Yesterday was my birthday--46 big ones. Yes, I am closer to 50 than 40--and blessed with a wonderful family, a career I love, friends, family and mostly good people who enter my days on a regular basis. In 2 weeks, it will be the 3rd birthday of Just the...

Summer is busy. Meals are often late (and I admit, lazy). Super simple meals help me survive “busy.” This Caesar Salad is a favorite here at the Castle homestead—even the kids devour it! You won’t find homemade dressing here—...

Hello Readers! What an exciting week it’s been. Our family moved into a new house in Connecticut and although we are still upside down, I have a kitchen and an office I can use, which is a good sign things are heading back to “normal.” Thank you for...

This month is Mediterranean Diet Month, and I am working together with Oldways to celebrate by being their Dietitian A Day, today! I’m helping spread the word about the Mediterranean Diet, especially for families and their children. Go Med! Have you...

Whenever our kids have sleepover guests, I (or my husband) make an effort to prepare a nice breakfast. We usually get requests for pancakes, and occasionally waffles, and this weekend was no different. Only this time, I was out of the mix I usually...

As I fervently (and fearlessly!) test recipes for Fearless Feeding, I am resting on my laurels--that is, resurrecting some old posts, like this one for Cheeseburger Pizza. This is a huge favorite in my house and I hope you enjoy it!  Who says...

We all know that children should cut back on soda, for the reasons I discuss here. Even lemonade, sweet tea and juice drinks can be problematic if your child drinks more than 12 ounces a day! But what if children aren't satisfied with plain water as a...

What child doesn't love French Toast? Here's a great way to celebrate St. Paddy's Day and give your kids a nutrition punch before the school day begins. As I write Fearless Feeding, I will be looking for recipes that are simple and easy for the whole...

I haven’t done a Dinner Bar in quite a while—that’s what writing Fearless Feeding has done—redirected my focus! But, you're in for a treat--this was a big winner amongst all the kids, so I'm happy to share it with you. Let me know how it goes with...

This is a staple in our family, and oh, so easy...tender, juicy, yet plain enough that your children will love it!  I discovered this recipe years ago when I was following a chicken salad recipe from The Barefoot Contessa.  Once I had baked the chicken,...