Cake pops are the new cupcakes — trendy and bite-sized. Add orange frosting and spooky jack-o’-lantern faces to bring these festive pops to life. This no-mess, easy-to-eat treat is perfect for a kids’ party, but will still be a hit at your adult costume bash. The only downside? Plan to spend a few hours in […]
Nothing gets you in the Halloween spirit like yummy treats and pumpkin-flavored dishes. Whether you need to whip something up for a family dinner, spooky night in with girlfriends, or themed party for the kids, we have a fall-inspired recipe for every occasion. Pumpkin Soup If you haven’t yet tried this festive comfort food, you’re […]
What’s a Halloween party without creepy cocktails? These festive recipes will transform your drinks from an after-thought into a main attraction. Haunted Hillcrest This rich and delicious cocktail is named after the famously-over-the-top Halloween decorations on Hillcrest Avenue in Louisville, Ky. 1.5 ounce bourbon whiskey 1 banana sliced 2 large scoops vanilla bean gelato 1 […]
It’s getting to be soup weather, and we’ve got a kid-approved favorite for you. When friend of Make It Better, Megan Haveron, sent us this recipe, she endorsed it as her daughter Amelia’s “favorite.” We love that the bacon is sprinkled on at the end keeping it crisp. Let us know if it’s your new […]
Post-workout or as a mid-afternoon energy boost, this smoothie has tons of goodies—protein, leafy greens and berries—all in a yummy vanilla base. Superfood Smoothie Recipe Prep Time: Less than 15 minutes Serves 1 Ingredients: 1 cup of water or coconut water 2 scoops vanilla protein powder 1 tablespoon flaxseed 1/2 raw beet, cut up 1/2 […]
As the weather cools off, we’re starting to look for comfort foods without all the calories. Spaghetti squash is one of those sneaky health foods, which is why we love it so much. Though it feels like you’re eating a big bowl of carbs, you’ve actually got yourself a veggie-dominated dinner. With less than 45 […]
Nurture is a grass-roots non-profit whose mission is to empower family members with the resources and tools to prepare healthy and delicious meals, even with limited time and budget. They give their families rice cookers and slow cookers, and then teach them great recipes and techniques to make the most of them. This yummy […]
Pulled pork sandwiches that taste like a pitmaster basted them all day, but take almost no time at all. The secret is your slow cooker, and literally just 10 minutes of your time. If you have leftovers, and I’m guessing you won’t, you can use the meat to top a salad, stuff in a quesadilla […]
My children request pasta most nights. This dish is simple, nutritious, delicious and packed with protein! One my family’s favorite activities is cooking together! The bigger the mess my children make, the louder they laugh! I have discovered that when we cook together, the more likely they will eat their creation—even vegetables! (Even spinach!) […]
This recipe won last year’s Most Creative Sandwich Contest sponsored by Jif peanut butter. If you have a creative cook (ages 6-12) go to jif.com for the entry form and rules. The deadline is October 11, and the winner gets a $25,000 college fund! Chicken Quesadillas Recipe Makes 2 quesadillas 2 tablespoons extra crunchy peanut […]
