More than 40 summer grilling recipes: More than you can shake a pair of tongs at.
If you've got grilling on the brain for family dinners, Father's Day or summer entertaining overall -- because who doesn't, really -- we've gone through our archives over the years to pull together enough summer grilling ideas to get you through every weekend of...
7 Father’s Day breakfast recipe ideas made especially for dad
One way to start the day right this coming Father's Day is by making a special breakfast just for your favorite dad. These recipes are simple, delicious, and festive. Many are also easy enough that the kids can help. (And, if not, have them work on one of these...
13 gourmet gifts for the dad who loves to cook, or just loves to eat | 2015 Father’s Day Gift Guide.
Father’s Day will be here before you know it and, of course, we think gourmet gifts are a great way to go. Whether he's a serious foodie, home cook, weekend barbecue warrior, or just a dude who loves eating, we have so many ideas, that we hope you'll find one that's...
10 easy, healthier popsicle recipes for kids that let you say yes to frozen treats all summer long.
When the temperature starts to climb, I have no problem reaching for something frozen on a stick to cool all of us off. And I especially love when that popsicle treat is actually pretty good for our bodies, too, with healthier ingredients blended in to create...
5 summery grilled chicken recipes that will make chicken for dinner exciting again.
If your family is anything like mine, you eat a lot of chicken. It’s among the most popular main dishes, especially for families, because it’s so versatile and because lots of kids will actually eat it unlike other protein—but chicken can also get boring. One of my...
12 of the cutest printable teacher cards to make all those thoughtful food gifts more fun
Big or small, sometimes a food gift is just what's called for when it comes to a gift for those teachers, coaches, and other school staff who have done so much for our kids over the year. Which doesn't mean you have to go nuts and spend hours on some fancy tarte...
5 absolutely gorgeous kitchen countertop storage ideas that blend function with I want that.
There are times when a totally clear kitchen countertop looks fantastic. But then there's the real world, where the kitchen is often a swirl of activity and the center of home life. Things -- many, many things -- will inevitably land on the countertops. However, this...
5 of the best waffle recipes that prove they aren’t just pancakes in a different shape
Pancakes get all the glory, but the truth is that their preferred status is based on a lie. See, most folks think that waffles can be made with pancake batter, which makes them nothing more than pancakes in a fussier shape (that requires special equipment, no less)....
Skinny comfort food recipes that gently ease you into healthier eating
As soon as spring hits, I immediately try to switch food gears by ditching all that stick-to-your-ribs winter fare in favor of super light meals instead. It’s a good impulse, but sudden changes like these rarely last more than a week for me. Know what I mean? After...
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Our kitchen spring cleaning checklist: 7 easy tasks you won’t want to forget.
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 spring cleaning before summer arrives. But one thing I've learned after all these years, is it's so easy to miss certain tasks...
New year, new kitchen: 7 steps to a clean, better organized one for the New Year
When January 2nd rolls around, my kitchen is a mess. The fridge is stuffed full of random leftovers, and the pantry is overflowing with half-full boxes of crackers, cereal and snacks left behind from having all of the kids home 24/7 for almost a month. As daunting...
Whether you DIY or buy, we have 10 easy ideas for a beautiful Thanksgiving table. . . no crafting skills required.
This Thanksgiving, I'm ditching the "aspirational" Instagram feeds with their super-creative (and mind-boggling) table decor ideas that require either a big investment of money or time to achieve. Instead, I've decided to simplify beautifully with these easy...
How to tell if food is fresh: Awesome kitchen tricks
Have you ever opened a jar of half-used tomato sauce only to find furry white spots of mold floating on top? While some spoiled food is quite obvious—all you need do is open the container and take a whiff—others are less so. Especially pantry staples that you tend...
5 easy ways to drink more water, because we all need it
I'm not sure why it's so hard to drink our daily recommended amount of water, but it just is. I'm trying to do better this year and know that others at Cool Mom HQ are too, so I've found a few ways to make it a little easier. Because even when it's freezing cold...
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Weekly meal plan: 5 easy meals for the week ahead, including great Memorial Day cookout recipes
A new batch of weekly meal plan recommendations is here, and it's Memorial Day at end of this week! So we've found a tasty recipes perfect for your upcoming weekend cookouts, plus easy meals to get you through the rest of the week. So grab a pen, make your shopping...
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 meals for a busy week on the go
Alright, parents: I have a busy week coming up, so I need to think ahead and come up with some meal plan ideas for quick meals that will keep my family satisfied and nourished for some of these longer nights we have ahead of us (yay spring sports). I'm also looking...
5 great family dinners from 5 favorite cookbook authors
I'm not really sure how it is that we are heading into the last week in April, but here we are! It seems like every week I am trying to rekindle my passion for cooking, and one way to do that is to revisit or seek out a few new recipes from cookbooks from some of...
Beat it, eggs! 6 fantastic egg-free brunch ideas for Easter and beyond.
Eggs get all the attention at brunch, especially Easter brunch. They’re an easy choice for many hosts and families, but you may be serving guests – vegans, picky kids, or those with allergies – who don't eat eggs. Besides, eggs can be temperamental, and serving...
