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A classic dish done a different way! These Baked Sloppy Joes have all the classic flavor that you love but we skipped the bun and baked them in a biscuit. Baked Sloppy Joes I'm sure you can guess by just looking at them but this was a favorite for the kids. I couldn't believe how much my 4 year old ate! He even wanted leftovers for lunch the next day. And as you know getting kids to eat leftovers can be like pulling teeth. I made a classic … [Read more...]
5 Ingredients and less then 30 minutes to make this Pepperoni Pizza Casserole is a recipe that you will love just as much as the kids do. It's simple and easy and a real crowd pleaser. Pepperoni Pizza Casserole Feeding littles ones isn't always easy. I think my boys are pretty good eaters but they can be picky about some things. My oldest who does't like pizza actually ended up loving this Pepperoni Pizza Casserole! Go figure. He is my big … [Read more...]
These simple Cheerio Peanut Butter Pretzel Squares have the perfect combination of salty and sweet. Cereal melted with marshmallows, drizzles in chocolate, then topped off with a pretzel. Cheerio Peanut Butter Pretzel Squares These Cheerio Peanut Butter Pretzel Squares are such a treat! This recipe is one that my kids LOVE! I'm sure you can guess why. There favorite cereal with melted marshmallows and topped off with a chocolate drizzle. … [Read more...]
The perfect breakfast and my kids favorite muffin recipe. These Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are simple to make and can be frozen for a quick breakfast all week. Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins I love a good muffin recipe and when they are bite size and it's totally acceptable to eat like 5 then I really love them. These Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins make the perfect breakfast. My kids love how little they are and I love … [Read more...]
This Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie Casserole has the classic flavor that you love from a pot pie. Skip the crust and just add biscuits instead. It's simple to make a recipe that you are going to love. Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie Casserole I love simple recipes like this Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie Casserole. It's classic comfort food made in casserole form. Doesn't get much better then that. I made a some what thicker version of the inside then places … [Read more...]
Toss it and forget it. This simple Slow Cooker Cinnamon Applesauce is the perfect sweet treat and so simple to make. With sliced apples and a dash of cinnamon and brown sugar this recipe is one that everyone in the family will enjoy. Slow Cooker Cinnamon Applesauce My kids could drink applesauce. It's one of their favorite things and they really enjoyed making this recipe with me. I had a hard time though because one of my helpers couldn't … [Read more...]
Easy to make and a recipe the kids will love. These Muffin Tin Corn Dogs make the perfect quick lunch recipe. Muffin Tin Corn Dogs These are my kids favorite lunch! You can make a lot and freeze them for later! If you are serving three growing boys like me then you may not have any leftover though ;) I serve mine served with ketchup for dipping. When you are ready to start cooking preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare a mini … [Read more...]
An easy breakfast the entire family will love! These Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Muffins make an easy breakfast recipe plus they are so simple to freeze! Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Muffins I think muffins are my kids favorite breakfast item! They are pretty high on my list of favorites also and these Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Muffins are easy to make plus they taste amazing. I usually serve mine with fresh fruit yogurt, and of course a big cup of … [Read more...]
These simple Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders are dipped in a lemon butter sauce then breaded with lemon pepper seasoned bread crumbs. Even my kids loved this recipe. Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders My in-laws came into town and I needed an easy recipe for dinner. When I have out of town guests I want to cook them a great dinner, but I also want to visit with them and not spend all my time in the kitchen. I thought these would be perfect for our … [Read more...]
Muffins make the best breakfast and these Double Chocolate Oatmeal Muffins did not disappoint. They are favorite of ours for an easy weekend breakfast. Double Chocolate Oatmeal Muffins When you see the words DOUBLE CHOCOLATE then you know this is going to be a good recipe! I'm sure you can guess but these Double Chocolate Oatmeal Muffins are a favorite of my kids and they make the perfect weekend breakfast. We love making everything is … [Read more...]
Made with real corn these sweet Mini Corn Bread Muffins make the perfect side for any soup or stew. Baked in your mini muffin tin for a perfect bite size treat. Mini Corn Bread Muffins These Mini Corn Bread Muffins are a favorite of mine. I mean can you really eat chili or beef stew with out a sweet Mini Corn Bread Muffins on the side? I guess you could but then my question is why? I love making them in my mini muffin tin because they … [Read more...]
Let the slow cooker do the work tonight! These Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders make the perfect easy dinner that my kids loved. I cooked my chicken with ranch then mixed in some cheese and bacon once shredded. Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders Sliders are my the best, they make the best quick dinner or the perfect dish to serve at a party. Plus these Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders are easily made in the slow cooker … [Read more...]
A simple breakfast recipe that is made the night before. Mix up your ingredients for this Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats and set them in the fridge all night for a simple and easy breakfast you can grab in the morning. Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats Easy breakfast are a must, especially when you are not a morning person. I love oatmeal and making it homemade with all my favorite toppings is the best. I love these overnight oats … [Read more...]
Creamy and cheesy baked macaroni baked with more cheese on topped. Made from scratch just like grandma use to make it, this Baked Macaroni and Cheese is a winning recipe. Baked Macaroni and Cheese In honor of my oldest son birthday today I wanted to share is all time favorite food, Mac and cheese. He is obsessed. Anytime we go out to eat I usually check out the menu for the kids before hand and as long Mac and cheese is on there we know … [Read more...]
A simple fruit recipe made with just three ingredients. This easy Greek Yogurt Peanut Butter Fruit Dip is packed with protein and and flavor! Greek Yogurt Peanut Butter Fruit Dip My kids are big fruit lovers, I can barley keep enough in the house! I guess that's what comes along with having three boys, yep three! Everyone warned me about how much they eat and I can't believe it has started so young. My middle loves apples while my oldest … [Read more...]
This sweet cinnamon treat is made in your slow cooker and will make your house smell amazing! Slow Cooker Fried Apples, simple to make and a recipe you are going to love. Slow Cooker Fried Apples These Slow Cooker Fried Apples are one of my all time favorite treats. They taste like the ones you get from Crackle Barrel and I absolutely love them! Eat them warm or top them on ice cream. Either way you are going to love this recipe. For this … [Read more...]
A childhood favorite done a new way! This Sloppy Joe Casserole is a family favorite you are going to want to try. My entire family cleaned their plates for this one! Sloppy Joe Casserole I've made this so many time for friends and family and every time someone ask me for the recipe. It's really so simple to make but something so many people love. It's also the perfect meal for the freezer or to pass on to a friend in need. It's so … [Read more...]
Dessert or breakfast, either way you are going to love these simple and easy Chocolate Chip Muffins. Chocolate Chip Muffins When I serve chocolate chips for breakfast my kids NEVER put up a fight. These soft and light Chocolate Chip Muffins are a hit with the entire family. I've openly admitted it before I never been a big breakfast person. Okay I'll take that back, it's not so much breakfast as it is mornings. Waking up early to cook … [Read more...]
Homemade french toast sticks baked right in your oven. These Baked French Toast Sticks and simple to make a breakfast that your entire family will love. Baked French Toast Sticks Weekends are for big breakfast, cartoons, and lots of family time. I've honestly never been a big breakfast person but lately that has changed. I've even been serving breakfast for dinner! Nothing beats a Saturday morning breakfast with the family. My favorite … [Read more...]
This soft and fluffy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins can be served as breakfast but so yummy it could easily pass as dessert! Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins Can we talk about how awesome peanut butter and chocolate are together. I mean it's the perfect food combination ever. Why not add it to muffins and call it breakfast. I'll let you in on a little secret, my kids, they did not put up a fight eating these for … [Read more...]
