Caroline Siegrist, Author at Cool Mom Eats

Power pregnancy foods for plenty of protein, tons of nutrients, and best of all, no heartburn.

by Caroline Siegrist | Nov 1, 2016 | Tips + Tricks

Now that I’ve finished the first trimester of pregnancy, I’ve said good riddance to morning sickness (well, for the most part) and hello to a lot more energy and a bigger appetite. Which is great, since I can finally focus on (i.e, stomach) proper prenatal...

Mastering fall (and the coming winter too) with 6 chili recipes that cook in 30 minutes or less.

by Caroline Siegrist | Oct 29, 2016 | Recipes

I’ve been willing it to be fall since, oh, mid-August. Now that I’m finally seeing the first leaves change, no one’s stopping me from making chili. Lots and lots of chili. I’m partial to the kind that melts cheese and sour cream upon contact....

8 comfort foods that let you eat your feelings between now and election day.

by Caroline Siegrist | Oct 26, 2016 | Recipes

Ah, election season. A time of elevated public discourse, stimulating debate on the issues that matter most, and constant reminders of why democracy is the best political system on earth. Well, maybe not so much this year. If 2016’s presidential race has you...

7 Halloween drinks that are the perfect combo of spooky and sweet.

by Caroline Siegrist | Oct 10, 2016 | Halloween, Party!, Recipes

If there’s one time to indulge in totally outrageous, decadent drinks, it’s Halloween. Whether you like the tried-and-true dry ice trick (never gets old!), fake blood, or going for a color that definitely doesn’t occur in nature, we’ve found...

Kitchen hack: 5 tricks you need to make box cake mix taste like homemade.

by Caroline Siegrist | Oct 4, 2016 | Tips + Tricks

Let’s be honest: Everyone buys box cake mix on occasion, especially busy parents with commitments to PTO, Girl Scouts, and bake sales. Lots of bake sales. Oh, and birthday parties that hit at the busiest times too. (Why does it always work out that way?!) Hey,...