels well, and enjoy the fruits of someone else's labor. If you are ...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apples and Almonds
This Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apples and Almonds recipe will become a staple side dish for you! Heads up! This recipe was first published in 2011. Photos have been updated and I'm republishing it now so newer readers can find it. Enjoy! So, let's review for a minute here. ...
Natural Products I’m Loving Now: Beautycounter Edition
It's been a hot minute since I've shared a Natural Products I'm Loving Now Post. I get asked all the time when I'm going to post one, so I'd say this is waaaay overdue! This one is worth the wait, though, friends, because I'm beyond excited to introduce you to Beautycounter. Have you heard of ...