Recipes

Simple, fast, easy: that is what so many moms strive for on a daily basis. Whether it's diaper changes or dinner arrangements, we just want to get the "chores" done quickly so there is time for the fun and joy of LIFE! The last time we introduced you to Indie Plate, the new online grocery store and delivery service for the Baton Rouge area, it was clear that their goal was to make life simpler in the grocery department.  When they asked us to try out their service to plan and cater our next contributor meeting, we were all for giving it a try. Could a dinner party be simplified when it comes to feeding 10+ people?? We...

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by IndiePlate. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own! I'm a busy mom with two young kids, and my goal each and every day is to make my life as simple and stress-free as it can possibly be (which is asking a lot).  We are a health-conscious family, and my biggest struggle is to find the time and energy to grocery shop and plan meals with my "helpers" along for the ride. So, when I heard about IndiePlate, a new online grocery store and delivery service for the Baton Rouge area, I was immediately intrigued.  You mean I can choose high-quality groceries from the comfort of my home, take as much time as I...

Oven dinging, glasses clinging, and guests arriving are just a few sounds which make my heart flutter. I thought I'd share a book I have thoroughly enjoyed that has encouraged me to connect with others around the dinner table: Bread and Wine by Shauna Niequist. My hubs gave me this book along with a bottle of wine and some new wine glasses for Christmas this year. It has truly been a book I've carried around the house from room to room perusing through the pages filled with relatable stories and recipes. Niequist writes with a... move those clothes over and sit on the couch for a while sense of transparency. The book extends an invitation for us to open our...

Happy Valentine's Day friends! We are overwhelmed with lots of warm and fuzzy feelings when we think about YOU, our readers and fellow moms. We wish you a lovely day full of love, hugs, special treats, and maybe even a night off! Many of us will be out on the town, enjoying date nights, and we thought this was the perfect time to share our favorite sweets and treats in Baton Rouge.  This city is fast becoming a foodie-heaven, and we aren't complaining.  Here are some of our top picks for our favorite desserts in this great city! "The life-altering White Chocolate Bread Pudding from Parrain's." - Charlotte "Coffee Call beignets and cafe au lait, because anything that can be both...

We've got another delicously simple recipe from the one-and-only, local superstar chef Holly Clegg! Be sure to check out our favorite recipe of hers: Easy King Cake with Cream Cheese Cinnamon Filling! We know you will enjoy today's Valentine's treat! Valentine’s Day is filled with sweets and treats of all kinds, but why not bypass those standard chocolates on the shelf and introduce your family to these easy homemade goodies. With only 4 ingredients, the Caramel Pecan Candies are easy to whip up and can be fun to get the kids in on the action too! These melt-in-your-mouth morsels, are a sweet and special way to say ‘I love you’ this Valentine’s Day! For more “good for your” heart recipes,...