It’s almost Cinco de Mayo (AKA drink margaritas day) and we’re going to be seeing lots of themed parties over the weekend.   So, in honor of all the things we’re celebrating, the beautiful weather, the coming of summer and finally breaking out the …read more

    No matter the month, each season has it’s challenges that tap our time and stretch our schedules. Everybody I talk to always feels really busy!  We have so much on our plates there’s no time to put food on them!   Cheaper than …read more

  Feeding a family is … hectic. With the spouses and kids running off in every direction at different times; how do you make sure everyone gets a quick and healthy breakfast?   Here’s a brilliant idea – frozen breakfast burritos. This inexpensive and delicious breakfast …read more

  Be it carbs, gluten or calories – lots of people are trying to cut down on pasta Especially, my family. So, I’m always playing with recipes that give us all the familiar flavors of the pasta dishes we love, without the pasta. This recipe …read more

  Here’s a cozy retro meal with a fresh twist.   Want to make somebody’s face light up? Just say “grilled cheese and tomato soup” and watch them go right back to their childhood.      Everyone I know has a fond memory associated with …read more

  You know I love recipe mash-ups! I was thinking – what if lasagna and an enchilada casserole had a baby?   The answer – I’d eat it!    And so, I made it.   Imagine, all your favorite Mexican flavors, chili and cumin, hearty …read more

    You know that waffle iron you got as a wedding gift?  It’s probably in the dark recesses of your kitchen cabinet behind all the other things you use once a year. Well, I’d like to let the humble waffle iron see the light …read more

  My kids are no longer in school so I’m blissfully detached from the school year schedule. But I’m not detached from the morning chaos all families have in common.   Here’s one trick I’ve found, if I make self-serve breakfasts to everyone can easily …read more