Food Recipes

Halloween is almost here and that means candy, costumes, and Halloween cupcakes. Hollie has shared some great Halloween treats here and here,  and we thought it was time to share some fun cupcakes recipes that would be perfect to make with your kids. Pass these out to family, friends, and neighbors, or take them to …

Whether you’re going dairy free to aid your digestion or calm a nursing baby’s tummy, it’s always a good idea to store away dairy free options. This smoothie is one of my absolute favorites – sweet with no added sugar and the perfect kick start to my busy mornings or to calm a hungry tummy …

Obviously the best part of Halloween is the candy right? That’s what I thought. Besides all the candy you, I mean your KIDS, are going to rack up, there’s always time to make Halloween treats, too. Today I’ve rounded up a list of some must make treats. From brownies to cookies, to homemade candy corn, …

So I know it sometimes feels like all we talk about Baby Gizmo are chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate recipes, but we can be healthy too. Sometimes. I have been looking into the Paleo diet, which focuses on eating wholesome food while emphasizing the importance of getting enough sleep and exercise…. The sleep and exercise …

Believe it or not, folks, Halloween is right around the corner! That means it’s time to start thinking about Halloween costumes for our little ones. Choosing costumes for my twin boys is always extra fun because I like to put them in coordinating outfits that fit their personalities. For their first Halloween, when they were …

In honor of National Coffee Day on September 29, I am sharing some homemade coffee ideas with you. Everyone could use a little more coffee in their lives, especially busy, tired parents. So next time you reach for your morning cup of Joe, try one of these recipes instead! Iced Vanilla Latte. I thought we’d start …

I’ve never been one for experimenting with recipes, I can follow a recipe just great, but tasting something and then making up my own – not so much. But … a few years ago I tried a deli salad from Whole Foods and just had to attempt a recreation at home. It took a few …

We’ve all heard the saying “An apple a day keeps the Doctor away” so why is that? According to Wikipedia Preliminary research suggests that apples may reduce the risk of colon cancer, prostate cancer and lung cancer.Apple peels contain ursolic acid which, in rat studies, increases skeletal muscle and brown fat, and decreases white fat, …

Did you all know that this month is National Potato Month? How cool is that?! A whole month dedicated to my favorite vegetable! I’m Irish, and that means I have to love potatoes. But I’m pretty sure EVERYONE loves potatoes right? What other vegetable can you serve baked, mashed, and as French fries or bread? …

Did you know that today is International Chocolate Day? That means we should eat nothing but chocolate today, right?! Okay, maybe not but it is like chocolate’s birthday and we should celebrate it! I’m a big fan of chocolate. I would bathe in chocolate if I could. (TMI?) It’s one of those things that if …

You know those moments when you think, “Golly, I’m officially a mom genius! I’m really getting a hang of this ever-changing job of mine!” I have those moments occasionally. Maybe every other month or so. I don’t get a lot of sleep so for me, that seems pretty often! And when those genius moments come, …

They are back!! The Halloween Oreos have officially hit the store shelves and these pudding cookies are the perfect recipe for them! That bright orange Oreo creme just puts me in the pumpkin patch and trick or treat spirit. Here’s the thing – I like Oreos. The regular, old Oreos are fantastic to bake with. …