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New Recipe | Veggie Chili

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It’s officially chili season! Chili is one of our favorite Fall weeknight meals for so many reasons. First, it’s as easy as chopping up ingredients. Second, you can customize it in endless ways (vegan/meat, spicy/mild, gluten-free, etc.). Finally, you can put...

Classic Pumpkin Bread Recipe!

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We’re calling it now—pumpkin bread is the new banana bread. And besides the fact that it is a delicious fall treat, the beta-carotene in pumpkin (converted to Vitamin A in the body) is a true powerhouse vitamin. It boosts the immune system, promotes eye health and...

The Best Apple Crumble Recipe!

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This recipe was shared by The Local Moms Network Contributor, Host to Perfection! Wondering what to do with all those apples you picked this weekend? We love this classic recipe from the talented sisters behind Host to Perfection, using pantry ingredients we all have...

Apple Recipe Roundup

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Wondering what to do with all of those apples you brought home from apple picking? Sure, you can eat them fresh, as is (maybe sprinkled with some cinnamon), or you can make a simple Apple Pie, but we thought it would be fun to find some other creative ways to use...

Fun Back to School Lunch Ideas!

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Anyone else dreading packing a lunch again as we head back to school? (Or if you’re homeschooling, making and serving yet another meal at home?) For inspiration, we turned Beau Coffron, the dad of three behind the @lunchboxdad Instagram account and lunchboxdad.com....

Salmon Chipotle Tacos!

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Trying to change up your Taco Tuesday routine? Try these salmon tacos from Elizabeth Lim, the mom behind The Beach Cities Moms. Before having her 15-month-old daughter Sailor, Elizabeth ran a meal delivery business throughout Los Angeles. "Salmon has become a weekly...

Strawberry Fields Cocktail from Camp Cocktails!

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This summer has certainly been an “outdoor” one, and we hope to keep that trend going well into fall. That’s one of the reasons why we love food and drink writer Emily Vikre’s new book, Camp Cocktails: Easy, Fun and Delicious Drinks for the Great Outdoors,...

Smoothies Made Easy!

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I don’t know about you but I love a good smoothie. As a mom, it’s a great way to pack in a lot of nutrients into one easy and portable meal (not to mention my daughter loves them too!). But the idea of making them at home can definitely be overwhelming. Having all the...

Recipe: Host To Perfection’s No Bake Cheesecake!

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This recipe was contributed by The Local Moms Network Contributor, Host to Perfection! This No-Bake Cheesecake is so creamy and delicious and it’s a great Summer treat! Skip the oven and try this simple, but thick, rich and creamy filling cheesecake....

Beat the Heat with DIY Popsicles!

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Popsicles are synonymous with summer, and for good reason—they’re refreshing on hot days, help hydrate kids and adults alike, and are easy to hold, even for tiny toddler hands. While we don’t judge store bought varieties, making them allows you to control the...

Tomatoes, Peaches + Mozzarella, OH MY!

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The 4th of July doesn’t need to be all red, white + blue. You can be festive by making some traditional American BBQ style sides and salads. One of my favorite salads to serve in the summer is a Peach, Mozzarella + Tomato salad. There are so many variations out there,...

4th of July Recipe Roundup!

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Credit: Freut Cake[/caption] Need some ideas for your 4th of July menu? These options include something for everyone, from festive cocktails to savory sides. Hope everyone has a happy—and healthy—holiday this year. DrinksWatermelon Mojito from Barefoot ContessaBoozy...