Tomato sauce

This homemade BBQ sauce is my all-time favorite BBQ sauce. Honestly. It has a balsamic vinegar base and it’s super tangy with just the right amount of sweetness from honey. It’s dark and rich and it makes me so happy. I’ve been making this sauce for years. It was originally part of my Easy Grilled …

Today is Steve’s birthday. The big 4-0, people. Steve’s the kind of guy who embraces stuff like that. I embrace it, too . . . on him. I like how his hair is on its way to be salt and peppery just like his dad’s. He’s lucky to have a full, thick head of it, …

Do you get into lunchtime ruts, too? Actually I know you do because I get asked a lot what I eat for lunch, and most of the time my answers aren’t super inspiring. But I’ve got an inspiring idea for you today, friends — 5-Minute Cheesy Zucchetti Bowl and a review of a gorgeous cookbook.

This is another recipe from my archives (circa 2010) that I picked up, dusted off, and made it healthier for you. The last time I made them was about two kids ago, and I had forgotten how good they were. These Mini Skillet Meatloaves were a HUGE hit with my kids, too. They wolfed them so fast …

Earlier this year we were eating Sloppy Joe’s at my parents house. I made my 2-year-old a plate and set it in front of her, but a few minutes later she started complaining. “Want a Sloppy Joe!” “You have a Sloppy Joe. See? It’s right here.” “No! I want a Sloppy Joe!”

No, really. They are the Best Sloppy Joe’s Ever. According to us, anyway. “Best Ever” can be fightin’ words. Especially when talking about chili. Or chocolate chip cookies. Or *gasp* pie crust. That last one can be a direct assault on a grandma if said to the wrong person. I’m sure everyone (at least in …

My little ones loved assembling these foil packet tacos and sweet potatoes make a great base for a taco! You can even take these camping!

This chipotle taco meat is packed with lots of hidden veggies! It’s perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, and even breakfast hashes (my favorite!).