Have you noticed how inexpensive pizza is? It is insane. You can get a Little Caesers Hot N’ Ready large pizza for $5.99 and all of the other major players have had to follow suit to compete. I know these prices because I am a step-mom to teen boys and pizza is a food group. The thing is, as the price gets lower, I’m guessing the quality of ingredients has to plummet in correlation because in-the-end the franchises have to…
Skinny Sparkling Apple Cocktail
This is a fun refreshing cocktail with a fall vibe. Sugary cocktails are a huge no no when trying to keep slim, but this drink is light in calories and sugar. Serve this to girlfriends at a fall cocktail party or as an alternative to beer when tailgating (I just love football season by the way). Yes, it will work just as well in a Red Solo cup as in a martini glass. And moms, you probably have the Motts…
Mom Life: Cold Season Vitamin C Smoothie
Fall is my favorite season, hands down! But tis the season for kiddie colds, upper respiratory probs and crud. The temperature drops along with the immune system. My 19-month-old, Camden, is sick with a combination of bad cold and both eye teeth just starting to poke through. Poor thing! It is hard being a toddler. So right now it hurts to chew and his throat is sore. I want him to drink as many Vitamin C-packed liquids as possible to…
Style Minute: Jumpsuit Love
Why is this titled Style Minute? Because a minute is sometimes all I have to focus on myself and my attire. Who cares what mom looks like, right? As I’m typing this I have on a simple, black sleeveless jumpsuit with lace paneling inserts at the neckline along with black and grey throwback high-tops from Cheap Monday. I live in jumpsuits. They are my uniform. They are easy, comfortable and a polished alternative to yoga pants. They are also versatile….
Date Night Dinner: Pecan Crusted Sweet Scallops
I made this the other night for Geoff and it was super easy, delicious and Paleo! I’m not a Paleo devotee (I lack the discipline) but I try to reduce my processed carb load as much as possible. I labeled this a date night dinner, because scallops are more of an adult taste. This dish also makes an impressive plated appetizer. Things to keep in mind when buying scallops. I like to buy frozen scallops because I don’t live right…
Healthy Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette
As I get older I find store bought, bottled dressing less and less appealing. I feel like no matter which one I choose, it has that “faux & preserved” aftertaste. Here is one of my quick, healthy go-to vinaigrette dressings which tastes delicious not only on salads, but as a dipping sauce for chicken, shrimp or even hearty vegetables like grilled portabello. You can also thin it out a tad with water and use the mixture in the Crockpot. It…
