Recipes & Cooking

Whew….it’s been a long hot summer and the unofficial end of summer is upon us.  Most of you may be preparing for a big three-day weekend.  If so, you will need some end of the summer bbq ideas.   Of course Labor Day Weekend doesn’t mean you have to stop grilling outside but it’s a good excuse to have one big grilling party. Here are some fun grilling ideas for the weekend.

Whether you are in the thick of it or just about to start, it’s time to think about making school lunches for your kids.  And when we are planning to send our kids off for the day, we want to make sure they are eating healthy meals.   So here are a few healthy school lunch recipes and ideas for a good school lunch!

We have always heard that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.”  So get your kids off on the right foot with some of these fun and healthy breakfast ideas.  It doesn’t take hours in the kitchen to serve a healthy breakfast, just some planning.

As we prepare our kids to go back to school, we are also thinking about what to send along with them in their new lunch boxes.  Our kiddos love running to the cafeteria to see what surprises we have placed in their lunches, so it’s a good idea to create some fun, exciting meals for them.   Here are some fun ideas for lunch.

School is upon us and so is getting back to a regular routine.  And that means making sure our kids eat something healthy before they go to school in the morning. But getting our kids to eat something good for them takes a little bit of strategy.  So why not consider creating a healthy Breakfast Popsicle for their enjoyment.   Here are a few fun recipes to try out.

We all know how important it is to drink plenty of water before, during and after a workout.  But what is best to eat after a workout?  As with any diet plan, balance and moderation are best, but there are certain foods that are best after you workout your body.

Are you planning something fun for the 4th of July?  If so, you may be looking for a dessert to bring to a bbq or for your own get together.  And nothing works better than a Red, White and Blue dessert to honor our country.  

One of the best parts about summer is the food we eat!  This is the perfect time of year to enjoy burgers on the grill, corn on the cob and a fresh slice of watermelon.  But it’s also the perfect time to plan a summer BBQ!  So if you are planning something fun this summer, here are some tips to get you started.

The summer can put a damper on keeping a regular schedule! From running to camps to the pool to kids just playing outside for hours, it’s almost impossible to make sure kids are eating during the summer months. Here’s Kids Summer Snack Mix to make sure your kids are eating something of value.

We all know how busy mornings can be!  And we will do almost anything to take the stress out of mornings!  One thing that will definitely help is having a plan for breakfast.  You know the saying, “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” so here are some easy breakfast ideas for the family to make your life a lot easier.

Brunch is a meal that's perfect for special occasions -- but it doesn't have to be.  Brunch can be enjoyed at any time and by any one!  So why not prepare one of these five wonderful brunch ideas this weekend.

We all know how busy life can get. Between school, weekly practices and game night, we have very little time for cooking a family meal. One kitchen tool that makes family meals so much easier is the crockpot or slow cooker. 10 Crock Pot Dinner Ideas for Game Night:

Being prepared is one of the key ingredients to any great meal.

Cooking a dinner may sound simple, but having the time daily to prep isn't that common for most Sports Moms. Being prepared is one of the key ingredients to any great meal. So what's the best way to prepare? Chris Huston has some great tips on meal preparation and getting organized.