Recipes

  L’Shana Tova to all who celebrate. This Roast Chicken with Thyme and Honey, from Leah Koenig’s The Jewish Cookbook, is one of those go-to meals that works as well for holiday dinners as it does for family meals all Fall long. Says Leah: “Flavored with sweet...

Cookies for breakfast? Why not, when they’re filled with fiber and protein-rich almond flour and free of added sugars like these. This recipe from our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore is a perfect “Back to School” choice—make them on a Sunday for a grab-and-go...

Looking for a healthier take on pizza? Try Portobello Mushroom Pizzas! Plus, if you have a picky eater on your hands it could be a win. Did you know that experts say putting new ingredients into familiar shapes or dishes (for instance, making mushrooms the base for...

There’s still a little bit of summer left, so why not make the most of it with a S’Mores Board! We love the version pictured above from The BakerMama (she is the authority on boards of all kinds, of course!). Below, some suggestions for making S’Mores everyone will...

This recipe from sisters Barbara and Carolina of Host to Perfection is, well, close to perfection. On hot summer nights, we’re always looking for recipes that don’t require us to turn on an oven—and this Summer Citrus Salad hits the spot. A nice alternative to a green...

This Mexican Street Corn Salad is the perfect summer dish to serve at a backyard BBQ. You can pre-make the mayo mixture so when the corn is cooled, it’ll be ready to serve quickly. Thank you to our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore of Cat with a K Cooks for sharing...

We were very successful last week at Blueberry picking at Silverman's Farm, definitely check it out before Blueberry season ends. Peach and Raspberry picking is also going on now so it would be a good time for a trip to Silverman's. With all the blueberries we have in...

  Summer is the perfect time for a quick and easy meal that’s also kid friendly after a day at camp or pool. That’s why we’re so excited to try these baked chicken nuggets from Elizabeth Lim, the mom behind our sister site, The Beach Cities Moms. Check out the 20...

  If you love making s'mores but want to skip the mess of roasting marshmallows, keep things toddler safe and make a lot at once, try these Sheet Pan S'mores from Maria Provanzano of From Scratch with Maria. The best part? You can enjoy them this way well after...

Celebrate the 4th of July with these festive red, white and blue popsicles! Not only are they adorable, but they’re made with protein-packed greek yogurt and fiber rich blueberries and strawberries.  Thank you to Sound Shore Moms for sharing!     What you’ll...

Just in time for summer, we rounded up some of the best spiked frozen drinks, popsicles and other desserts. If you love frosé, bookmark the list below for some fresh ideas, perfect for any summer soiree. We start with a new spicy twist on frosé, and then have some...

There’s a time and place for cooking an elaborate meal, and it’s not during the week. Especially when you are picking up from school, need to make dinner quick, bath and bed because everyone is exhausted. This one-pan skillet spaghetti recipe from Kathleen, the mom...

It is Taco Tuesday! Celebrate with your family tonight by enjoying this delicious recipe for Roasted Cauliflower Tacos with Avocado Crema from The Local Moms Network food contributor CatwithaK Cooks! Ingredients: Serves 4 Roasted Cauliflower: 1 large head of...

  Two things we’re loving right now—food boards and salads. We’ve been sort of obsessed with the gorgeous boards created by The BakerMama for awhile now. And with warmer weather, it feels nice to be turning off the oven for dinner more often, and loading up on...

These cookies look so good I cannot wait to make this week! Baking is something we love to do in our house, especially since last March so these Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread Cookies from The Local Moms Network contributor CatwithaK Cooks is perfect for us. Without any...

Spring weather has us having all the feels! And with that comes lighter eating! Check out this delicious recipe by @catwithakcooks. It's all in this light and fresh dressing! Enjoy! This easy no-cook recipe is bursting with spring flavors! It’s a beautiful, seasonal...

Need an easy lunch idea for the week? This super simple Restaurant Style Caesar Dressing can be thrown over salad (homemade or bagged) for a quick midday meal. Add grilled or rotisserie chicken strips for protein (or sub in chickpeas for a vegetarian option). And if...

This is the perfect Carrot Cake to bring to a party or make into cupcakes which is also healthy! The Local Moms Network contributor, CatwithaK Cooks, is sharing this gluten, butter and oil-free healthy treat! Make it with the kids and then everyone can enjoy...

Deciding what to make every night for dinner is one of the never-ending tasks of parenthood. Then, finding the time to cook whatever we decide to cook can also be a struggle. Finally, getting our kids to eat what we’ve made is hit or miss...That’s why we love...

  We’re always looking for weeknight dinner ideas that appeal to everyone in our families, from husbands to big kids to toddlers and even babies. That’s why this super simple but completely customizable Baked Potato Bar from The Baker Mama—a Dallas, TX-based mom...