Category: purees

As the school bells chime and the backpacks are prepped, I understand that the back-to-school hustle can be a whirlwind of activity. Getting dinner on the table when there’s homework to be done or after school activities like sports can be a challenge. The good news? You can make your days smoother (and tastier!) by …

Can’t believe we’re wrapping up August! I’m sure lots of you are in the swing of being back at school. Here’s what recipes we’re making this week! What are you looking forward to cooking this week?  BREAKFAST: For our smoothies this week we’re making Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie, Vanilla Avocado Greens Smoothie, Tropical Lassi and Mango Spiced Smoothie. For weekend …

When it comes to school snacks, we all want to give our kids something yummy, nutritious, and exciting. Whether they need a mid-morning boost or a quick nibble between classes, the right snacks can keep their energy up and their spirits high. Having this list of 15 Snacks for Kids School Lunch handy can mean the …

Have you ever found yourself with overripe bananas that you can’t finish in time? Don’t toss them away! Obviously making banana bread out of them is an easy fix, but if you don’t have time for that, freezing bananas is a simple and practical solution to avoid food waste and still create delicious treats. Keep …

With juicy watermelon cut into festive star shapes and plump blueberries skewered all together, these 4th of July Fruit Wands are not only a refreshing summer delight but also a visually stunning addition to your Independence Day spread. Make your celebration extra sweet and colorful with this recipe! Pin Why I Love This Recipe Abracadabra, …

This is the best baked coconut shrimp recipe you’ll ever make! They’re ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for a healthy appetizer or dinner entree and the whole family will love them! Pin Why I Developed This Recipe When I first moved to New York City in my late teens, I lived across the street …

We’ve had some nice spring days recently here and LA and I for one am loving it! Especially because more and more spring produce is popping up at the farmers market. Here’s this week’s meal plan! BREAKFAST: This Matcha Vanilla Date Smoothie gives us so much energy and tastes incredible. We’ll also make Pregnancy Smoothies (don’t let the …

Chicken Meatballs with Mini Wheel Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that even the pickiest of eaters will want time and time again. Pin Not only is this recipe a crowd pleaser, but all you need to add is a vegetable or salad and you have a complete meal that only takes minutes …

Looking for a hearty and flavorful stew to warm you up on a chilly evening? Look no further than this delicious Smoky Red Lentil Stew. Not only is it easy to make, but it’s also packed with protein with a smoky kick from smoked paprika. Pin With a couple vegetarians in the family (and as …

Not sure how to use the last few tablespoons of pumpkin puree in the can? Make this Sweet Pumpkin Quesadilla for a simple tasty treat! Pin What To Do with Leftover Pumpkin Puree? Recently, I had about a quarter cup of pumpkin purée leftover from making Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal in the Crock Pot. Isn’t that …