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Valentine’s Day just got sweeter with these delectable chocolate-covered wafer cookies dipped in sprinkles! Whether you’re looking for a tasty school snack or a sweet Valentine’s Day gift, these easy and delicious Valentine’s Day Chocolate-Covered Wafer Cookies are a must-try. Gone are the days of rushing to prepare fresh treats in the morning or the night before. These cookies offer a convenient and easy solution to your sweet-treat needs. With their quick preparation time and long shelf life, you can make them a week in advance and still enjoy their delicious flavor. Not only are these Valentine’s Day chocolate-cover wafer cookies quick and easy, but they also add a touch of magic to any occasion. And because you can use a variety of sprinkle types/colors; they are the perfect treat for any occasion! I’ve made them for my daughter’s school snacks, a unicorn-themed birthday party, a mermaid-themed birthday celebration, and…

If you love the flavors of banana bread and coffee cake, then this recipe is a must-try. The moist, flavorful banana bread serves as the base, while the sweet, crumbly streusel topping adds an extra layer of indulgence. So whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast treat or a dessert to share with friends and family, this coffee cake banana bread is sure to be a hit. One of the best things about this recipe is how easy it is to make. You can have everything mixed and ready to go in just a few minutes, and then let the oven do the rest of the work. Plus, the combination of banana and cinnamon streusel flavors is a winning combination that everyone is sure to love. So next time you have a bunch of overripe bananas sitting on your counter, don’t let them go to waste. Instead, throw them in…

If you haven’t tried a Caipirinha yet, you’re missing out on one of Brazil’s most popular and refreshing cocktails! Pronounced kai-purr-REEN-yah, this drink is easy to make and unlike anything you’ve tasted before. As the national drink of Brazil, it’s a must-try for any cocktail enthusiast. And with this authentic strawberry Caipirinha recipe from a native Brazilian, you can enjoy the real deal from the comfort of your own home. Don’t settle for a mediocre cocktail when you can experience the deliciousness of a Caipirinha! Cachaça Caipirinha is a beloved drink in Brazil, commonly found in bars and beaches, either enjoyed on its own or with a side of Brazilian cheese bread balls, known as pão de queijo. The secret to this refreshing cocktail is the magic ingredient: cachaça (pronounced kah-SHAH-sa), a white rum made from sugar cane. It’s what sets Caipirinha apart from other cocktails and makes it so…

This is likely to become your new go-to chicken noodle soup! Forget chicken noodle soup from a can! This Instant Pot version of a classic soup recipe, is so easy and quick to make, yet the end result tastes amazing! It is a traditional chicken noodle soup recipe packed full of comfort and flavor that everyone will love! Chicken noodle soup is one of those foods, specifically soups, that is the definition of comfort food. It is the food we reach for on cold winter days (like here today), when we are missing home, or especially when we are sick. Seeing as how we are in the midst of the flu season, I figured this was the perfect time to share this homemade chicken noodle soup recipe! It is so simple and easy to make, yet chock-full of flavors, that once you try it, you won’t be able to go…

These 7 Amazingly Delicious Grilled Cheese Sandwiches recipes take this traditional sandwich to the next level with unique flavors sure to become your new favorites!   7 Grilled cheese sandwich recipes Grilled cheese sandwiches are a comfort food classic, but it’s time to take your taste buds to new heights. I’ve curated a list of unique and delicious grilled cheese recipes that will leave you craving more. Whether you’re a grilled cheese enthusiast or a skeptic, I guarantee you’ll find at least one sandwich on this list that you’ll fall in love with. Get ready to indulge in the gooey, cheesy goodness of the best grilled cheese sandwich recipes and experience flavors you’ve never tasted before. Trust me, one bite and you’ll be doing a happy dance from these grilled cheese sandwich recipes!” Apple + Gouda- tart plus savory flavor. Granny smith apples An apple and gouda grilled cheese sandwich will…

Instant Pot Creamy Tortellini, Spinach, and Chicken Soup is a creamy tomato-based soup with bites of tender chicken, cheesy tortellini and fresh, bright green spinach. This one-pot recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser; including with your little ones! Enjoy! Growing up, tortellini soup was always a favorite in our family. The warm, flavorful broth, cheesy tortellini, and bits of spinach made it so comforting. Now as a parent, I’m happy to pass on this tradition to my own family. Seeing my kids enjoy this Chicken Tortellini Soup and even ask for more is a win for me! But as much as I love tradition, I also love finding ways to make things quicker and easier. That’s where the Instant Pot comes in! This handy appliance has completely revolutionized cooking in our household. If you’re still on the fence about getting one, check out, here is to see why I’m…

Instant Pot Chili is an easy and delicious dinner your whole family will love. Takes minimal time to prep and you end up with a hearty soup perfect for those cooler days! We all need a list of great Instant Pot soup recipes that are both simple but also delicious! I’ve been compiling my favorites so that when Soup Sunday rolls around, I have some great options to choose from! I don’t know about you, but I need recipes that are consistently good and kiddo approved! Get organized for the upcoming week I love to use Sundays to get myself and my family organized for the upcoming week. A majority of the day Sunday for us involves some aspect of fun or finishing up a project. However, in order to have a more relaxing and productive week, I take some time for planning ahead. Thirty minutes of meal planning on…

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup is an easy and delicious dinner your whole family will love. Takes just minutes to prep and you end up with a hearty soup perfect for those cooler days! I’ll be completely honest; until recently I wasn’t that excited about cooking. With the consistent mama struggle of trying to find a balance between work, health, kids, animals, home duties and my marriage; I couldn’t find the energy or the desire to cook. Especially the thought of taking time to try new recipes just to hear my kids whining about not wanting “eat that”. As a result, I ended up in a cooking rut for a long time. I found myself constantly making the same meals that no one wanted. Online grocery delivery Then, I stumbled across grocery delivery. It has been a game-changer for our family. Sunday mornings we decide on what meals we want…

As a busy parent, I found myself stuck in a rut of serving my kids the same boring breakfast every day. I realized that I had gotten into this routine because I didn’t have the time to look for other quick options. But when I noticed my kids complaining and dragging their feet in the morning, I knew it was time for a change. I spent a lot of time researching and taste testing with my little ones to find easy, quick, and healthy breakfast options that were kid-approved. After much trial and error, I found 10 quick and easy breakfast recipes that are ready in less than five minutes to share with you! You’ve probably heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. That’s something my parents drilled into me when I was growing up, and now I’m passing that knowledge down to my own children.…

I am always on the lookout for new recipe ideas to add to my go-to list that are kid and family approved! I was so excited when I came across this bread recipe from allrecipes! With all the yummy fresh zucchini I’ve been getting from my neighbors garden this fall, I’ve been on the hunt for great recipes to use up all those zucchinis! I’m a huge fan of easy breakfasts that are both healthy and tasty as well as kid-approved! So if you need a tried and true recipe for zucchini bread or muffins, then you need to try this recipe because it makes the perfect breakfast or snack and is a great way to sneak in that extra serving of vegetables! Muffins and bread make mornings easy! Muffins are one of my go-to’s for a quick and easy breakfast item. In fact, we have Muffin Monday’s in our…

I am always on the lookout for new breakfast and snack ideas to add to my go-to list that are kid and family approved! I was so excited when I came across this recipe from My Baking Addiction! With all the yummy fresh zucchini I’ve been getting from my neighbors garden this fall, I’ve been on the hunt for great recipes to make sure I use up those zucchinis! I’m a huge fan of easy breakfasts that are both healthy and tasty as well as kid-approved! So if you need a delicious recipe for zucchini muffins, then you need to try the chocolate version of this muffin recipe because they make the perfect breakfast or snack! Muffins make mornings easy! Muffins are one of my go-to’s for a quick and easy breakfast item. In fact, we have Muffin Monday’s in our house! However, in full disclosure I definitely do not…

I am always on the lookout for new breakfast and snack ideas to add to my go-to list that are kid and family approved! I was so excited when I came across this recipe from Sally’s Baking Addiction! I’ve been searching for a morning glory muffin recipe because these muffins are yummy but chock-full of healthier ingredients like applesauce and carrots! So if you need a tried and true recipe for morning glory muffins that are healthy and kid and family approved, then you need to try this recipe because it makes the perfect breakfast or snack! Muffins make mornings easy! Muffins are one of my go-to’s for a quick and easy breakfast item. In fact, we have Muffin Monday’s in our house! However, in full disclosure I definitely do not have time to whip out a batch of muffins in the mornings in time to get my family fed…

Each year I love throwing a festive birthday party for my kids full of fun decorations, yummy food and of course a good time! This years theme of a mermaid under the sea birthday was no different! These are my top 8 favorite mermaid under the sea birthday party treat ideas for a fun-filled party! I’ve worked on perfecting the process on how to achieve and throw a fun kids birthday without all the stress. You can read more about my tips and tricks here! So I followed all of those, and once again ended up with a party full of fun! Plus…..the party ended and I was left with only a dirty kitchen 🙂 No other part of my house was touched 😉 Curious yet?!? 🙂 The perfect snacks But, back to the yummy part! These are the best easy and cute snacks that are perfect for your mermaid…

If you are looking for the perfect birthday party snack for your next party, then you have found it! This easy birthday treat is the perfect mix of salty and sweet! Mix in your favorite toppings that coordinate with your party colors, and you are ready to go! So if you need a birthday party snack that can be made ahead of time, doesn’t make a huge mess with kiddos eating it, looks amazing and will be the hit amongst all the kids; then keep reading to see how easy it is to make this birthday party popcorn! Easy birthday party popcorn I found this yummy popcorn recipe from Two Sisters blog that I used when I threw this fun unicorn birthday party for my girls! I didn’t have all of her suggested ingredients for the toppings, but I was able to switch up the sweet toppings using what I…

Caipirinha (pronounced kai-purr-REEN-yah) is about to become a new favorite cocktail once you try it! The national drink in Brazil, this refreshing cocktail is incredibly simple to make, delicious, and unlike any other drink you have had! An authentic Caipirinha recipe from a native Brazilian, this cocktail recipe is as close as you can get to the real deal! Cachaça Caipirinha is a popular drink in Brazil, often served in bars or on beaches alongside Brazilian cheese bread balls or “pão de queijo”. The magic ingredient that makes this drink so famous in Brazil is cachaça (kah-SHAH-sa), a white rum made from sugar cane. If you’re having trouble finding cachaça at your local liquor store, don’t worry! You can easily order it online or bring some back from Brazil if you have the opportunity. I recently ordered a couple of bottles of this brand of cachaça to try, and it…

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