I was told once that we only get 18 summers with our children. While that really spoke to me when I first heard it, my children were young at the time and I’m not sure if I truly understood the impact of that statement. Now that I have one in college and one who graduated…
Inspiration from my Kids
Easy Weekday Supper Recipes and Graduation #WeekdaySupper
Happy Memorial Day! Today, we remember the millions of soldiers who gave their lives in the service of their country. This Memorial Day Weekend has touched me in so many ways. My second oldest, Ronnie, graduated from High School. I am so proud of him and the young man he has become. I am looking forward…
Fruit Salad with Port Honey Drizzle #SundaySupper
I love long weekends and this one is truly a special one. My second oldest is graduating from High School. While age doesn’t play a very important role in my every day life, it is hard for me to imagine that I now have two children that have graduated from High School. Yes, that old…
Turkey Alfalfa Healthy Sandwich
Today I decided to make a turkey alfalfa sprout sandwich that has been one of my favorites for years. My mom has been making this sandwich for me since middle school, and I had forgotten about it until recently. I would eat this exact same sandwich every single day of the school week… it’s THAT…
Avocado Hummus #WeekdaySupper
Today, I am so excited and honored to have my daughter, Alexandra posting. She is the reason Family Foodie was born and continues to inspire me every day. It is so wonderful to have her home from college and working with me this summer. Alexandra is a total hummus addict, we test more hummus recipes than…
Mexican Pizza with Chipotle Orange Sauce #SundaySupper
Do you celebrate Cinco de Mayo? We typically don’t celebrate or honestly, cook many Mexican dishes at our home. After making Mexican Pizza with Chipotle Orange Sauce, and enjoying it along with a Margarita, I can see why Cinco de Mayo Recipes are such a hit. My friend Jen from Juanita’s Cocina is always excited about Mexican Cuisine…
This Week’s Easy Weekday Supper Recipes #WeekdaySupper
This Weeks Easy Weekday Supper Recipes: Monday – Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks – Cajun Pork and Peppers Fettuccine Alfredo Tuesday – Supper For A Steal – Jerk Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa Wednesday – Happy Baking Days – Risotto Primavera Thursday – Small Wallet, Big Appetite – Southwestern Crock Pot Baked Sweet Potatoes Friday – Growing Up Gabel – Grilled Chicken Gyros with Tzatiki Cucumber…
Memories: Easy Weekday Supper Recipes #WeekdaySupper
Wow! What a busy weekend we had at our house. When you combine a Football State Championship Game and Prom Night all in one weekend, there is a lot of excitement and activity going one. It’s weekends like this that I am reminded of the importance of the memories that are made every day. …
Walnut Crusted Salmon Cakes #SundaySupper
Alexandra came home from college this weekend, and I love making something special to welcome her home. If you could believe it, she loves Salmon as much as I do. When I made Salmon with Tomatoes, Onions, Olives and Capers last week, I couldn’t help but miss her and wish she was home to enjoy…
Oatmeal Craisin White Chocolate Cookies
I know what you are thinking. I’m thinking the same thing. What are cookies doing on this blog? Well, it’s Valentine’s Day and while I am not a big celebrant, I thought I would surprise the kids when they got home from school with Oatmeal Craisin White Chocolate Cookies. We love anything cranberry. A couple…
