All of my kiddos (ages 4-11) loved this colorful (& smelly) science activity! Red cabbage contains a chemical called an indicator, which changes color when it comes into contact with other things that are acidic or alkaline. We used a variety of household liquids and the kids had fun coming up with even more things…
This easy, cheesy Chicken Parm Meatloaf is a weeknight winner—and one of my kids’ absolute favorites. Over the years, I’ve made a few tweaks to keep my picky eaters happy (like using garlic powder instead of minced garlic and skipping the parsley), but this recipe is super forgiving. Don’t be afraid to adjust it to…
This carnita-style pork is one of my absolute favorites—simple to make and packed with bold, savory flavor. If I’m ever at Chipotle, I always go for the carnitas burrito, and their ingredient list is refreshingly transparent: pork, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, thyme, juniper berries, and sunflower oil. Bring your favorite fast-food meal home with…
If you’ve ever ordered Olive Garden’s Stuffed Chicken Marsala, you know just how rich and satisfying it is. Honestly, I don’t think I’ve ever ordered anything else there! Believe it or not, they’ve even shared a few of their most-loved recipes online. Over the years, I’ve adapted their version to fit our kitchen staples—using Moscato…
I adore footprint art — it’s meaningful and sentimental and fun for the kids! I’m afraid my 4 year old’s footprint is almost too big (Waaaa!) but we made it work and her giggles while painting the bottom of her ticklish foot are priceless! This little craft is super simple — print the file on…
