Hi Reader, Here’s how I’m using my crockpot to make this week easier. I linked every recipe from the carousel below. Breakfast: Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Maple OatmealIt cooks overnight. In the morning, I portion it out, and breakfast is sorted for the week. Dinner, then lunches: Crockpot Chicken Tortilla SoupI make a big batch for dinner one night, and the rest becomes the most delicious lunches. It reheats so well. One pot, two meals: Crockpot ChiliI’m setting some aside to use as the base...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, The smartest thing I do all week happens on Sunday. But we aren't talking about hours of meal prep. Frankly, I want to enjoy Sunday with my family, not spend the day in the kitchen. I still like to prep strategically to make the week a bit easier. Sometimes that means making muffins while dinner is in the oven or cooking something that takes longer than I have on a weeknight. Or doubling up a recipe to cut back on prep later in the week. This week, I am planning to roast a chicken,...
5 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, If you have been part of the A Mind "Full" Mom community for a while, you have basically watched my kids grow up right alongside the recipes. You have seen me pack school lunches, work around food allergies, feed some very picky eaters, and share more than a few stories from our kitchen. And somehow, one of those picky little eaters is turning 18 this week. EIGHTEEN. I am still trying to figure out how exactly that happened. So, in honor of Layla's birthday, I thought I would skip...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Mornings are often busy and hectic, especially if your child starts school at 7 am or you have to beat the morning rush and head into the office before sunrise. To make my mornings a bit less chaotic, I love turning to make-ahead breakfast recipes you can enjoy quickly (or easily pack for the road). My Favorite Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes Freezer-Friendly Egg McMuffins: Skip the drive-thru and make a better-tasting, better-for-you Egg McMuffin. I have a hack for making eggs in...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Now that school is back in session, a sense of routine has returned. And with that comes a jam-packed schedule and the need for simple, satisfying meals. And while I have tons of ideas for school lunches, prep-ahead breakfasts, nourishing snacks, and 30-minute dinner recipes, sometimes all of those options can lead to decision fatigue (at least for me!) So I thought I would give you a starting point and share 5 things I am personally making this week. 5 Easy Recipes to Make This...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Meal prep does not mean spending all day in the kitchen. For me, it often looks like planning my menu using similar ingredients and leftovers in new ways. On this week's meal plan, I am keeping things simple by making one large batch of protein, a pot of rice, and homemade refried beans. Those three basics do the heavy lifting, while a few familiar toppings help each meal feel completely different. For the protein, you can choose what works best for your family: Instant Pot...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Do you have a garden overflowing with zucchini? Looking for new recipes to make it shine? Or maybe entice the picky eaters to enjoy MORE veggies? I have you covered! From breakfast to snacks to appetizers to main courses, I have the best recipes to make your zucchini shine. Recipes to Celebrate Zucchini Not Your Average Zucchini Bread: With my mom's secret ingredient that naturally sweetens the bread and keeps it super moist. Another Unique Spin on Zucchini Bread: Ripe bananas and...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Whether you're feeding two families or the entire neighborhood, I've got your 4th of July menu covered. These are the recipes I come back to year after year because they're easy, reliable, and the kind people ask for before they even leave the party. You can browse the options below or browse my collection of 4th of July Recipes OR Summer Cookout Menu Ideas. 🍔 Burger lovers The Perfect Hamburger: Like seriously...the BEST. BBQ Chicken Burger: No dried-out chicken here! Black Bean...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Every summer, I come back to the same little kitchen hero: basil pesto. It is bright, herby, garlicky, and packed with flavor. A spoonful can turn plain chicken, pasta, or pizza dough into dinner without asking much from you. You can start with my homemade basil pesto, made with fresh basil, garlic, parmesan, nuts, and olive oil. Or grab a jar from the store. Both work -- and never feel guilty to take a shortcut when needed! Once you have the pesto, dinner practically makes...
4 months ago • 1 min read