So we recently took Jaiden to the Crayola Factory in nearby Easton PA for part of his 3rd birthday celebration. Honestly, I wasn't sure exactly what to expect, thinking it was just a crayon factory/workshop. I read from their website they had a ton of exhibits and activities but was it really going to be that much different than sitting at home with some crayons (other than the fact that there would be a million screaming kids running around us?). Luckily, I was in for a ...
Idli Waffles with Instant Pot Sambar and a Quick Coconut Chutney
How cute are these Idli Waffles??!! Idli Waffles I really wish this was another quick and easy weeknight dinner option, but it just wasn't as quick as I like my usual recipes to be! But it is worth testing out for the change in textures you get with these idli waffles! It falls somewhere in between a crispy dosa and a super soft and fluffy idli. You get a crisp outer surface from the waffle iron but the inside of the waffle is still very fluffy! And I still make these on a weeknight when ...
Happy Fall!
Have you gotten a chance to do anything quintessentially fall? We went apple picking last weekend and its really just the perfect fall event! Right? Crisp, cool fresh air (of course the weekend we go it was so cold we had to bundle up in our winter gear!) Beautiful colors of fall everywhere you look Sweet, delicious apples straight from the trees Gigantic pumpkins for the perfect fall photo ops ;) Returning home with a bag full of apples to make lots of apple pie with ...
Schezwan Fried Rice with Mushrooms and Carrots
How can you say no to a spicy fried rice? I know I can never resist!! I love playing around with different variations of fried rice dishes because there are endless possibilities! This one is spicy and easy to make because I just use a pre-made Schezwan sauce. In less than 20 minutes, you can be wolfing down a bowl of this Schezwan fried rice with mushrooms and carrots, or any other combination of veggies you prefer. The key to perfect fried rice is starting with day old rice. You want ...
Kale and White Bean Soup
We're definitely into soup season now!! This is one our go-to for our meatless menu, especially on days where we're looking for a detox from our weekend indulgences or just need to throw dinner on the table quickly! And pretty healthy too, with all kale, white beans, and any other veggies you'd like it add! Just a simple Kale and White Bean Soup! Its great because its very simple to make! And I've found that soups have become a really easy way to get my toddler to eat some veggies! He might ...