Do your kids love Red Vines or Good and Plenty’s? Believe it or not, there is a vegetable out there that tastes similar to these popular movie theater candies! It’s readily available and easy to cook with – Fennel. You may have seen fennel in the store and think “what the heck am I gonna [...]
Meal Planning for Busy Spring Schedules
Daylight savings has come and gone, spring is upon us, and evening activities for kids are in full swing. With so much daylight, sports practice and end-of-the-year events seem to be scheduled right during dinnertime. What’s a mom to do?
Plan Ahead for each Weeknight Scenario
When you sit down to plan your meals for the week [...]
Quick and Easy Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
This classic Louisiana dish has a thousand varieties, and everyone says theirs is the best and most authentic. While I won’t say that, I will say this recipe is easier than most of the cryptic ones I’ve found, and yields a delicious result which is what I’m after during a busy week. The leftovers reheat [...]
Mardi Gras Inspirations: Mock Turtle Soup & Red Beans and Rice
Between the Saints winning the Super Bowl and recent Mardi Gras celebrations, I’ve had New Orleans on my mind. My family visited NOLA a year or so ago and was truly inspired by the people and the food, and I’ve enjoyed trying to recreate some of our favorite food experiences from that trip. Two that [...]