Most mornings I make myself a bowl of oatmeal, chopped apple and cinnamon. This is one of the quickest, filling and healthy breakfasts that I enjoy on an almost daily basis. For each serving I simply toss 1/2 cup of regular oats and 1 cup of water together into a small sauce pan. I mix …
Easy Fall Dinners with Ceci Carmichael
When I think of Fall, I think of indulging in rich and flavorful meals, sides, drinks and desserts. Something scrumptious with the essence of pumpkin or ginger, hearty beef stews or bowls full of tummy-warming soups. But as the temperatures drop and the holidays approach, my already busy calendar begins filling up leaving me with …
Turkey, Kale, and Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
One guarantee of being a teacher is that you get sick. Every fall I work extra hard at staying healthy. I wash my hands constantly, I wipe down the door handles and light switches in my classroom, I don’t touch my face with my hands, and I do my best to live a healthy lifestyle. …
Chili Recipes – An American Favorite
A great bowl of chili is like a warm hug on a blustery autumn evening. It is the ultimate comfort food that is also healthy for you! We make it often on Sundays during the school year to enjoy as lunch a couple of times during the week. Chili not only holds up well in …
Breaking Through the Glass Ceiling Celebration Cupcakes
As you all know, I am planning an Election Night Party for tomorrow night. I planned my menu last week but as always, I keep mulling ideas over and through my mind. Playing with a number of different ideas. As far as dessert goes, my plan was to have my yummy, absolutely delicious and oh-so-very Easy Blueberry …
Cool Veggie and Ranch Pizza Appetizer #SundaySupper
Cool Veggie and Ranch Pizza Appetizer is a standard recipe in our home. I have been making this tasty crescent roll pizza for years! Why? Because it is delicious, easy, and it is a recipe that needs to be made ahead. You all know that I am all about entertaining and you all know that I …
S’mores Snack Mix Recipe #SundaySupper
With six kids you can bet that we have had many epic sleepovers! Swimming, movies, pizza or tacos, and lots of fun snacks makes for a memorable night for the kids and their friends. Sleepovers are hands-down the best. For me, as a busy mom, I have always tried to keep it easy and fun. Giving …
Blue Lagoon Martini Recipe
Last week I shared with you our Presidential Debate Dinner. We got that night started by offering Blue Moon and Blue Lagoon Martinis. Oh boy, our Blue Lagoon Martinis were out-of-this-world delicious! Now, I love a good cocktail – I like tangy with just a bit sweet. This Blue Lagoon was perfectly refreshing! This was …
Carnival Rice Recipe #BensBeginners #UncleBensPromo
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser, Mars, Incorporated. All opinions are mine alone. #BensBeginners #UncleBensPromo #CollectiveBias I have found that one of the best ways to get my children to eat healthy is to get them involved in the kitchen. From menu planning and grocery shopping, to chopping, stirring, and …
Beef Goulash Recipe #SundaySupper
Feeling the need to celebrate Oktoberfest? We did! My husband, daughter and I recently headed out to a German restaurant for a good old fashioned Oktoberfest. We enjoyed German beer, pretzels, sausages, dancing the Chicken Dance and singing Roll Out the Barrel with our tablemates. When it came time to order our entrees, I was …