Simple Italian Sausage Dinner

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The boys and I spent the morning touring a local dairy farm and when our PiggyToes stepped into the market, I laid eyes … View →

2 Tbsp Salmon

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I call this dish my "2 Tablespoon Salmon" recipe because that's just about the amount I used of each ingredient!  This … View →

Honey Soy Tilapia

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I found this recipe on All Recipes in a last minute search for a different kind of flavor instead of my go-to 'Parmesan … View →

Pretzel Crusted Cod

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Cod isn't a fish I cook with often but I have no clue why!  It's filling, hearty and delicious.  After making this … View →

Crockpot Beef – My Own Recipe

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This is what I call a Lazy Mamas Crockpot Dinner!  I came up with this dish one morning with no recipe, I wasn't … View →

Crockpot Mexican Chicken

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I put together this crockpot on a cold, snowy day.  I knew by lunch-time that the last thing I wanted to do was stand … View →

Italian Ground Turkey Pinwheel

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I feel like I've been posting a lot of recipes lately... ummmm... *embarrassed* I'm pregnant. Very pregnant. And … View →

Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

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I put this crock-pot together on Sunday when the boys were recovering from the flu.  Yes, I already know what you're … View →

Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches

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Ahhhhh Sunday.  I needed Sunday.  We went to church in the morning and then I took a little Sunday drive by myself … View →

Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken

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I threw this crock-pot together last minute after pre-school and it turned out great!  Though the colors in the picture … View →

Monkey Bread

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I love that our little family now has a few traditions throughout the year and this is one of them!  Monkey Bread.  I … View →

Date Night Dinner : Spaghetti with Clams

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Our schedule has been insane this week and the only down-time we've had is nap-time.  The rest of the day; morning, … View →

Creamy Crockpot Chicken

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I pulled this out of Rocco's book-bag this week.  When I asked where Mary was, his response was, "Mary went out … View →

Turkey and Beef Chili

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The last time I attempted to make a pot of Chili, it was so spicy that no one could eat it except for my dear hubby.  I … View →

Last Minute Halloween Meal for Kids

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If you live near our PiggyToes, your Trick or Treat night was probably postponed or canceled due to the storm.  I … View →

Thai Chicken with Rice

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While flipping through the pages of my 'Garden-Fresh Cookbook', I came across a Thai Chicken Recipe and had to try it.  … View →

Crock-Pot Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

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I have always loved buffalo chicken with blue cheese dressing but ever since we found out that we were having a baby, I … View →

Back-to-School: A Must Have Book

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Well, the time has come... tomorrow is Rocco & Roman's FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!  In preparation for the big day, we … View →

Weekend Dinner Party

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This weekend, we're having a dinner party with friends and I wanted to share with you my food thoughts!  I found a new … View →

Stuffed Banana Peppers + a Sweet Snack I was Craving

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I debated whether or not to grow banana peppers in our Garden this year.  We don't eat them on a regular basis so I … View →

Panko & Parmesan Tilapia

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Hi sweet friends!  The boys and I had a busy week full of sprinklers, play-dates, gardening, fun in the sun and lots … View →

5 Pink Drinks

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I'm hosting a Girls Night IN & have been looking for a few delicious and 'girly' drinks to serve my friends … View →

Chinese Chicken Salad

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mmmm... I can't think of a better Summer salad! The boys and I spent the day at the pool and this was all I could think … View →

Mexican Stuffed Peppers

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I threw together this dish last minute and my whole family loved it!  The ingredients were similar to what I put in my … View →

Guest Post: IHOD

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I've been so busy this week and we're finally (well, the little guys and I) caught up on sleep and adjusted to the time … View →

Fresh Strawberry Bread

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After spending a week in San Diego, California, our PiggyToes are home and the first thing that I needed to do was get … View →

Thai Peanut Salmon Salad

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Thai Peanut Salmon Salad I just purchased my 2nd bottle of San-J Thai Peanut Sauce and made this delicious Salmon … View →

Zucchini Bread

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I love when there's a freshly baked breakfast bread on our counter!  Its easy to grab and go in the morning, healthier … View →

Grilled Rosemary Chicken & Roasted Vegetables

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This is a fast & easy dinner that's not only healthy, but delicious and full of flavor!  A summer staple in our … View →

My Famous Banana Bread

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Someone asked me what the best thing I bake is and I must say, its a toss up between my Famous Banana Bread and my … View →