This post contains affiliate links. These 30 Back To School Essentials might not be the most obvious selections, but they are life-changing. Be prepared for the first day of school with these family, car and school supplies. Who's ready for back to school? Me! Me! Meeeeeee! You too? Sure, the mornings are early and the evenings are busy. But routine? And a quiet ...
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Easy Grilled Veggie Foil Packets
This post was sponsored by Better Than Bouillon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. I love summer, I really, really do. But like most moms, I'm feeling the drain of off-balanced routines and sun-worn kids. My husband went off to take the kids to camp the other day and I parted with, "I love you all. ...
Summer Pizzas for the Grill
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Sargento®. The opinions and text are all mine. Mix and match seasonal produce for these incredibly tasty Summer Pizzas that we’re cooking up on the grill. With just a few quality ingredients, these are easy to make and even easier to enjoy! I easily get in a cooking rut in the summer. A protein and veggie on the ...
Obsession-Worthy Cucumber Zoodle Tuna Poke Bowls
Bring the poke bowl trend to your kitchen by making these Cucumber Zoodle Tuna Poke Bowls. Marinated fresh tuna, bright veggies and a delicious spicy mayo top thick cucumber noodles for a perfect light lunch or dinner. Tuna poke bowls are all the rage, and I'm jumping on that bandwagon. Give me some fresh seafood, pile it on a bed of rice, and then top it off with fresh veggies, ...
Make This Hoisin Grilled Chicken for Supper Tonight
Sweet, just slightly spicy, and perfectly tangy - this hoisin grilled chicken stays moist thanks to the marinade and gets an extra flavor boost with a last minute hoisin glaze. Light her UP! It's grill-season, and I am ready for some Hoisin Grilled Chicken. So are the kids. I've found I'm much more likely to get my boys to eat dinner when it's grilled. I think it's ...
Treadmill Workouts to Keep Indoor Running Fun
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Primo®. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Banish boring treadmill workouts with these fun runs. Mix up the intensity, incline and pace to make your treadmill workouts more effective and enjoyable! Some people workout because they love the burn of exercise. I work out because I love food. I’m not saying that it ...
Mediterranean Style Loaded Street Fries
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of McCain Foods. The opinions and text are all mine. #MyMcCainPotatoes #CollectiveBias Mediterranean Style Loaded Street Fries are perfect for game-time snacking. Seasoned curly fries are loaded with fresh, crisp veggies, feta and a creamy tahini dressing. Spring is full of great sporting events - basketball, soccer, ...
Grilled St. Louis Style Ribs with DIY Spice Rub
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GetGrillingSmithfield #SmithfieldGrillingHero #CollectiveBias Whether you're the local pitmaster or a rookie when it comes to the grill, this recipe for Grilled St. Louis Style Ribs will be perfect for your next BBQ. I used to be intimidated by the grill. I'm not sure why. ...
Spring Coq Au Vin (Fancy for Chicken and Veggies)
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Plugrá Butter®. The opinions and text are all mine. Our version of Spring Coq au Vin takes a lighter approach to this classic French dish with seasonal veggies and a light butter-wine sauce. Coq au Vin literally translates to Chicken and Wine. Traditional Coq au Vin is one of my favorite dishes. In fact, when I got ...
How to Host the Best Blind Wine Tasting Party Ever
Host the best blind wine tasting party ever with this fun party idea. BYOB (or in this case, 'W') has never been so fun! A number of years ago my sister and I wanted to throw a 'big' birthday party for my mom. We wanted to invite her very large crew of awesome friends, but we didn't have a huge budget to work with. We needed to provide wine for a number of people that had discerning ...
Guinness Chocolate Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing
This Guinness Chocolate Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing should be priority number #1 this St. Patrick's Day! Priority #2 - deciding if you'll serve it with a glass of Guinness or Baileys! I don't usually get excited about St. Patrick's Day. I'm not aware of having any Irish blood, drinking green beer was only a novelty in college, and wearing green so I don't get pinched by a leprechaun ...
Why My Family Chose to Host an Exchange Student
As with many of the major decisions my husband and I have made together, we didn't think on our decision to host an exchange student. It just felt right. It may not be that easy of a decision for other families, but hosting a year-long exchange student didn't take much discussion for us. In fact, it was a simple text message. I received email one morning from my boys' elementary school ...
Curried Couscous with Chickpeas & Broccoli
Curried Couscous with Chickpeas and Broccoli has been one of my favorite meal-prep friendly lunches for years, but it could also be a side dish or vegetarian-friendly entree. I think I first made this curried couscous recipe for a playdate about ten years ago. Despite the somewhat unique combination of ingredients, everyone loved it. Well, the adults did at least. ;) Ten years ago, I ...
Risotto Style Farro with Wild Mushrooms & the Perfect Glass of Vino
This post was sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Risotto-style farro with wild mushrooms and blistered tomatoes is best served with a glass of Chianti. This delicious food and Italian wine pairing is the perfect combo to enjoy on a cold winter night. Do you have something that ...
Smoked Salmon Waffles with Veggie Cream Cheese
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BetterWithEggo #LeggoYourEggo #CollectiveBias Smoked Salmon Waffles may sound odd at first, but try it and you'll quickly realize why it's a thing! Whole grain waffles topped with veggie cream cheese and lox is a major win for savory breakfast lovers. We think waffles just might be the new ...
Olive Oil & Citrus Mini Bundt Cakes for Tea Time
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TeaProudly #MyHotTeaMonth #CollectiveBias Olive Oil & Citrus Mini Bundt Cakes are a tasty bite-sized treat to serve with your favorite cup of tea. Easy to make and delicately flavored, it's a perfect pairing. When it comes to baking, I'm my own worst critic. Partially because I ...