home·mak·ing {noun} the creation and management of a home, especially as a pleasant place in which to live
My Grandpa was notorious for always asking what the plan was for our next meal, often times while we were eating our current meal. I think that is where I got my love for having a good plan from 🙂 One of his favorite meals was breakfast. Whether it was cinnamon toast in bed, hardContinue reading Grandpa Pals’ Sunday Morning Waffles
I don’t think LOVE is a strong enough word to describe my adoration for frosting and I’ve finally perfected my favorite in this recipe.
This is probably one of my most popular recipes among my family!
My dad first made this recipe for our family from a cookbook for firefighters when I was growing up. Over the years we have made it for cross country pasta pot-luck parties, Sunday family dinners, and taken it to many friends who needed a warm meal. I’ve modified it slightly, upping the protein, reducing theContinue reading Dinner for 9 for Under $9! {Baked Spaghetti}
Well this weekend it was 82 degrees out, which for a September in Texas is our autumn equivalent of 65 with red, orange, and yellow leaves falling gently from the sky. I immediately pulled out everything maroon, olive, and gold from my decorations and purchased everything pumpkin flavored at the grocery store. I also feltContinue reading Comfort Foods Collide: Mac & Cheese meets Chili!
This recipe is a frequent feature in our family’s weekday breakfast rotation!
Spaghetti squash is quickly becoming a staple in our house. You can make a variety of cuisines with it AND best of all, it is a hit with eaters of all ages. Below is an Italian favorite, lighted up! You could also make a Vegan/Vegetarian version if you passed on the shrimp and loaded upContinue reading Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Primavera {Whole30} {Paleo}
I recently ordered this on a date night at a local restaurant and KNEW I had to recreate it at home. Here is my best attempt and I think you’ll be pretty pleased! Ingredients: 2 sprigs of mint leaves 2 parts pomegranate juice, chilled 1 part orange juice, chilled 1 part orange flavored sparkling water,Continue reading Pomegranate Mint Martini {Mocktail}
A month after we were married, my husband and I hosted our first Easter brunch with our families. I was very excited as I’ve always prided myself on being the “hostess with the mostess”. Growing up, our family always ate hard-boiled eggs on Easter morning so I was sure to put this on the menu. Continue reading Easter Deviled Eggs {Whole30 Compliant}
This Buddha bowl is a go-to in our house for both lunches and dinners. See the pictures below for ideas on how best to pack this for on-the-go!