I am re-posting the kid-friendly dinner fun, because it’s almost Chinese New Year! What does this recipe have to do with Chinese New Year? It’s the year of the snake! _____________________________ Last week my daughter came home with a note in her agenda that said, Eat Snake for Dinner! She said the teacher was being silly. Or, was it her … Read More
Grab a Little Sunshine with the Sun’s Up Citrus Smoothie
The Sun’s Up Citrus Smoothie is an easy recipe that’s delicious and packed with sunny goodness. This is a quick blender recipe that includes both fresh fruit and vegetables. It’s delicious for breakfast or for an after school snack. Grab a Little Sunshine with the Sun’s Up Citrus Smoothie We are re-focusing on the quick and easy for back to … Read More
Kids Fun 101: Truffula Trees
When my friend asked me to bring Oreo cookie pops to her daughter’s birthday party, I could’t resist turning them into Truffula Trees for a little Kid Fun 101 ~ especially with the release of The Lorax Movie, which we happened to love! They’re actually quite easy to make and better yet, there is NO BAKING REQUIRED! I doubled my … Read More
Squash Monsters for Dinner
When my youngest was much littler than she is now, we used to play a game in the produce aisles throughout the fall. Every week she would select one new squash, because there are so many unique and colorful options to try that caught her eye. It was FANTASTIC; it encouraged taste testing and trying new foods and even … Read More
Pumpkin Pizza for Dinner….easy, quick & festive!
Cheesy Bacon Pumpkin Pizza by Jodie Fitz 1pizza dough 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and chopped 8 oz. Monterrey Jack Cheese (use the low fat) 1/8 cup light olive oil 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon onion salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup chopped olives Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees. Stir the garlic powder, onion salt and pepper together … Read More
Excess Candy? Left Over’s? Bake JUNK COOKIES!
Here it comes – Halloween. The kids are excited about their costumes and even more, the candy! It’s funny how the kids just LOVEtheir candy carrying contraptions no matter what the device. Plastic bag or fancy plastic pumpkin face, it’s the function that enamors them; to carry the prized possession of pounds of candy that they normally aren’t allowed to … Read More
Tortellini Toss
Quick Meals are at the top of my list now that school is back in full force and Tortellini Toss is one that made the dinner table this week. Here’s how we made it on the quick & easy side of the counter; This recipe can be made in 15 minutes on a busy night, IF you prep ahead of … Read More
Tropical Smoothie
When we turn the calendar to August I find myself wanting time to s-l-o-w d-o-w-n. As much as I love our northeastern seasonal changes I can’t help thoroughly enjoying the tropical feel of the summer days. One of our favorite seasonal blends is the Tropical Smoothie. It’s a sweet, savory blend of flavors mixed with a few cooking lessons for … Read More
Grilled Pizza
Like most families, we love pizza and often have a designated ‘pizza night’ for dinner. Summer is no exception to the rule, we simply move out side and turn to Grilled Pizza for a little change in the flavor combination. Have you ever grilled pizza? If not…you have to try it! It’s simple, delicious and just fun to make. We’ve … Read More
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken by Jodie Fitz Another simple mix with fabulous flavors…. 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast 8 oz. roasted red peppers 6 1/2 oz. quartered, marinated artichoke hearts* 2.25 oz. can of sliced olives 1 cup grape fresh tomatoes 1. Halve and pound the chicken. 2. Season the chicken fillets with salt & pepper and grill them … Read More