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Scrambled Egg Muffins

Basic ingredients come together in minutes for these filling egg muffins that can be customized to taste. Economical, healthy, and delicious!    Four fabulous siblings joined me in the kitchen for this latest installment of Fountain Avenue Kids. But this story involves so much more than their family favorite recipe, and I hope you will…

Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal Muffins

The classic flavor of banana bread meets wholesome baked oatmeal in these personal-size muffins that are ideal for busy mornings. There’s an option for added protein, and the muffins freeze well too! I’ve been sitting on this recipe for years, regularly whipping up a batch for grab-and-go breakfasts and hearty snacks whenever a couple of…

Pizza Chicken

The flavor of pizza adds excitement to this family friendly chicken dinner – and just like regular pizza, you can choose your toppings!    If you’ve been following this blog for a little while, you are likely familiar with Grace and Evie. They are my much-loved nieces and have spent many hours in my kitchen,…

Halloween Mini Meatloaves

This is no ordinary Halloween recipe, but this special meatloaf is sure to elicit smiles (or shrieks) from those who eat it! Emily told me she thought she was forever done with subway rats when she moved out of New York City. Little did she know I had an idea up my sleeve for her…

Pan Seared Halibut

A simple spice rub and a quick sear turn wholesome fish into a family favorite meal. Enjoy with a squeeze of lemon or sauce of choice!   Fish ordered at a restaurant often seems so gourmet and special, something that would be difficult to replicate at home. But you can, and with minimal effort. What’s…

Italian Salsa Verde

Vibrantly green and bursting with flavor, this classic sauce can be spooned over beef, chicken, fish, eggs, roasted vegetables, and rice – or use as a dip for crusty bread.    How many times do you buy a bunch of herbs, only to use a handful of the sprigs while the rest slowly wilt in…

Parchment Packet Chicken

This zero-cleanup technique delivers tender, juicy chicken and is perfect on its own yet especially helpful for all those recipes calling for precooked chicken. Works with one chicken breast or many and offers endless flexibility with flavors.   Welcome to another edition of Fountain Avenue kids! Joey is in the house today, and this spunky…

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you don’t have a pumpkin cookie recipe (or even if you do!) this one will be the new standard in your household. Lightly spiced, chocolatey, and chock full of pumpkin and oats, this cookie hits all the right notes. And the best part is that it doesn’t have to be perfect to taste great!…

Sushi Stacks

Layered with shrimp, cucumber, avocado, and rice, and then drizzled with spicy mayo, these easy sushi stacks are fun to make and will satisfy your sushi craving!    To say I am excited about today’s recipe is an understatement. It’s a fun family favorite for sure, but it’s also the first in my new kids cooking video…

Easiest Steamed Edamame

The flavor-packed pop of perfectly cooked edamame is easy to achieve with a simple technique – in about 5 minutes. A crowd-pleasing appetizer, for sure, but the quick prep makes them a convenient side dish and snack as well.    A bag or two of edamame is a freezer standby in our house. Often enjoyed…

Cumin Lime Coleslaw

Thanks to its crisp texture, vibrant flavor and impressive versatility, this super simple side dish might just become a new favorite way to eat your veggies. Three cheers for Cumin Lime Coleslaw!   When I ask my family what they’d like for dinner, the answer may be pulled pork, spicy shrimp, or mac and cheese,…

Turkey or Beef Smash Burgers

The signature crust and juicy interior of the classic smash burger are within easy reach thanks to a few simple tips. (It’s basic science for those who are interested.) And though traditionally made with beef, a delicious turkey smash burger is easy to achieve – plus the cook time for both is lighting quick! If…

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