I grew up in Miami, Florida eating grits almost every morning for breakfast. I have to admit, I love grits! I used to eat them with a little butter and salt and that's it. Lately, we've been on a grits kick here at home. It used to be that I was the only grits-lover here, but the tides recently turned and my kids and husband have joined me on the grits bandwagon. How did I bring them over to the other side? I did it with "cheese" grits! My "cheese" grits are easy, quick, deli

I get so many messages from folks newly facing a dairy and soy allergy that ask what they can possibly safely snack on now. When walking the grocery aisles, it can seem that EVERY label says, "Contains: Dairy" or "Contains: Soy." It can initially seems like nothing is safe. I am here to say -- do not despair! There are plenty of safe and delicious snack options that will be satisfying and healthy for you despite your allergies. Here is my go-to list of awesome snacks! 1. Anyt

Wow . . . it’s been way too long. I have no great excuse — life is hectic and it’s taken me away from posting, But, you know what’s brought me back? All of YOU! Yes, all the comments on the blog and on the facebook page, all the mamas commenting on how much they enjoy the recipes and the tips and how much they want to hear more from me. Finally, it’s pushed me to come back and do what I enjoy most — sharing with you all the amazing ways that you can create beautiful, deliciou