Pumpkins and apples are popular in the fall, but one of my favorite things about the season are the juicy pears! Here are 25 delicious pear recipes for fall that you have to try!
Recipes
Make these fun back to school brownies with store bought brownies or your favorite homemade brownies recipe. The kids will love finding these in their lunchboxes! If you’re looking for fun lunchbox treats for your child’s first few days of school, you can’t get much cuter than these back-to-school brownies from our contributor, Christine. My …
There’s no better way to warm up in the fall and winter months than with a steaming cup of hot chocolate. Here are some of the most delicious hot chocolate recipes I’ve found. Enjoy!
Maple Cinnamon Bars are the perfect fall cookie. When I think about maple, I think about leaves changing colors, a long trip through the countryside in Vermont and a picnic in the woods. The scent of cinnamon reminds me of apple cider and baking.
This dinosaur bento lunch is sure to be a big hit with your kids. With cheese, veggies and fruit, it’s a healthy and fun option for a lunch or snack.
Looking for a lunch idea that’s not a sandwich? These cheesy, crunchy apple cheddar quesadillas are just the ticket!
This pumpkin latte Starbucks copycat is the perfect fall drink for chilly evenings.
4 Cheese Pepperoni Pizza Bites are the perfect after school or family night treat. Kids are always hungry and as busy Moms we all get tired of hearing, “Mom, I am hungry! What’s to eat?”
We’re super excited about the kiddo going to preschool this year, and I’ve been looking for ways to make the first day of school special. These cookies made by one of our contributors are the perfect solution! Whip up a batch of these ABC Cookies to surprise your kids on their first day of school.
Our kiddo will be attending school for the first time this year for two days a week. Eek! This nervous mama is looking for easy snacks to put in his lunchbox and to give him after school until dinner is ready. These easy homemade granola bars with M&Ms and raisins are the perfect solution.
We’re still on our smoothie kick, and this week we have two yummy recipes coming at you! The first one is this yummy tropical smoothie made with bananas, pineapple juice and fresh coconut. It’s seriously tasty. Want to make your own banana pineapple coconut smoothie? Let’s get to the recipe!
My son has been in love with Minions since we let him watch Despicable Me for the first time a few days go. That was quickly followed by the second movie, Minion shorts and everything else “Minion” that we could find. And, since smoothies are one of our favorite breakfasts, I decided to turn this …
Can you believe it’s July already? With the temperatures getting even higher this month, we’re looking for more delicious ways to cool down. These blueberry-strawberry popsicles were so fruity and yummy that I can’t wait to make another batch. Whip some up today!
Yogurt is one of my favorite snacks, plain or combined with fruit, granola, chocolate… just about anything you can think of. But my absolute favorite combination is vanilla yogurt with strawberries and blueberries. So easy, right? Well, it also makes a perfect patriotic snack for the 4th of July!
I’ve been on a slushie kick lately. After making orange creamsicle slushies half a dozen times, I thought I’d switch it up a bit. The strawberries are super sweet this time of year, so I knew I wanted to use those. And we nearly always have oranges or orange juice on hand. So, the Strawberry …
What’s better than a popsicle on a hot summer day? I love popsicles made with real fruit. They may not be healthy, per se, but at least I know I’m getting in some vitamins and calcium while I indulge in my frozen treat. I hope you like these Strawberry Orange Popsicles as much as we …
This creamsicle slushie is the perfect summer drink! It’s fruity, creamy and really hits the spot when you’re craving something cold.
It’s in the 80s here, and we didn’t have any ice cream. Gasp! I decided to take matters into my own hands and make some myself. Technically, this banana ice cream isn’t real ice cream. It’s mashed bananas, marshmallows and a splash of milk. But if you love bananas, you’ll love this frozen treat. Plus, …
Some things make me smile every time I eat them. Among them are pigs in a blanket. They remind me of my mom. She passed away a few years ago, but she made pigs in a blanket for us so many times as kids. We always had them while we were dying Easter eggs. We …
Wraps are the perfect summertime meal. They’re super easy to make, and they don’t make much of a mess. Plus, wraps make a nice change from the usual sandwiches. If you’re looking for some next-level wrap recipes, take a few of these for a spin. You’re sure to find one that you love!
When the hot summer sun has you melting, nothing beats the taste of this refreshing, fruity homemade cherry slushie. Made with 4 simple ingredients (sugar, Kool-Aid, Sprite, and maraschino cherries), it’ll take you back to your childhood when you spent your days drinking Slush Puppies and playing all day outdoors. Making your own homemade Icee …
I try to put together easy, healthy snacks for the kiddo whenever I can. Thankfully, he loves bananas, and like his dad, he loves peanut butter, too. To be honest, I’m not much of a fan of PB (it gave me wicked morning sickness when I was pregnant), but even I enjoy these yummy and …
The blueberry is one of my favorite summertime fruits. Okay, watermelon is my absolute favorite, but blueberries are a close second. I love them in muffins. I love them frozen. And I especially love them in a yummy, cool drink. And if you enjoy them as much as I do, you’re going to love these …
I loved Jello as a kid, but thankfully, it can be just as fun for us adults. These tequila lime Jello shots are great for summer. They’re fruity and boozy, so they’re the perfect addition to a barbecue or party during the summer or a fun green St. Patrick’s Day shot. The best part is …