If your little one is like mine, then he most likely insists on feeding himself. This can be a challenge, especially when trying to get him to eat foods packed full of nutrients. Joey loves pureed vegetables, but he can’t feed them to himself. However, when I give him cut up pieces of some of […]
Quick & Easy Recipes
Refreshing Spinach Berry Salad
Since it’s about zero degrees outside and the ground is covered with snow, I wanted to make a meal that reminds me of warmer weather days and sunshine! And what better way to do that than with an easy spinach berry salad! This salad is so simple to make, tastes great, and is packed full […]
Slow Cooker Veggie Strata
Joey and my husband love egg dishes. Whether it’s for breakfast or dinner, egg-based dishes tend to be a hit with them. I love them because they are also a great way to squeeze in more vegetables to their diets. One dish they both love is an egg strata, however, typically with this, you need […]
Quick Breadless Quiche
If you need to get back on track after a holiday full of eating rich, and possibly less-than-healthy meals and snacks, start fresh today with this easy recipe. Eggs are a delicious meal option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. But sometimes, finding the time to prepare them can be a challenge. These easy breadless quiche […]
Celebrate the Last Days of Fall with Baked Apples
Because there’s still a few days of Fall left, why not celebrate it with some delicious, and healthy, baked apples? These are so simple to make and a huge hit! Joey is a big apple fan, but at times tends to gag on the texture of fresh apples. Baking them softens them just enough so […]
No Time for Dinner- No Problem! Easy Low Calorie Crockpot Chicken Parm
Whether you were busy watching the kids all day, working all day, or a bit of both, finding the time to make a tasty and healthy dinner can often feel overwhelming. But before you reach for the phone to call for takeout, consider this easy-to-make recipe that’s low calorie, packed full of lean proteins and […]
Healthy Chicken-Veggie Bites for Little Fingers
Although Joey has, for the most part, been really good about trying new foods, lately he seems to prefer some textures to others. For instance, he loves carrots and broccoli pureed or baked into foods, but if you hand him a slice of the vegetable, he will pick it up, feel it for a while, […]
Boost Your “Baby Bread Eater’s” Nutrient Intake Easily!
Currently, Joey would much rather feed himself than allow anyone to spoon-feed him. Because of this, his food choices are rather limited at times. He isn’t yet able to feed himself from a spoon, so choices like purees, yogurt, and cooked grains like oatmeal are out. He does a great job picking up foods, but […]