Category Archives: Lizzie

Meatloaf, Smeatloaf, Double-Beatloaf. I Hate Meatloaf!

Much like Randy from A Christmas Story (and our own Abigail), I have never been much of a fan of meatloaf. There are rare exceptions, mind you, and my husband loves the stuff, so I occasionally try out various recipes. … Continue reading

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Kale-ing it at dinner!

Due to some recent dietary restrictions imposed by the doctor, I’ve been trying to make certain family members eat healthier. As such, I have been searching everywhere for good, healthy foods. Kale is a superfood. Were you aware of this … Continue reading

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Posted in Fruits & Vegetables, Lizzie | 14 Comments

Carrot cake!

So as I’ve mentioned, I cook when I’m stressed. But sometimes I also cook just because I love love love to bake. I’m generally the go-to dessert person for family holidays, because I take joy in it. For last Thanksgiving, … Continue reading

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Copycats!

Okay, I know that I’ve mentioned before my obsession with recreating delicious things I’ve tasted in a restaurant. Usually this is some sort of specific meal. Or a cake or cookies. And I will often try to get the recipes … Continue reading

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Posted in Dessert, Ice Cream, Lizzie | Tagged , , , , | 9 Comments

I love to cook…

It soothes me, calms me, destresses me, makes me a happy camper. In fact, my family laughs at me and rolls their eyes on the occasions when I shoo them all out of the kitchen, tell them I’m invoking the … Continue reading

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Quick, yummy, and efficient!

So it’s been a really hectic week (or month… or year…. But ESPECIALLY this week), so I wanted to do something quick and easy for my family for dinner. I had no energy and really no time, and a houseful … Continue reading

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Allergies? CHECK THE LABELS!!

I know, I know, this should be common sense to you all. And it is. Sort of. We have recently had to move to a more dairy-free home due to allergies. I figured “no problem! I’ll just get things made … Continue reading

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What are you eating? I want that! NOW!

I am very food-suggestible. To the point that if you mention a food, the odds are I will want it. No, NEED it. Immediately. Like NOW.

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Magical Dining!

You may or may not have realized this from previous comments made, but my house is one of Disney fanatics. When one grows up just a few hours south of The Happiest Place on Earth, as I and my children … Continue reading

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Guest Chick Monday: Feeding the Family with Amy Silverstein

Amy Silverstein is a teacher, mom and writer who stars in her own reality series called “Life”.  Her hobbies include embarrassing her children, crosswords, and laughing at herself. Amy’s blog can be found at http://Tweenragers.blogspot.com, and is a must-read for … Continue reading

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