I have been making this dish for years, and it is so simple, it’s almost embarrassing! What can I say? It’s hearty, lean, and satisfying. What I love best is the whole family loves it and the leftovers are easily repurposed. You can find this...

Do you ever get in a breakfast rut? You’re in a rut if you buy and offer the same breakfast foods day in and day out. Sometimes my kids get in a cereal rut. Or sometimes I get in a Greek yogurt rut…eating the same breakfast over and over! Even though...

It's hard to believe that Fearless Feeding: How to Raise Healthy Eaters from High Chair to High School will be on bookshelves in just 18 days. Maryann and I are stepping up our giveaways, to spread the word and excitement--in fact, we'd love you to...

Chocolate Milk Update I have blogged about chocolate milk in the past, and its role in school nutrition (read here and here). In an effort to make chocolate milk more acceptable to the masses, the dairy industry has proposed reducing the sugar content....

"What are some good snack ideas for kids?" This was one of the most frequent questions I was asked when operating my private practice. I wrote many, many lists of "snack ideas" for many, many families. Truth is, we all tend to gravitate to the same...

As I recover from a volleyball weekend in Washington, DC and prepare for a big swim meet next weekend, I am testing these muffins from my friend and swim parent, Amy P. I know how important breakfast is for any child and am always looking for a quick...

In 2008, I appeared in front of the Tennessee Congress to petition against the sale of beverages in excess of 12 ounces in the public schools. While school principals and leaders complained about the impact of smaller containers resulting in less income...

How do you stay motivated to cook for your family? Perhaps a better question, how do you stay happy doing it?  In my many years of working with families, and my own experiences as a mother, cooking is often a topic of frustration for moms. Just the other...

Potato Leek Soup is so easy to make, especially in the crock pot! Winter is the perfect time of year for this flavorful soup. With simple, straightforward ingredients and only a little washing and chopping, this is a star player in the crock pot soup...

I have many cooks in my kitchen, and I can attest that too many cooks in the kitchen can spoil the fun…sometimes! However, I also realize how important it is to give kids the chance to be involved, so I try to accommodate the request whenever I...