Easy Recipes

  • How to Make Kool-Aid Ice Cubes

    I still make flavored ice cubes with my kids from time to time. Let me show you how easy it is to make Kool-Aid Ice Cubes! You will need to make Kool-Aid Ice Cubes: Water Kool-Aid Mix (sweetened or unsweetened) Pitcher Ice Cube Trays Directions: Fill your pitcher…

  • Quick & Creative Lunchbox Ideas

    Thank you to Mott’s® for sponsoring this article. Grab goodness on-the-go with Mott’s®. It’s not uncommon to see adorable lunchbox pictures strewn all over Pinterest. While I love the way they look as really fun ideas for kids the reality is, I’m a busy mom of four. I…

  • Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

    What is your favorite comfort food? As the chill of fall fills the air, I love curling up in a blanket and eating my favorite comfort food: chicken and dumplings. When I was a little girl, I would beg my mom to cook dumplings for dinner. Now as…

  • Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix Recipe

    We eat tacos regularly in our house as they are quick and easy and they are one of our meals the kids don’t complain about. One night, though, my husband started to make tacos only to realize that our taco seasoning container was completely empty. I heard an…

  • Caramel Cashew Popcorn Balls Recipe

    I received a Good Cook Popcorn Ball Kit in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. When I was young I remember going trick or treating and being given homemade treats.  My favorite of treat to receive was the brightly colored popcorn balls in cellophane.  I…

  • Super Easy Halloween Cupcakes Decorating Ideas!

    If you love cupcakes, then you know that Halloween cupcake decorating ideas are a must! Decorating cupcakes is just so fun and simple to do! No matter what you want to put on them, you can! I love using leftover candy from Halloween and really having fun decorating…

  • Kids Lunch Box Packing Tips & Olive Salad Recipe!

    I received Lindsay olives samples and compensation for this recipe and kids lunch box packing tips in this post. All opinions and ideas are my own. Have your children ever complained, “Not another PB&J” about their school lunches? Most of the time, my kids are just fine and…

  • Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon Recipe

    Getting our families to eat their greens can sometimes be a challenge. I have found that when the food taste good, they tend to be more agreeable about it. This recipe is one that I have come to love. It is earthy and hearty. Fills you up as…

  • Easy Dinner Recipes: Double Cheese Tuna Melt Recipe

    I received a Target gift card to shop for ingredients as well as StarKist and Flatout samples in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. I love simple and easy dinner recipes, they just make life so much easier! So, when I received a challenge to…

  • Easy Pork and Broccoli Slaw Stir Fry Recipe

    I love when I am searching through my pantry or fridge and discover the ingredients that, when put together, become a family favorite.  I’ve done this several times.  I have to admit I feel a bit like a culinary genius, though I know I’m far from it.  I…

  • Easy Halloween Treats – Halloween S’mores Dip

    This Halloween S’mores Dip is spooky, but oh so simple to make! There’s nothing scarier than being hungry at Halloween! Crazy simple to make, and oh so fun, you’ll never want to make another s’mores dip ever again! And forget about the need for fire…these s’more are simple…

  • Cornbread Waffles and Chili

    A few weeks back, I began the quest to find delicious, quick, and inexpensive recipes that my family could enjoy for dinner. Tired of cooking the same meals countless times, I decided to summon my friends for their input and advice. A friend recommended the idea of cooking…