There is certainly a time and a place for making your own pie crust, your own custard, your own whipped cream. But sometimes, it’s nice to be able to cut corners and still come out with a delicious dessert. This easiest ever banana cream pie recipe is so, so simple. Combine some instant pudding with […]
Technology is the present as well as the future, and knowing how to code will benefit your kids as they get older, even if they don’t go into computer programming. If nothing else, coding teaches logic and problem solving, which is great for any kid! I’ve made a list of free coding apps that kids […]
Use up your ripe bananas by making these blueberry banana muffins! They’re easy to make and the best part: they’re topped with delicious streusel. Note: I like to mash up half of the blueberries with a fork before adding to the batter (I feel like it gives the whole muffin a more blueberry flavor). This […]
Whenever I meet people who are getting started with budgeting or who have fallen off the budgeting wagon, the conversation on how to get back on track usually gets to groceries pretty quickly. I think that’s because groceries are an area of our budget that can vary a lot depending on our habits and desires. […]
If I had to pick my favorite flavor combination of all time, I have a a quick answer: chocolate and peanut butter. They are both good, and I love both of them on their own, but the sum is always greater than the parts. Whenever I find a peanut butter recipe, I automatically think about […]
The first time I made these tacos my family grumbled a little when they found out they weren’t made with ground beef. The truth is that you can’t even really tell! Lentils are so good for you (and are really inexpensive). They have lots of protein and fiber and are low in fat. Prepare the […]
It’s no surprise that I love my Instant Pot. It may not actually be “instant,” but what I like about it is that it doesn’t take a lot of active work (or thought) from me. I can get something going and then do other things, or even leave the house, while it’s cooking. I can […]
I always find that the start of a new season or a new school year puts me in the mood to create some new structures and rhythms. As my kids get older, one thing I like to encourage is helping around the house! Even very young kids can learn to do simple tasks, and having […]
