Recipes
Maple Pumpkin Pecan Muffins
These Maple Pumpkin Pecan Muffins are full of Fall flavor. Bake up a batch on the weekend to serve all week long as a grab-and-go breakfast! Thank you to our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore for sharing. Go to kathleenashmore.com to find all her recipes or...
Grilled Peach + Bourbon Smash Cocktail
Cheers to the weekend with this Grilled Peach & Bourbon Smash cocktail from Camp Cocktails : Easy, Fun, and Delicious Drinks for the Great Outdoors. Mixologist, author, and mom of two Emily Vikre says she created this to go with her family’s favorite BBQ food—ribs. Read the full recipe here!
Portobello Mushroom Pizzas
These Portobello Mushroom Pizzas are a kid-friendly choice for meatless Monday, and a great way to get kids to eat more veggies any day of the week. Experts say that putting new ingredients into familiar shapes or dishes (for instance, making mushrooms the base for “pizza”) can help even the pickiest eaters try something the first time. Worth a try, right?! Thanks to our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore of Cat with a K Cooks for sharing this recipe!
Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies
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 breakfast all week long.
Easy Baked Chicken Nuggets
School is officially underway, and we're all about easy, kid-friendly meals that can be whipped up quickly after a long day. These baked chicken nuggets take just about 20 minutes to come together, and can be made with gluten-free breadcrumbs for food allergies or...
S’mores Board
School may have started for some, but 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...
Mexican Street Corn
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 another of the recipes that have helped her build a following of over 500k on TikTok!
Overnight Waffles
I love a breakfast I can prepare the night before those early school mornings. Thanks to River City Wellness we’ve got another idea to add to our menu…
Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos
Alice Choi, the Pennyslvania-based mom of two behind Hip Foodie Mom, is known for her healthy, fast, weeknight meal ideas. These Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos are one of those go-to recipes for her family, because they can be changed up depending on what is in the fridge and cupboard.
Summer Popsicles
Check out this list of delicious popsicle recipes – for kids and adults alike!
No-Bake Cheesecake
This No-Bake Cheesecake is so creamy and delicious, and it’s a great Summer treat! Skip the oven and try this simple, but thick, rich and creamy filling cheesecake. Serve it with fresh berries on top to add a light taste to this summer dessert.
The New Frose – Frozen Spiked Drinks & Desserts
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!
Sheet Pan S’mores
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 summer has gone.
4th of July Popsicles
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 green yogurt and fiber rich blueberries and strawberries – perfect for kids! Whip these up to beat the heat this holiday!
Black Bottom Strawberry Pie
This no-bake strawberry pie will become your family’s new favorite dessert on the 4th of July and beyond!
60 Second Coleslaw
This take on coleslaw from Cat with a K Cooks uses pre-shredded coleslaw so it comes together in just under a minute. Plus, it can be made ahead so it's the perfect summer party (or busy weeknight) side. Serves 6-8 *For best flavor, allow to sit at least 4 hours in...
The Perfect Summer Drink – Pineapple, Lime, and Mint Sparkler
Thank you to The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano of From Scratch with Maria for sharing this delicious recipe! It's really the perfect summer sip—refreshing, special, and able to be prepped ahead of time. Make a batch of the mint simple syrup on Sunday...
Easy One-Skillet Spaghetti
This one-pan skillet spaghetti recipe is not only delicious but it’s also easily adapted to your family’s tastes and dietary restrictions.
Basil Chicken Over Fresh Greens and Asparagus
This recipe is perfect for summer dining on the deck and will satisfy even picky eaters!
Piña Colada Chia Seed Pops!
This sweet treat from Beach Cities Moms is full of tropical flavors, and since it skips the rum, is a perfect dessert for the whole family all summer long.
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