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How to make the perfect cherry sorbet at home

December 29, 2024June 19, 2019 by Emily

Looking for a deliciously sweet summer time treat that’s also a treat for the eyes? This kid-approved cherry sorbet fits the bill (and then some). Bonus: you don’t need an ice cream machine to make it. The Kid has really gotten into cherries this year and asks to buy them whenever she sees them in … Read more

Sheet Pan Gnocchi is quick, easy, and delicious

December 29, 2024June 10, 2019 by Emily

Up your dinner game with sheet pan gnocchi: a quick, easy, and absolutely delicious dinner that’s perfect for weeknights AND the whole family will enjoy.

Dinner (and meals in general) have been a struggle in our house for as long as I can remember. Anna is a super picky kid who likes precisely five things and will eat them on repeat ad nauseam. So when she tried AND LIKED the gnocchi from this sheet pan gnocchi, I was floored.

FLOORED, I tell you.

And while she had her gnocchi tonight as a side with her favorite hot dog and cucumber slices, I wasn’t fussing because she ate every single piece on her plate without complaint.

How to make the perfect loaf of banana bread every time

December 29, 2024May 25, 2019 by Emily

Want to know how to make the perfect loaf of banana bread every time? Use this recipe. The bread is moist, sweet but not overly so, and just plain delicious. It also uses up 4 ripe bananas (yay!) and is dairy-free without even trying (double yay!). For some reason, we’ve had a ridiculous amount of … Read more

Strawberry mango popsicles are an easy summer treat

December 29, 2024May 22, 2019 by Emily

Strawberry mango popsicles are an easy summer treat to make with and for your kids! (Or just you. Because, you know, popsicles aren’t just for kids.) We were ALL ABOUT popsicles a few years ago, making every flavor combination we could think of (except strawberry mango). They were super easy to make, I could control … Read more

Sheet pan pancakes are an easy breakfast treat

December 29, 2024May 11, 2019 by Emily

If you’re looking for an easy breakfast for the family or are having guests over and want to impress them, this is the recipe for you. They also make for an easy weeknight meal whenever you’re craving a little brinner. Easy to make dairy-free by using nut milk and oil or vegan butter. The Kid … Read more

Frozen banana bites are sure to satisfy in the best way possible

December 29, 2024April 25, 2019 by Emily

Frozen banana bites are a healthy treat that tastes anything but! Easy to customize and fancy up, these are sure to satisfy in the best way possible. If you were to ask The Kid what she loved to eat more than anything in the world, she’s probably tell you one of two things: hot dogs … Read more

Matzah candy is officially the best Passover dessert

December 29, 2024April 20, 2019 by Emily

This recipe goes by a lot of different names like matzah candy, matzah crack, or chocolate covered matzah toffee (or Christmas crack if using saltines), but they all produce the same thing: deliciousness squared. In honor of Passover, my mom thought it would be fun to make something food- and matzah-related. Thankfully, she chose something … Read more