Yum Who doesn’t love shrimp scampi? Butter, garlic, more butter…what’s not to like? I don’t usually count calories in what I cook-I’m more of the mindset of eating real food is better than eating the fake stuff that contains chemicals and other stuff you don’t want. So, eat the real butter but in moderation. Traditional […]
Back to School Must Haves!
It may only be the middle of July, but the summer seems to go faster and faster every year. Before you know it , the kids will be going back to school. And that means shopping! I was excited to be invited by Momtrends to their annual Back to School Blogger Bash! This year was […]
Kids Coughing? I’m Talking about the best natural remedy on the Dr. Oz Show!
On Monday, February 22. 2016 I had the honor of appearing on the Dr. Oz show, “The Truth Behind America’s Biggest Foods”, to talk about Buckwheat Honey and its amazing health benefits! As you probably already know, it is so important for me to find safe, natural alternatives to over the counter medications that I […]
Tofu Chickpea and Spinach Curry
Yum I wasn’t always a cook. Single and living in NYC, I used my oven for storage until I was 30 years old, so when my 7-year-old has recently taken a huge interest in wanting to learn to cook on her own, I was thrilled! She actually has decided she wants to go on […]
More School Lunch Ideas
I love sending Isabella off to school to with fun, nutritious lunches. It’s important to fuel our kids with healthy foods and snacks so they can do their best throughout the school day. But, as busy moms they need to be easy and quick to put together too. Here are some more of our favorites! […]
Summer Side Dishes
Yum Summer cooking for me is all about fresh, seasonal ingredients and, most importantly, no fuss. I want to spend less time cooking and more time enjoying the summer and eating! Here are some Summer side dishes we made this past weekend that were not only healthy and delicious, but were super easy and came […]
How to Cook Dried Beans
Yum Dried beans are a great staple to keep on hand for inexpensive, healthy meals. I do keep canned on hand as well to use in a pinch, but I much prefer dried. Whether on their own as a side dish, or added to soups, salads, or stews they are a great source of protein. […]
D.I.Y. Taco Seasoning….Say goodbye to those little packets forever!
Most people know that I’m not really a fan of buying prepackaged stuff that I can make myself cheaper and healthier. But, what I am a fan of is convenience. So, quick and easy is a requirement. I love to make my own taco seasoning mix. I can control what I put in it, its healthier, […]
This Italian Girl Needs Her Pasta…Here Are My Picks for the Best Tasting Alternative Pastas!
I love pasta. Is there anyone that doesn’t? In addition to it being delicious , it’s such an easy way to pull together dinner on a busy weeknight. But, we don’t eat ” regular ” pasta at home as much anymore. I set out to find the best tasting alternative pastas. I’ve tried a LOT […]
Veggie Stir Fry over Cauliflower Fried Rice
Mid week and one day closer to Friday. Yay! After what I thought was an overwhelming amount of produce on Sunday, I am now almost through everything I picked up at the Farmers Market. So, what to cook? Stir fry! What I love about a stir fry is that you can basically use whatever veggies […]
