Feeding a family can be tough! Make it easier on yourself by focusing on “one meal for everyone” and look for ways to modify what you are eating to serve to even the youngest of eaters (6m+ after meeting the signs of readiness) French toast can be made in batches & frozen for fast breakfastsContinue reading “Baked French Toast”
Category Archives: For the Family
Marry Me Chicken and Tortellini
This is absolutely a “TikTok made me do it” recipe except I decided to add my own flare to it with some tortellini and WOW! This is definitely worth a try. It is a super simple recipe that can be thrown together in under 30 minutes. Plus it is something that EVERYONE will love! ForContinue reading “Marry Me Chicken and Tortellini”
Coconut Milk Rice
Rice is commonly an accepted food even among the pickiest of eaters. It is also found in dishes from cultures all over the world! While rice is versatile, affordable, and a great simple side dish for meals, it – on its own – is not going to be super filling. But by replacing part ofContinue reading “Coconut Milk Rice”
Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Parmesan Cheese
Growing up, Brussels sprouts were never something we ate. There wasn’t a particular reason – it just wasn’t something my mom made. But as an adult, I first found out I really enjoyed them when I had the stomach virus and my friend brought over a giant pot of Veggie Soup. Inside that, I foundContinue reading “Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Parmesan Cheese”
Veggie Nuggets
This recipe can be made egg-free and dairy-free (substitutes listed) Ingredients: 1 cup shredded carrots 3 cups broccoli florets 1 garlic clove 2 tablespoons chia seeds 6 tablespoons water 1 1/4 cups breadcrumbs divided 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese OR dairy free cheese alternative 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoon grassContinue reading “Veggie Nuggets”
How to Cook the Ultimate Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is more than just food, for most of us; Thanksgiving is full of memories. Thanksgiving memories for me are full of family, moments of being grateful, and delicous foods. It’s something I look forward to every year!…But I know this year will be many families first time cooking Thanksgiving at home. As we all try to navigate “socially distanced holidays”, most of us feel pretty overwhelmed. I want to make this year a little easier on you. If you find yourself having to cook Thanksgiving this year, as a gift from me to you, here is my full list of holiday recipes, shopping list, and my “week of Thanksgivnig” prep schedule!
Trader Joe’s Family Dinners and Grocery List
Recently, while helping my sister apartment shop, I had my first ever “Trader Joe’s experience” and not to be dramatic but it was LIFE CHANGING. Seriously, the prices, the cleanliness, the quality, even the reasonably priced flowers… it was amazing! What I found most amazing was the quality of their “premade”and “pre-packaged” foods. From aContinue reading “Trader Joe’s Family Dinners and Grocery List”
Sheet Pan Pork Tenderloin with Ranch Potato Wedges
Sheet pan meals are the undervalued savior of weeknight dinners. When I get home from work I have a hunger & tired toddler who can’t wait for long during meal prep. This is when sheet pan meals SAVE THE DAY!
Raspberry, Orange, and Yogurt Popsicle
This frozen treat is best known around our home as the “Sickie Pop” because it is perfect for sore throats! Any parent who has ever had a sick little one knows how hard it is to watch them feel bad and wanting them to get better is our top priority. So how to we goContinue reading “Raspberry, Orange, and Yogurt Popsicle”
Lemon, Blueberry, and Zucchini Muffins
This post contains affiliate links. Full disclaimer here. This recipe yeilds 12 muffins. Ingredients: 1 cup finely shredded zucchini, (about one small zucchini) 1/4 cup grass fed butter OR coconut oil , melted 2 eggs 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 3 tablespoons honey (see note below) 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flourContinue reading “Lemon, Blueberry, and Zucchini Muffins”
Snacks with Jax 