I know that many kids out there have been missing their school lunches -- because yes, some schools actually do have great cafeterias and no, the salami-and-cheese-stick meals I've been throwing together aren't quite the same. So while w…
Like so many other things in our lives, our regular weekly meal plans are hitting pause right now. We're not running to the grocery every time we run out of something, we're not seeking out exotic new ingredients from far-away markets, a…
Let's hear it for jarred tomato sauce! This pantry stable has helped my family get through rationing and bare grocery shelves while we settle in for the quarantine. And while most jarred tomato sauces are not known for their sophisticate…
As we spring forward without that extra hour of sleep this week (oof), at least we can appreciate the extra hour of daylight that hints at warmer days ahead. And, if there's a flavor I associate with warmer and sunnier days, it's lemon. …
Grab your pen and grocery list, because next week's meal plan is ready! We've found 5 great recipes that make smart use of your time in the kitchen. We have tips to stretch your cooking, so one session in the kitchen lasts for more than …
Even though I only recently learned of itameshi , which means "Italian food" in Japanese, the two cuisines have enjoyed a happy marriage in Japan for a long, long time. And while some of the ingredients may look familiar --al dente spagh…
Another week is here, and yes, you still have to feed your family. Every single night. But we have your back with 5 easy weeknight dinner recipes that your family will love...plus smart ways to get more than just one meal out of each coo…
Has sickness plagued your house like it has ours this winter? Ugh! If you're like me, and you're running on coffee and cold medicine right now, then here are 5 quick and easy meals that the whole family will like. So grab your pen and ma…
The holiday season is here in full force, and it can be sooo busy. So, we've found 5 great make-ahead dinners that will get you through these busy weeknights without too much stress. Use that extra time to go to holiday parties, get some…
We hope you all had a lovely Thanksgiving last week! Our tables were overflowing with delicious family recipes, but if you're anything like us you probably don't want to hear the word turkey this week. So, we have 5 easy meals (because w…
Ah, the holiday craziness is upon us: Searching for the right gift , hosting family and friends (SO. MANY. MEALS.) and balancing the school concerts, parties, events and more. Believe me, I love it, but by the end of a school or workday,…
These cold-weather germs are out to get us, parents. Here in Nashville, some schools are talking about closing because so many kids are out with the flu. It's no fun, so we've rounded up 5 delicious cold and flu-busting recipes for your …
Another week, another meal plan ready for you! And this week we're feeling sentimental, throwing back to some of our favorite childhood recipes...with some sophisticated upgrades. Your kids may even have fun getting in the kitchen to hel…
Next Thursday is Halloween! Are you ready? I'm definitely not, but I figured it would be fun to build my kids' anticipation all week long with fun (but not too hard) Halloween-inspired meals for dinner. I'm talking easy tricks that you c…
Our all-vegetarian meal plan this summer was a huge hit, so now that the weather's turned cooler we wanted to focus on vegetarian comfort-food meals with this weekly meal plan. From lasagna to chili and pot pie, we've taken our favorite …
Every once in a while a recipe takes flight – on the internet, that is. The recent posting of Grace Parisi’s Speedy Skillet Ravioli Lasagna at Food52, and from the new cookbook, Lasagna: A Baked Pasta Cookbook by Anna Hezel (available fr…
One of my favorite tricks for easy weeknight dinners is to use the Instant Pot. Even if I forget to thaw my ingredients or don't plan ahead, I can still have a nutritious meal ready fast. Plus, it's usually a one-pot dinner, which means …
Do you have picky eaters in your house? It can be so tough to spend an hour (at the hardest part of the afternoon, by the way) only to have your kids refuse to eat. But parents want to eat more than just chicken tenders all week, too. Ri…
This week’s weekly meal plan recommendations are here, and we’ve found some easy meals that feature September's best produce. Root veggies are finally ready, and we're starting to see winter squash. So meals featuring beets, Brussel spro…
In our experience, dinnertime is like the witching hour. The kids are tired and hungry -- never a good mix -- and you just want to get something on the table fast . So this week we've found 5 family-friendly meals that are all 30-minutes…
This week's weekly meal plan recommendations are here, and we've found some easy meals that feature August's best produce. I don't know about you, but my tomatoes are tasting perfect right now, so we're making the most of that! So grab a…
This week's weekly meal plan recommendations are here, and we've found some easy meals to get you through the rest of the week all using July's best, freshest produce. Pretty much all your summer veggies are coming in strong this month, …
If you're looking for vegan BBQ dishes everyone will love, you've come to the right place! Maybe you're one of the many vegetarian or vegans who won't be grilling up meat at your cookouts this summer. Or maybe you're an omnivore who's a …
This week's weekly meal plan recommendations are here, and we've found 5 tasty no-cook meals to get you through the hot week ahead. You won't turn your oven or stove-top on all week long, because who wants a warm kitchen when it's crazy …