Web Coolness: July 4th ice cream cup wrappers, blue wine, and why you should let your kids eat what they want.
Here are our favorite food links from around the web this week. We hope that you enjoy them too! Blue wine? What will they think of next? Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Beer. Umm... maybe? Interesting take from a nutritionist mom about why she...
Make-Ahead Smoothie Packs that will up your smoothie game (without any extra work).
Making smoothies is easy, right? That's what everyone says and, while I know that it's true, I have to wonder why people don't make them more frequently. I can tell you why I don't make them as much as I should: Because it's kind of a pain in the butt to measure, cut,...
13 watermelon hacks and serving ideas you must try this summer.
You've done the work of picking the perfect watermelon and hauling it home, despite a weight that is roughly equal to that of a small toddler. Now it's time to enjoy your watermelon. Skip the boring cubes and opt for one of these watermelon hacks instead, which give...
Getting started on the Whole30 diet: 5 surprising things that happened during the first week.
If you're like me, you've had at least a friend or more who's done the Whole30 diet and you've been a little curious, but a little hesitant, because let's just say the list of off-limit foods is pretty dang long. But with a recent stomach ailment that's left my...
Next week’s meal plan: 5 easy recipes for the week ahead, from a summery take on chicken parm to build-your-own noodle bowls.
It’s time to get a head start on your meal plan for next week. From a lighter take on Chicken Parmesan to make-your-own Soba Noodle Bowls, we’ve got 5 easy weeknight meals that will get you through next week. So grab a pen, make your shopping list, and stock up before...
5 smart snacking tips to help keep from over-snacking.
I eat pretty well during the day. I start off with a lean, protein-packed breakfast, have some fruit before lunch, and am even able to stick to healthy, well-balanced afternoon meals. Then something happens: The kids come home and start snacking like crazy, and by 3...
Is your lettuce as clean as you think? The best way to wash your greens to keep them delicious, safe, and fresh.
No matter what I've read or been told, there is a part of me that wonders, “Do I really have to wash a few lettuce leaves for my sandwich?” or “Can my kids actually get sick if I give them that non-organic lettuce straight from the package!?” Because let's be honest:...
How to avoid ice cream freezer burn in 4 easy (and very important) steps.
There are few disappointments in life like returning to a gallon of ice cream for a late-night, kid-free splurge and discovering that what was once blissfully smooth and creamy is now spiked with ice crystals, far less flavorful, and also crunchy. Cue the ice cream...
The best travel snack recipes and ideas, to make getting there a breeze.
School's finally out for most of the country and summer break is here! If that means it's time to load up the car for a family vacation, then we've got some great travel snack recipes and ideas for you. Because the hardest part of the trip can be getting there, and...
Web Coolness: Surprise bread, Thai rolled ice cream, wine for cats & more.
Here are our favorite food links from around the web this week. We hope that you enjoy them too. And happy Father's Day to all the cool dads out there. Enjoy! Whoa, we'd love to eat a meal at one of these restaurants with amazing views. Maple Glazed Bacon on...
6 easy no-cook dinner recipes for hot summer nights.
Here in Nashville, we rarely have a summer day that doesn't cross the 90 degree threshold. So when I get home, I'm a lot more likely to be standing in front of the fridge with the door open, enjoying the arctic chill (and, uh, checking out the ice cream supply), than...
Next week’s meal plan: 5 easy recipes for the week ahead, from sheet pan salmon to skinny Honey Lemon Chicken.
It’s time to get a head start on your meal plan for next week. From an easy, zesty sheet pan salmon dinner to a 20-minute skinny version of take-out Honey Lemon Chicken, we’ve got 5 easy weeknight meals that will get you through next week. So grab a pen, make your...
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Non-toxic spring cleaning with salt: 8 unexpected uses in the kitchen beyond cooking.
Springtime means spring cleaning in my house and that means cleaning with salt. Yes, really. While there are some great natural cleaning products out there that are worth every dime (we love Better Life around here, and even housecleaning services use it), the...
Create a more sustainable kitchen with these 10 easy, eco-friendly ideas
With Earth Day coming up in April and spring cleaning season here, it's a great time to reflect on ways we can create a more eco-friendly home and a more sustainable kitchen. If your family spends as much time as my family of five does thinking about, preparing,...
Kitchen spring cleaning checklist: 7 kitchen tasks everyone forgets
With spring having sprung (and the words of Marie Kondo echoing in my head all these years later), I've been doing my best to kick-start kitchen spring cleaning before summer arrives. But one thing I've learned after all these years is it's so easy to miss certain...
Healthy comfort food recipes to get us through the winter without the extra pounds
Healthy comfort food recipes can be hard to come by. I mean I totally get the desire to start new diets in the new year, what with fresh beginnings and all. But when it's winter, I just want to cuddle up on the couch with a blanket and a big bowl of cheesy soup or...
How to tell if food is fresh: Tips for 7 of your top pantry staples
It's good to have some tricks for how tell if food is fresh and still good to eat -- as you know if you've ever opened a jar of half-used tomato sauce that seemed fairly new...only to find furry white spots of mold floating on top. While some spoiled food is quite...
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Change your margaritas with 10 delicious margarita variations
While we all love a classic margarita, these delicious margarita variations let you celebrate Cinco De Mayo, National Margarita Day, or just a well-earned weekend night in style. Pair them with one of the recipes from our favorite authentic Mexican food blogs and...
The best authentic Mexican food blogs: 6 favorites for Cinco de Mayo and every other day of the year.
I've had the best time seeking out the best Mexican food blogs serving up authentic Mexican cuisine in honor of Cinco de Mayo. I've always loved this holiday; in my hometown of New York City, May 5th marks a point in early spring when we're absolutely sure there's...
5 easy, delicious dinner ideas for those weeks that get unexpectedly busy | Weekly Meal Plan
This time of year always gets busier than we anticipate, and I always want to have easy weeknight dinner ideas on hand for those kinds of weeks. As the end-of-school commitments start ramping up, with hectic evenings driving everyone around -- let alone a quick...
7 spectacular macaroon variations for a big finish at Passover
We've explained many times that macarons are not to be confused with macaroons, the latter being a flour-free, gluten-free, generally chewy coconut cookie that's a favorite treat to finish off your Seder. This being Passover season, it's a perfect opportunity to...
5 easy spring recipes for the week ahead, from 35-minute lemony chicken cutlets to a fresh take on quesadillas | Weekly Meal Plan
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From 35-minute lemony chicken cutlets to sheet pan quesadillas, we’ve got five dinners that make good use of spring produce and lighter nights (yay!) to help get you through the busy week ahead. So...