Our family loves fast and simple dinner ideas. This Chicken Pesto Sandwich is delicious and easy to make. Inspired by the Chicken Pesto at Corner Bakery. When I worked at the salon I loved when we would pick up lunch from Corner Bakery. I always got their Chicken Pesto. This dinner is easy and perfect…
Galentine’s Day Brunch
Galentine’s Day Brunch?!? What could be more perfect? In case you haven’t had the pleasure of watching Parks and Rec let me fill you in on Galentine’s Day. According to Leslie Knope (Played by Amy Poehler) it should be a national holiday! Ladies celebrating ladies. So for the past couple of years I have gone…
Eggroll Recipe
Eggrolls are must when we celebrate Chinese New Year. Ever since Gandalf was a baby we have been celebrating the Lunar New Year. I love teaching my children the traditions from all over the world. My hope is that as we strive to learn and celebrate different cultures my children will become more compassionate and…
Valentines Day Desserts
I LOVE Valentine’s Day desserts! Our family usually dines in on Valentines Day. Going out is usually more expensive and I can’t stand the crowds. I love having a family dinner with crystal, china, and cloth napkins. We also like to eat by candlelight which the kids think is pretty cool. And the best way…
Baked Potato Fries
I tried some baked potato fries from my favorite restaurant and they were AMAZING! And I thought, “Why don’t I make these at home?” To be honest I don’t really make French Fries all that often. I love making Roasted Potatoes. Baking potatoes in the oven is a great side dish. And a cheap way…
February Menu Plan
Love having a menu plan for the month. It saves so much time. I love not having to stress about what to make. I love having more time to spend with my family. And I love that my oldest son helped plan the menu this month. He is finishing up his Iron Chef adventure in…
Hermione Costume Tutorial
Who doesn’t want a Hermione costume in their home? She is known for being the cleverest witch of her age! But that is just one of the many reasons I love Hermione. I love strong female characters for both my sons and daughter. I am so thankful for J. K. Rowling for Hermione Jean Granger….
Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookie Sandwich
I love dessert! And sometimes the simple things are my favorite. Take these Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies. You may remember them from our Dinosaur Cookie Post. If you made them I know you will remember them. These cookies are good. And honestly I am not even that crazy about cinnamon. But this cookie not only makes…
Be an Example and a Light Family Night Lesson
Thomas S Monson spoke last General Conference encouraging us to be an example and a light. I love the example he is to me. I love the light in his eyes when he speaks. It’s humbling to think about him spending time focusing on scriptures. What a great example for us on pondering and thinking continually…
Free Star Wars Valentine
What better way to wish someone a Happy Valentines Day than with a Star Wars Valentine! Who doesn’t automatically think of Darth Vader when Valentines Day is mentioned. I made these cute little treat toppers that would be perfect for a Valentines treat! Maybe I just wanted another reason to use this Darth Vader cookies…