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Now that the pantry is stocked with all the essentials, let’s move to another indispensable part of the kitchen: the freezer.
It’s a rare occasion that weeknight cooking turns out classics such as Chicken Pot Pie or Indian Butter Chicken, but with a little extra planning the freezer can be used to store ready-to-eat meals: fried rice, meatballs or lasagna.
When preparing freezer meals don’t forget about breakfast! For something savory try breakfast burritos. If you need something on the sweet side look to smoothie packs. They are a lifesaver for quick breakfasts or hydrating after school snacks.
The easiest way to stock a freezer is to make a little extra on the weekend or double the recipe you’re making anyway — eat half, freeze half. I like to think of it as life skills 101 and get the kids involved. For weekend prep, set aside an afternoon and make an extra main dish, a breakfast option, pizza dough or cookies to pull out for a rainy day. Bake, cool, label and freeze. You won’t regret it!

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The season is slowly transitioning from summer sun to cool fall days and I am ready for it.
I always look forward to this time of year when the smell of chili simmering on the stove and cornbread in the oven draws the family together both in the kitchen and around the table.
Family-friendly meals are simple during fall. Turning on the oven with delight, I reach for sheet pan meals, stovetop classics, and soups we haven’t eaten in a year. Fall offers the chance to dig in once again to apples, root vegetables and pantry staples that the whole family enjoys. Read on for simple, cozy, family-friendly meal ideas.

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I look forward to apple season all year long and baking definitely tops my list of reasons why.
Apples bake into so many lovely recipes that add a touch of comfort and coziness to the season. Spiced applesauce simmering on the stove is such a treat on a blustery fall day and Apple Turnovers ensure everyone in my house shows up for breakfast. Let’s not forget the joy of biting into a crisp, juicy apple, especially when coated in warm caramel.
Let’s dive into fall with all the best apple recipes to make when the weather turns chilly but your house is warm and cozy.
Wondering which apple variety is best for the baking project you have in mind? Check out our Fall Guide to the Best Baking Apples for information on the best apple varieties for baking. LEGGI TUTTO

If you are lucky enough to have an overabundance of garden produce, you may be wondering what to do with it all. Please know you can always drop it off at my house!
My childhood best friend had a huge garden and I have fond memories of picking tomatoes off the vine and eating them right then and there. I’m sure I ate more than my fair share on those long summer days. There was always more than enough and gardens have a way of giving, giving, and giving.
If you’ve had your fill of salads, then I’m here to help. You can hold onto the flavors of summer all year long by following a couple of tips and making the most of these preservation recipes below.
Give yourself as much time as possible to preserve your garden haul by keeping produce fresh for as long as possible.
Allow the garden to shine in a variety of ways by canning, freezing and preserving each vegetable at the peak of freshness. LEGGI TUTTO

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When the weather cools and cooking dinner means comforting mains, we turn to hearty soups, cheesy casseroles and chili.
But first we turn to the pantry, your best friend when it comes to cooking dinner in the fall. Cans of steam packed fresh tomatoes, a variety of beans, and a few different pastas make dinner a cinch to get on the table.
Cans of American grown diced tomatoes truly anchor these dinner recipes: With unforgettable true tomato flavor and nothing artificial, they make the meal time and time again. Let’s get cooking! LEGGI TUTTO

There’s no doubt that school is looking a lot different this year! In a way, it seems that there are several different directions we are taking to navigate this upcoming school year, but there is one thing that remains a constant… SCHOOL LUNCH. Whether you’re in-person, distant learning, doing a hybrid method, or homeschooling, these kiddos need to eat!
I am doing a homeschooling co-op with a few other families in my neighborhood, and the topic of lunch has come up in all the logistics we’ve had to figure out. We have decided that each kid will bring their own lunch, which means I will still be packing five different lunches every night. Yes, I pack my lunches at night! It’s one of the ways I help my mornings run just a bit smoother.
While PB&J is still a major contender for our lunch boxes, we definitely like to try new things! LEGGI TUTTO

Turn summer’s bounty of fresh vegetables and herbs into hearty weeknight dinner salads. From classics like Cobb Salad to new favorites like Fish Taco Salad Bowls, we’ve got ideas that whole family will love! Continue reading “Make the Most of Summer with these 14 Main Meal Salads” » LEGGI TUTTO