In a time crunch (aren’t we all?) I feel SO GOOD about using Simple Mills’ baking mixes to cut corners and get things done FAST in the kitchen.  It’s honestly the same way I’d make my own baked goods – only a handful of REAL ingredients – except I don’t have to raid the pantry or dirty a bunch of measuring cups.  So easy. I made these muffins from the artisan bread mix, which I have used for everything from flat bread to dinner rolls (the back of the box has a bunch of suggestions and… Read more >

I think he’s going to grow up to be a chef.  🙂 Blueberry baked donuts…because we read this book and the mood struck. We are all about incorporating books into our lives, since we go to the library (minimum) once a week and read 349875039768345 books a day…it is only natural that the characters and plot lines and themes carry over into daily conversation…and with food especially!  I mean, how could you ever read a book about donuts and not make them right then and there!?!  Right?! See also: Dragons Love Tacos (here and here)

My side kick is in Europe and we miss him like mad. He’s the best. Dad. Husband. Friend. Sending love to all the dads out there for everything you do for your family, especially to the ones in my life, who are role models for hands on parenting.  XXX

How much of a hipster cliche is this breakfast with home-made gluten free bread and avocado sprinkled with maca powder? I feel like a Gwyneth wannabe poser.  Hashtag goals. I’m attempting to help my hormones out by supplementing with maca at least a few times a week.  Basically when I remember or when it works in my meals.  I got some organic powder from nuts.com and it’s pretty easy to toss in smoothies or whatever. This is another fun way to eat it  😉 Lots of raw stuff going on lately because I just bought a… Read more >