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So imagine my shock and, I’ll admit it, a little bit of horror when we had these Mississippi Mud Brownies not too long ago and he told me they were…wait for it…too chocolatey. Gasp What was more shocking was that I completely loved them and did not think they were too chocolatey and that when they were coupled with a Diet Coke, they formed the New Breakfast of Champions. What was bad is that I tried adding a graham cracker crust (which ended up not being a great idea–let’s not mess with perfection here) and I thought it would be weird to send my husband to work with a big pan of brownies along with instructions to scrape off the bottom layer, so I was stuck with a whole 9×13″ pan of the most devilishly awesome brownies that my life partner had deemed “too chocolatey....

I don’t know about you, but my kiddos wake up from nap and want their snack immediately, if not before. Actually, M wants to know what snack is going to be as I tuck her in for nap. (She also asks what’s for breakfast every night before bed. Already food obsessed at age 4?!) So I always need to have on-hand healthy kids snacks prepped and practically waiting, which isn’t easy since I have a full-time job with deadlines and conference calls going on while they nap....

58 Published Nov 23, 2019, Updated Jul 28, 2022 My Birth Plan Until the week before my due date I didn’t have a written birth plan, but I knew all along that I wanted to aim for a low-intervention, unmedicated vaginal birth. In preparation, I read the book Expecting Better (which has a chapter about the pros/cons of getting an epidural) and then my cousin recommended the book Natural Hospital Birth, which helped me understand the reality of having a natural birth at the hospital, where often times medicine and interventions can be pushed on you....

4.75 9 Published Jul 24, 2024, Updated Oct 07, 2024 Most of the pesto has been used to make my pesto pasta salad, pesto salmon and this delicious one pan pesto chicken dish, which has definitely become a new family favorite this summer. Even my kids are obsessed and gobble it up! This recipe features a variety of fresh summer veggies like zucchini, bell pepper, broccoli and tomatoes and it’s SO easy to whip up....

5 17 Published May 23, 2012, Updated Sep 20, 2024 Ingredients Needed fresh, firm fish fillets – you can use salmon, red snapper or cod lime vegetables – garlic, onion and tomato. herbs and spices– rosemary, thyme, parsley and paprika. What to Serve With Baked Fish You really can’t go wrong with any sort of vegetable or grain as a side with this baked fish recipe. The herby, tomato topping with fresh lime juice does have a Caribbean vibe going on which makes me want to serve this dish with rice (maybe even coconut rice) and black beans....

This lassi has the natural sweetness of Gulkand and the digestive benefits of betel leaves. It is a must-try for anyone who loves to experiment with traditional Indian flavors. Why Make Paan Lassi? Unique, refreshing flavor with digestive benefits Combines dessert and drink in one Perfect for summer, keeps you cool and hydrated Quick and easy to make Ingredients Curd: Adds a creamy texture and probiotic benefits to the dish....

Start off with a pretty basic chicken salad combo with cooked chicken, green onions, a little sour cream and mayo (I use light for both), and some salt, pepper, and curry powder. It’s not abnormal to have something juicy and sweet in a chicken salad. Often times you see grapes, or even tropical mango and pineapple in our Teriyaki Chicken Salad (have you guys all tried that one? Super old post; it’s the bomb....

You can use perfectly ripe fresh peaches, overripe peaches, or even frozen peaches. Plus you can make these ahead of time too because they freeze beautifully. Crumble bars (like these rhubarb crumble bars or any other kind!) are some of my favorite fruit desserts to make, all year long! They are a great way to use up frozen fruits that you store in your freezer, or to use up all the fresh fruit you can find in summer....

5 30 Published Apr 08, 2015, Updated Jun 12, 2023 I guess toast always seemed a little plain, not super healthy and not very filling. Things changed once I found out that there are some healthy breads out there (like Sprouted Grain Ezekiel bread). I began to make toast more often and started experimenting with different toppings. I think this was also around the same time I was introduced to the world of nut butters beyond plain ol’ peanut butter....

So, I had originally planned to call this recipe Southern cornbread. It’s the sweet, buttery kind I grew up with in North Carolina and it just tastes like the South to me. However, I then found out what makes a true Southern version of cornbread. Southern cornbread is typically made with cornmeal, buttermilk, eggs and a small amount of sugar. It does not use flour. It’s generally denser and more crumbly, with a coarse texture....

My simple marinade for these ramen eggs includes mirin, soy sauce, and one non-traditional secret ingredient! What are ramen eggs? Japanese ramen eggs or ajitsuke tamago, (also referred to as ajitama or sometimes as soy sauce eggs / shoyu tamago / shoyu eggs), are soft boiled eggs that are typically marinated in a sweet-salty soy sauce and mirin mixture. This marinade lends ramen eggs their characteristic umami taste and that brown color on the outside....

Ingredient and Recipe Notes Pork Tenderloin – Pork tenderloin is usually packaged like this, with two tenderloins per package. Make sure you’re getting plain pork tenderloin with no extra marinades added before packaging. Note that this is pork tenderloin, not a pork loin roast which is much much bigger. The tenderloin is about the size of your forearm- well, if you’re a medium framed woman, not a huge muscular man. It’s the same cut of meat used for this sweet and sour pork dish....

Hello October! I think it may be my most favorite month. It’s got pumpkins, it’s got beautiful leaves, it’s got my birthday near the end of the month! And, of course, Halloween. We start gearing up for the season at the end of September and I’m always so ready for it to be today. October 1st! I can finally put out pumpkins on the front steps and decorate the house with leaves and gourds and maybe a spooky skeleton or two....

5 7 Published Sep 18, 2014, Updated May 22, 2024 This week was one of those weeks that I was totally on top of things. On Sunday I made a batch of grilled teriyaki chicken, cooked a pot of lentils, roasted some butternut squash, and made a lemon kale salad with edamame. I’ve been doing quick salads with the lentils, chicken and butternut squash, but one of my favorite meals this week has been these kale salad stuffed pitas....

5 0 Published Oct 30, 2023, Updated Oct 02, 2024 Its natural sweetness, super creamy texture and the fact that you don’t need to peel it makes it the ultimate simple side dish. And this roasted honeynut squash recipe is my favorite way to serve it… with a sprinkle of cinnamon and drizzle of maple syrup, which really elevates its natural sweetness. You’re definitely going to want to be on the lookout for honeynut squash at your local grocery store or farmers market next time you go because it’s the squash to make this season!...

This savory oatmeal bowl is a quick-prep, easy meal for ANY time of the day! Savory oatmeal You know what they say about oats… it’s one amazing ingredient that is a true powerhouse! Oats make for a lot of flavor-packed breakfast recipes in our household. Even brunch and lunch too. We have tried all the different types of Quaker Oats out there, and my favorite is the old-fashioned while Mr K prefers the quick one minute oats (maybe because he’s a little lazy!...

We are back from a holiday weekend at the beach and it was so fun! We were able to (safely) go to the beach and the pool and had great weather and plenty of sunshine. The kiddos - and our chocolate lab - were in heaven. It’s kind-of a downer to be back home (as much as a homebody as I am) but I do have a get together tonight with my girls to look forward to....

The closest to a “Superbowl” that I’ve ever experienced is probably the cricket world cup, although that comes every four years and it’s an international event played amongst countries, so there’s perhaps a bit more intensity in cricket fans’ cheers (and as a matter of fact, the next cricket world cup starts in less than three weeks from today, and this time the world cup is hosted by Australia and New Zealand, where a lot of the games are being played on grounds just a few of blocks from where I used to live in the last dozen or so years!...

The sweet potato hash can be made ahead of time as well. Plus, this hash is PALEO and WHOLE30 approved too! A wholesome, satisfying and nutritious breakfast makes a world of difference to me. Which probably isn’t too surprising, but as someone who didn’t have the best breakfast habits when I was younger, breakfast is now my most favorite meal of the day. And I make sure to start the day right as often as I can....

4.67 4 Published Jan 12, 2023, Updated Sep 18, 2024 It’s made with upgraded ingredients like rolled oats, fresh strawberries, coconut sugar and oat milk. No dried cream, natural flavors, vegetable juice concentrate or other preservatives over here! Why You’ll Love This Recipe It tastes just like the strawberries and cream instant oatmeal packets, but is dairy-free and made with upgraded ingredients! The combo of whole grain oats, fresh strawberries, creamy oat milk and a touch of coconut sugar is chef’s kiss!...