Motherhood is a marathon. Enjoy the run.
It's my Grandma's birthday week and here's the second sweet recipe in her honor. I can't eat this and not think of her. Sweet Grandma. When I was little, I wouldn't eat this. It had fruit in it and I was adamantly opposed to anything remotely healthy. Little did I know....... This custard-like pan of sweet comfort food is anything BUT the healthiest. Except for the … [Read more...]
This is our oldest son, Nolan. When he was three, he said to us, "I want to be a cooker-guy when I grow up!" So tonight, for our family dinner, he made us pizzas!!! He's making the sauce by pressing some fresh garlic cloves and mixing with tomato sauce. And spreading it over the dough....... veggies..... pepperoni.... and of … [Read more...]
In just a few days, my dear, sweet, amazing Grandma would be celebrating her 99th birthday. This will be the first year that I can remember, not getting to bring her something sweet to share with her on her special day. I miss her. And I miss her even more since I started typing these words onto this screen. So. I can't be with her this year to bring her a pretty cake and pretty package and a … [Read more...]
What am I going to do when I run out of letters in the alphabet??? Just kidding. There are, after all, 26 letters in the alphabet, and even if I was super creative and never repeated any one dish on any of the weekly menus, that would still be awesome, considering you would only eat each dish twice a year. Be very very proud of me for doing that math. Now. It's Friday and I have … [Read more...]
This soup can serve as your appetizer for a Mexican-style meal, or it can be the meal itself. So delicious, and good for you, this soup recipe has become one of my favorite meals to make for our family. We enjoy our chicken tortilla soup with these easy, homemade lime chips. However you decide to serve it, expect to enjoy a second helping. Happy simmering! … [Read more...]
OH MY GOODNESS!!!! Our family just finished up this delish dish, so I am not quite over it yet. You'll have to excuse my excessive enthusiasm. I love them fresh out of the garden, and especially yellow squash, zucchini and onions!!! They go great with any meal! You're done. Eat the superamazingdelightfullydelicious plate of health. So good. Even my … [Read more...]
Yay! Another menu from the Ferguson kitchen!!! In random order, here's the list of dinner dishes Nolan and I will be cooking up this next week: Lasagna, salad and bread Chicken Tortilla Soup.........Yeee Hawwwww!!! Cajun Chicken Pasta (from PW), salad, bread Pizzas by Nolan - one veggie, one pepperoni, of course!! Oh, and salad!! Baked Fish, veggies, rice or … [Read more...]
Over the years, I've been more and more compelled to eat healthy, but as a mother, I am even more so. Giving my children the best chance possible to grow into healthy, mature adults includes feeding them the healthiest foods I can. Not a problem, since I love to cook and love to feed them. It's often difficult to navigate the world of nutrition when attempting to feed our children … [Read more...]
I have so many memories of sitting at the table with my Mom, Dad and sisters, enjoying this scrumptious, melt-in-your-mouth meal. My mom could make it like no other! In fact, I've never had it anywhere else. She was the only person I ever knew to make this dish. Anytime she made it when I was a child and even through my teen years, I remember everyone at the table scraping the pan clean. … [Read more...]
Noticing a theme here? No, not the Mexican food one. I love the words Easiest...Ever. Because I am a mom. Of many. Many. Children. So I appreciate Easy. I also happen to really love healthy food at the same time. Which is why this recipe is perfect for me. And for you. You're done. Dinner in five minutes. No kidding!! WAIT!!!!! Don't forget to make your fresh … [Read more...]
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As a homeschooling mom of eight boys, I find lots to talk about, including the challenges and beauty of this amazing season of motherhood. It is indeed a marathon. Thanks for joining me!
