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One way to truly make your house feel like a home is to have something delicious cooking. The smell is inviting, the food comforting. But with school back in session, life is getting busy. So this week we have been searching for easy weeknight meals. Take a look at five that caught our eye. We can’t wait to try them out.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Perfect bite-sized finger food. Food blogger Maria Lichty of Two Peas & Their Pod promises guests will rave over them.
Crispy, garlicky, and a little bit spicy. I think these would be a perfect New Years Eve snack.
So pretty. Guests will be wowed, but Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen promises it takes less than hour to pull off.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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