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Skillet Nachos

Skillet Nachos

Who doesn’t love nachos…am I right? They’re the perfect communal food that gets the party started!  And with the Super Bowl creeping around the corner, I knew it was time to share the love.

Hearty Chocolate Chip Cookies

Hearty Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you haven’t had the pleasure of walking NEAR or around Levain Bakery, it’s a must-do the next time you visit New York City.  The intoxicating scent of freshly baked cookies hits you in the face as soon as you’re in the area, but there…

Levoit Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier Product Review (Honest Mom Review)

We already own a humidifier, but when Levoit contacted us asking if they could send us their Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier to review, I was intrigued. We only like to review products that will fit seamlessly into our daily lives, and being that it’s the…

Toasted Ravioli

Toasted Ravioli

There’s something so magical about toasted ravioli, right? I’m sure you’ve had it before in some context.  In Chicago, the deep dish pizza places usually have it on their menu.  It’s truly simple to make at home, but feels like a special treat. Maybe that’s…

Starting New Traditions: Thanksgiving 2018

Starting New Traditions: Thanksgiving 2018

Joe and I have been married for 10 years now, and I can’t remember having even one Thanksgiving together in the past decade where I wasn’t a gloomy Gus leading up to it, until this year.  Let me explain… Growing up, my family celebrated Thanksgiving…

Sweet and Spicy Nuts

Sweet and Spicy Nuts

These Sweet and Spicy Nuts are the ultimate special occasion snack. They are the perfect little last minute nibble you can whip up and set out in mason jars or little pretty bowls around the house just before the party starts.  They look legit gourmet,…