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A Mind "Full" Mom: Family-Friendly Recipes

From breakfast to dinner to dessert, Kristen shares delicious, tried, and true recipes that are big on flavor, made with easy-to-find wholesome ingredients, and family-approved! She also sends Free Weekly Meal Plans complete with meal-prep tips and a grocery list.

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Hi Reader, Today's email is a bit different than normal, but I have had SO many questions asking what my favorite holiday gifts are for those that like to cook. I have you covered! I’ve put together a list of the best cooking gifts--all found at Walmart for a great price--because we ALL need to save money right now. (And some of these prices have dropped LOWER than Black Friday--the lowest price I have seen on this air fryer and bread maker!!!!) And if gift guides aren't your thing, don't...

Hi Reader, How many of you like to brave the crowds for the best Black Friday deals? I USED to love it--decades ago! Now I want to shop from the comfort of my own house while putting up my Christmas decorations and enjoying creative Thanksgiving leftover recipes. And in case you are like me, I wanted to share with you a few of my favorite deals. And if deals aren't your thing, don't worry, just ignore this email - I'll be back with more recipes soon! My Favorite Black Friday Deals For more...

Hi Reader, The week of Thanksgiving is not only busy, but most of us will be spending A LOT of time in the kitchen this week. But we still have to eat... This is time to turn to the quickest, easiest recipes in our arsenal. Let me share some of my favorites with you 🤗 Super Easy Dinner Recipes Easy and Delicious 15-Minute Chicken Stir-Fry 15-Minute Shrimp Stir-Fry Dump and Cook 6-Ingredient Instant Pot Favorite Quicker and Tastier than Take-Out Pizza My Go-to Cheap & Easy Taco Dinner Creamy...

Hi Reader, One of the most challenging parts of planning a Thanksgiving meal is accommodating the dietary restrictions of those at your table. I have had years of experience putting together a meal that everyone LOVES and ensuring the needs of my guests and I want to help YOU if you are in the same boat! For reference, my niece has a dairy allergy, my nephew is allergic to eggs, my brother is vegan, and my son was gluten-intolerant until he was 8--I know what I am talking about! Thanksgiving...

Hi Reader, Today's email is a bit different than normal, but because I love helping you save money, I wanted to pass along some EARLY Black Friday Deals at Walmart. And if deals aren't your thing, don't worry, just ignore this email - I'll be back with more recipes soon! But if you are looking for a new Instant Pot, cookware, storage containers (or even some cute kitchen decor), check out the deals I have rounded up through the link below. Walmart's Early Black Friday sale Some items WILL...

Hi Reader, As you likely have gathered by now, I LOVE my Instant Pot and have a ton of recipes perfect for Thanksgiving--whether you want to prepare EVERYTHING in the Instant Pot or use it for a few things to save space in the oven or stove-top. And my favorite tip is to use the Instant Pot to prep a few dishes in advance (I am looking at you applesauce, cranberry sauce, and sweet potatoes!) Thanksgiving Instant Pot Recipes Instant Pot Turkey Breast: You can make a delicious, moist, juicy,...

Hi Reader, It is a BOLD statement to say my family has ONE favorite recipe. And when I ask, them they NEVER pick just one. But one recipe ALWAYS makes the cut. It is the recipe my son asks me to make for him when he returns home on break from college. It is the chili recipe my husband requests for football games. It is the recipe my daughter asks me to make when she has friends over. It is the recipe I turn to for potlucks. But it isn't just MY family that raves about this recipe! You have...

Hi Reader, Can you believe next week is Labor Day weekend already?! Time to fire up the grill and enjoy the unofficial end to summer (and hopefully the crazy heat wave!) And I have the perfect recipes to do just that! Labor Day Favorites 🍔 Burgers & More The Ultimate Burger Recipe -- SERIOUSLY the BEST!!! The Juiciest Chicken Burger EVER -- it will rock your world Black Bean Burgers -- That ACTUALLY taste good and aren't dry! BBQ Chicken Breasts -- simple but so good Instant Pot Pulled Pork...

Hi Reader, It is time to fire up the grill, call your friends, and enjoy the unofficial kick-off of summer with these delicious party-perfect recipes! Whether you are hosting or simply in charge of bringing a dish to share, I’ve put together some of my best recipes that I guarantee your friends and family will love! Memorial Day Menu 🍔 Burgers & More The Ultimate Burger Recipe -- SERIOUSLY the BEST!!! The Juiciest Chicken Burger EVER -- it will rock your world Black Bean Burgers -- That...

Hi Reader, This time of year can be pretty hectic. From the end of school festivities (that seem to last a month!!) to sports to just wanting to spend more time outdoors, it all can lead to crazy weeknight schedules! But that doesn't mean that dinnertime needs to suffer! Today I'm sharing some of the quickest, easiest, tastiest dinner recipes on the blog. Here's some inspiration for cooking this upcoming month. Recipes to Make This Month Weeknight Ease with Impressive Results: This recipe...