Travel Essentials

If road tripping was considered an Olympic sport (and it probably should be), I'd get the gold medal with these essentials. Traveling long distances by car is certainly not easy, but it also doesn't have to be hard. I've been on multiple road trips with my husband and four kids, so I've learned which travel [...]

Apple Cinnamon Donuts

I'm torn between being so happy I figured out how easy these donuts are to make at home... and also being sooo not happy. We get donuts like this every year when we go apple picking. They're the perfect weekend breakfast treat. Speaking of breakfast treats, my kids LOVE this recipe for Pecan Banana Bread. [...]

Football Game Day Recipes

It's not really a football party without the food, right?! And let's be honest... some of us are only there for the food. Now I've spent many years cheering for the Packers and either hosting or attending football game day watch parties. So whether you're bringing the main dish or some snacks, I've compiled a [...]

Banana Milkshake

Some foods are tied so closely to memories, and banana milkshakes are one of those for me. I was meeting my boyfriend's parents at their home for one of the very first times. It was a Wisconsin summer evening, and his dad made everyone banana milkshakes while we sat out in the yard. I've never [...]

Friday Fish Fry

There's nothing better than a day spent fishing with good company and coming back home to enjoy the day's catch. And there's nothing more Wisconsin than a Friday fish fry. Serve your fish with House Cut French fries, fresh sweet corn (preferably from a cart stand from the side of the road) and your dipping [...]

Cranberry Feta Orzo

A colorful lunch dish that's quick to prepare, has great protein to refuel during a hectic day, and stores and reheats well to enjoy all week long. This cranberry feta orzo tastes great cold as well as hot and takes such little effort for a grown-up taste (a dish that your kids won't try to [...]

Peach Caprese

This peach caprese is a staple lunch for my summertime. And having extra peaches is a bonus for kid snacks or baby-led weaning. I like to grow my own basil plant through the summer to use for this salad which makes it fun to just walk outside and pluck a few leaves. Give it a [...]

Roasted Walnut Cranberry Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

Who knew making your own vinaigrette could be so easy? Roasted walnuts and dried cranberries make a great combination to elevate this walnut cranberry salad into an entire experience. Serve it while the walnuts are still warm and enjoy. If you enjoyed this walnut cranberry salad recipe, you'll definitely love my Caprese Salad! Check it [...]