If it was up to Anna, we would have Homemade Tomato Basil Bisque for dinner every night. She just loves this creamy tomato soup! I created this in an effort to duplicate one of my childhood favorites, Campbell’s tomato soup. This is my healthier, chunkier version. Hope you like it as much as I (and…
Archives for April 2015
Manicotti
Today’s addition to Kids in the Kitchen is Toby’s Manicotti. It is Italian goodness at its best! Toby learned the base that makes lasagna and other Italian favorites so popular- ricotta, mozzarella, parsley, eggs and Parmesan. Mmmmm! He’ll make a great husband some day! Manicotti is as easy as it is delicious and Toby shows…
Double Decker Tacos
This week we’re featuring Kids in the Kitchen. For tonight, Anna brings you Double Decker Tacos for your Taco Tuesday. It was a busy night so she had a little help from her friend, Haley, and big brother, Scotty. Sharing the kitchen is the best! Do you remember Taco Bell’s Double Decker Tacos? Do they…
Kids in the Kitchen
Here’s what my kids are cooking up this week and why…. Click on the links below to see pictures of my kids cooking and get the recipes. Scotty brings you his long time favorite, Huevos Rancheros. And, yes…it makes a great dinner!! Anna and her friend, Haley, bring us something new for Taco Tuesday, Double-Decker…
Breakfast for dinner tonight!
Huevos Rancheros is a popular weekend breakfast for us but dinner sometimes as well. Eric likes his smothered in green chile and the rest of us leave off the heat. It is super easy and quick to make. These are ingredients we always have on hand, which helps on a busy weekday night. Refried beans,…
Breakfast Burritos
I’ve been making these Breakfast burritos for many years. They are a weekend favorite and loved by all. Smother with green chili or do without, either way they hit the spot! The savory flavors of sausage and Potatoes O’Brien mix with scrambled eggs, cheese and green chile for a flavorful start to your day. We…
Mother’s Day Ideas
Pamper your mother with lavender this year… Lavender is a natural calming herb, proven to lower heart rate and blood pressure, by merely taking in its relaxing scent. (source: Health.com) Doesn’t this sound like the perfect way to spoil your mother this year on Mother’s Day?! Here are a couple of ways you can surprise…
Spicy Cucumber Margarita
Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner and I have the perfect, festive drink for your celebration…a Spicy Cucumber Margarita! I have made these a few times now and they always get rave reviews! I just take my favorite margarita and add cucumber and jalapeño for a light, refreshing, beautiful festive cocktail. Perfect for Cinco…
Veggie and Rice Stuffed Zucchini Boats
“wow! (pause….) wow!” This was my middle son’s reaction the first time I made Rice and Veggie Stuffed Zucchini Boats. It made my day! We were all pleasantly surprised by just how tasty these were. Yummy flavor combos! I love finding a healthy recipe that the kids like too! (It always helps when you…
Spring Vegetable Crock Pot Minestrone
Do you need a fast and easy weeknight meal? Nothing’s better than a crock pot dinner! This Spring Vegetable Minestrone combines in-season, spring veggies with the traditional minestrone flavors of beans, broth, pasta and Parmesan. Yum! I love embracing the season and trying new vegetables. I used the veggies below but feel free to try…