Avocado Corn Salad There is nothing that says summer more than corn on the cob. Especially midsummer, when corn is so economical. I usually make extra corn to have leftovers and then I cut the kernels off. All you do is toss the grilled or steamed corn kernels with some other veggies of the season … Continue reading Avocado Corn Salad
Bolognese Over Zoodles Many people think that if you eat clean or gluten free, pasta is out of the question. This is not true. With everything in life, you just have to make better choices. There are many clean brands of gluten free pastas out there, that even the pickiest kid would eat. Ahem..... (*cough*) ...hubby! Although I eat … Continue reading Bolognese over Zoodles
Two Way Crockpot Minestrone As the weather gets colder there are 2 things that a busy mom (or let's be honest a busy person) would appreciate...soup and crockpot meals. This is the inspiration for tonight's dinner. I needed to take my kids to swim practice and I wanted something warm to be waiting for them when … Continue reading TwoWay Crockpot Minestrone
12hrs in Philly In the past, when we travelled I would have to pack a cooler for my allergy child and throughout the trip she would eat from the cooler. If we were lucky, we might find a place that would serve some plain grilled chicken and steamed broccoli. Not very exciting but it was … Continue reading 12hrs in Philly
Stir Fry Beef and Celery Many people always ask me how I make dinner for a family of 6 and not break the bank. I always try to shop based on what is in season and what is on sale. Yesterday, my supermarket had celery on sale for $.99 and 2lb. of beef for $10. My … Continue reading Stir Fry Celery and Beef
Asian Pineapple Beef Skewers Last night the kids wanted quinoa fried rice and I wanted to grill! To compromise, I made these boneless short rib skewers to go with the quinoa fried rice. The marinade is cross between a Hawaiian and a teriyaki. Usually a boneless short rib can have a chew but the pineapple … Continue reading Asian Pineapple Beef Skewers
Gyro Cucumber Boats My dearest husband has a street meat addiction. Whenever he is in NYC, he goes to the Middle Eastern food trucks to get a gyro platter. The problem is that afterwards, he gets a tummy ache. So, into the kitchen I went to get the spices just right for my husband's deconstructed gyro. "Why … Continue reading Gyro Cucumber Boats
Quinoa Fried Rice One of the foods that my kiddos love in their lunch boxes is fried rice. Its something that is pretty easy to make on the fly or you can make it the night before and reheat in the microwave. In my mission to get the family to eat healthier, I have been … Continue reading Quinoa Fried Rice
Pepper Chicken I hear this all the time that it’s almost impossible to make Chinese food when you are gluten free and soy free. When my kiddo was first diagnosed with her multiple allergies, I was in shock. We saw that wheat and soy had made the list. I realized I had to really rethink … Continue reading Pepper Chicken
This week the kids are all over the place, between after school activities, sports and play dates...this mom can't afford to be hovering over the stove. The crockpot came out of the cupboard and tonight became a pulled pork night. This recipe takes little prep time and is pretty easy to assemble. We serve it … Continue reading Crockpot Asian Pulled Pork
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