Spring is finally here, and with it the bright colors and flavors of my favorite season. Pair this pesto with gourmet crackers or toasted baguette as a snack/appetizer or turn it into a meal by tossing with your favorite pasta and veggies like peas, asparagus or broccoli. Ingredients 2 cups fresh or frozen peas, cooked […]
These yummy peanut butter ‘cookies’ are a great snackable for tiny travelers. I use the term cookie liberally because these contain no sugar, eggs, gluten or other common cookie culprits. Just good stuff like all-natural peanut butter, ripe bananas and whole grain oats. Ingredients 2 tablespoons ground flax mixed with 6 tablespoons water (allow to […]
Kale chips are amazing. They boast the same crispy goodness as potato chips only they’re WAY better for you. They’re versatile too, working as a delicious snack on their own, a nice addition to any appetizer spread or as a side with sandwiches. Ingredients 1 bunch kale, torn & stemmed 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive […]
Light as a feather and delicately sweet, these cookies work just as well for baby as they would for high tea. They’re sugar-free playing off the natural sweetness of shredded coconut, with just a touch of agave nectar. Makes about 2 dozen cookies Ingredients 1/3 cup amaranth seeds, popped 1 & 1/2 cups all-purpose unbleached […]
I tried for a REALLY long time to like baba ghanoush. In theory it always sounded good: yummy roasted eggplant mashed with garlic and spices — what’s not to love? I’d dip and I’d dabble here and there but never bought into all the hoopla. Until last night! Here’s the recipe that has me (and […]
October has me all about pumpkins. I particularly love them baked into things and while us North Americans are used to seeing this squash in sweet treats like pumpkin pie, here’s a recipe that explores its savory side. Makes 2 1/2 dozen mini muffins Ingredients 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing […]
I’m obsessed with these muffins! 1) they contain pumpkin and 2) they contain maple. 3) they’re miniature – making them the perfect size for babies and toddlers. Actually, they’re the perfect size for us big kids too; two delicious bites and they’re gone. This recipe took 3 tries to get right and the original inspiration […]
Potato pancakes were a favorite of mine growing up. My Oma (Grandma) would make them from scratch, served with great dollops of sour cream. Mmmmmm… To this day, latkes are one of the few ways I actually enjoy eating potatoes. Without further ado, here’s my oma’s old-country recipe with a few baby-friendly adaptations. Serves 2 […]
It’s Monday morning and you need to make breakfast, stat! Forget recipes, you need a parent hack. Serves 1 baby and 1 adult Ingredients 2 slices whole wheat bread all natural nut butter, to taste ( I used MaraNatha peanut butter) 1 ripe banana, mashed Preparation Pop the bread into the toaster Mash the […]
This is one of my all-time favorites. It’s super simple to throw together and boy is it ever versatile. It works on toast, in oatmeal, swirled into yogurt. Heck, it’s even enjoyed by the spoonful on it’s own. Ingredients 4 apples, peeled, cored and quartered 1 cup whole pitted prunes 1 generous teaspoon fresh grated […]
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