Recipes

10 Tasty Instant Pot Recipes for Busy Days

December 20, 2018

Do you use an Instant Pot? It’s the kitchen appliance that does everything and it is a lifesaver for cooking delicious food for the family on busy days. I use mine all the time. Hot food is ready to serve in a fraction of the time. It’s perfect for making comfort food favorites like mac and cheese or chili on cold winter days, but also good for healthy soups and lean meats if you are cooking light. You can even make bread, yogurt, or dessert. It would make a great holiday gift for a busy home cook. Plus, Amazon has it on sale this week, over 20% off! Today we are sharing a few favorite Instant Pot recipes + ones we cannot wait to try. Check them out!

Chipotle Lime Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

Lillie Eats and Tells

Tablescapes + Recipes for Mother’s Day Brunch

May 10, 2018

It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday! Although you should definitely spend time relaxing and enjoying your kids, it’s also a beautiful day to celebrate your own mom. If you plan on having her over for Mother’s Day brunch, we’ve gathered some beautiful tablescape and recipe ideas that are sure to make the day feel special.

The Table

I Spy DIY

A table full of succulents creates color and texture. Love them paired with these pretty blush colored pots. It softens the look and makes a pretty feminine statement perfect for the holiday.

5 Appetizers to Bring to the Party

December 20, 2017

With several upcoming parties between now and New Years Eve, I’ve been on the hunt for fun appetizer ideas. These 5 appetizers all come together quickly, taste delicious, and look beautiful. Finish by serving on a marble and wood cheeseboard, raw wood platter, or a pretty cake stand (check out this unique marble and copper beauty) and you’ll be sure to impress your family and friends.

Perfect Crudités Platter

Olivia’s Cuisine

This vegetable platter looks as pretty as it does delicious. The holidays are always full of rich foods, and so it is nice to give people a fresh low-calorie option.

Brie, Apple, and Honey Crostini

Two Peas & Their Pod

Perfect bite-sized finger food. Food blogger Maria Lichty of Two Peas & Their Pod promises guests will rave over them.

Crispy Baked Green Bean Fries with Creamy Sriracha

Joyful Healthy Eats

Crispy, garlicky, and a little bit spicy. I think these would be a perfect New Years Eve snack.

Feta Tapenade Tarte Soleil

Smitten Kitchen

So pretty. Guests will be wowed, but Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen promises it takes less than hour to pull off.

Spinach Artichoke Cups

What’s Gaby Cooking

Spinach Artichoke dip is a party favorite. I like how these individual cups keep things clean. They’d be perfect for kids.

Don’t forget that presentation can be as important as taste. Use a pretty platter or cheeseboard for serving.

Happy holiday partying and thanks for stopping by today!

Xxo
Becki

At Home: My Family’s Favorite Smoothie Recipe

September 9, 2016

Mornings around my house move quickly. With four kids, my husband and I work together to get everyone ready, out the door and hopefully on time to school. It’s important to me to make sure they get a good breakfast. I feel like it gives them a good start and the energy they need to get through the day. The challenge is to make something fast, easy and of course healthy.

Becki Owens Kitchen Crux

Oh and one more thing…it’s much better if I can make something everyone likes. It really saves time. I’ve found my kids and even my husband all love a good green smoothie. It’s such a quick, healthy way to get everyone fed.

Becki Owens Kitchen Crux

Another plus is that my daughter Ivy loves to help. I just bought a new Crux blender and she loves to help me add all the ingredients and then push the smoothie button. I love this blender because it has a sleek, modern design with copper accents that works well with my kitchen styling. Plus it was affordable, which is a huge plus! You may remember the details of my kitchen in my “Affordable White Kitchen” post. Everything in this space is fresh, modern and budget-friendly, that includes the appliances.

Becki Owens Kitchen Crux

This smoothie is now a part of my daily routine with my kids. Since it’s so quick and easy, it gives us an extra moment to talk. That actually means a lot. I want them to feel good in every way when they head out the door.

Becki Owens Kitchen Crux

Sometimes my son, who is my oldest and also a teenager, isn’t quite satisfied with just a smoothie. He loves a toasted bagel with some meat and cheese. When I got my blender, I also saw this toaster oven and grabbed it. It’s been perfect. It’s easy to clean and use. They use it a lot after school too for mini pizzas and snacks.

Becki Owens Kitchen Crux

I don’t like to leave a lot out on the counter. Less is more in my mind when it comes to styling a kitchen, but it’s nice to have things handy when your in a hurry. The Crux blender and toaster oven fit with the modern, minimal look I love. I can leave them out because they blend with my overall kitchen design.

becki-owens-kitchen-crux

I hope you have found this peek into my daily routine helpful. I would love to learn your ideas for quick, healthy family recipes. Below is the recipe for my family’s favorite smoothie. You can purchase the new blender and toaster oven I love here, it’s only sold thru Macy’s. Have a wonderful day!

Xxo
Becki

Healthy Green Smoothie

2 handfuls fresh spinach
1/2 banana, frozen
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup strawberries
1/4 Avocado (makes it extra creamy with healthy fat)
1 1/2 cups unsweetend coconut milk (I get mine at Costco)
1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder (optional)

*Sponsored by Macy’s and ShopStyle

Schools Out! 5 DIY Treats + Summer Essentials

June 16, 2016

With school out, I am looking forward to spending time with my kids. I came across some summer treats that would be fun for them to make and for us all to indulge in! Check out these sweet treats perfect for hot summer days, plus some great summer outfit essentials.