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Baked Pumpkin Custard (Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free)

November 21, 2019 By msmart 2 Comments

Baked Pumpkin Custard

A Simple and Delicious Fall Dessert Do you love pumpkin pie, but can’t do dairy? Do you have gluten-free guests coming for Thanksgiving? Does the thought of making homemade pie dough give you anxiety? Make these simple dairy-free and gluten-free pumpkin custards. It’s basically the pie filling without the crust. Spicy, creamy pumpkin custard is…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Dairy-Free, Dessert, Entertaining, Fall, Gluten-free/Gluten-free adaptable, Grain-free, Holidays, Thanksgiving, Uncategorised, Winter Tagged With: dairy-free dessert, pumpkin custard, Thanksgiving dessert

Getting Organized for Thanksgiving

November 15, 2019 By msmart 4 Comments

Thanksgiving organization

Thanksgiving barely gets its due. Christmas décor and ads appear before Halloween and holiday movies pop up in October. Let’s not run through Thanksgiving like it’s a race. Take the time to enjoy the week with friends and family and celebrate a season of gratitude. Let’s slow down and be thankful for the abundance of meaningful…

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Filed Under: Friday Love List, Holidays, Thanksgiving, Uncategorised Tagged With: Thanksgiving, thanksgiving organization, thanksgiving prep

Chopped Collard Green Salad

November 6, 2019 By msmart Leave a Comment

The Perfect Fall Salad Next week our school book fair begins. What does that have to do with collard green salad, you say? Texans love a good potluck and my favorite one of the year happens to be at our school book fair. It’s a group effort and a hodge podge of everything from pimento…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Fall, Gluten-free/Gluten-free adaptable, Grain-free, Holidays, Salad Dressings, Salads, Thanksgiving, Uncategorised Tagged With: fall salad, salad, Thanksgiving menu, Thanksgiving salad

Fourth of July Menu

June 29, 2019 By msmart Leave a Comment

whole30 meal plan

What We’re Cooking for the 4th I’m planning an easy 4th of July menu that will feed a crowd, but won’t knock me off my feet in terms of prep and cook time. I want something different than burgers and dogs, although truthfully I love those too. Here’s some menu inspiration in case it helps…

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Filed Under: Holidays, Uncategorised, Weekly Meal Plans

Fourth of July Favorites

June 28, 2019 By msmart Leave a Comment

Friday Love List

Friday Live List: Fourth of July Favorites! My amazing assistant Melissa is planning an easy chili dog buffet for her 4th of July guests in Chappell Hill, complete with Teton Waters Ranch grass-fed sausages, buns, grated cheddar, relish, Bubbies sauerkraut, chopped red onion and Marcia’s Weeknight Chili. End the night with dessert served on these…

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Filed Under: Friday Love List, Holidays, Uncategorised Tagged With: 4th of July, 4th of july decor, 4th of july party, 4th of july plates

Christmas Menus

December 23, 2018 By msmart Leave a Comment

Christmas Menus Merry merry! Only a couple more sleeps until Christmas Eve, so it’s GO time! Cards are out, treats are delivered and shopping is done. Now let’s talk food! Christmas Eve in our house is all about something simple that doesn’t drain your energy, just in case it’s a late night ahead. Our Christmas…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Holidays, Uncategorised, Weekly Meal Plans, Winter Tagged With: Christmas breakfast, christmas dinner, Christmas menu, holiday dinner

2018 Holiday Gift Guide

December 8, 2018 By msmart Leave a Comment

gift guide

Ideally, holiday gifts should be things you want to receive yourself. That’s why most of the items in my 2018 Gift Guide I already own and love. From a hostess gift to a gift for your mother-in-law, best friend or sister, I hope you’ll find something for everyone on your list. Maybe even yourself! For…

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Filed Under: Holidays, Uncategorised Tagged With: entertaining gifts, foodie gifts, gift guide, hostess gifts

Honey Roasted Root Vegetables

November 16, 2018 By msmart Leave a Comment

Honey roasted root vegetables

A super easy side dish that is perfect alongside a weeknight roast chicken or your Thanksgiving turkey. Add a couple peeled and chopped beets to the vegetable mixture if you’d like. Save leftovers to toss with salad greens for lunch the next day.

Filed Under: All Recipes, Dairy-Free, Fall, Gluten-free/Gluten-free adaptable, Grain-free, Holidays, Vegetable Side Dish, Winter Tagged With: carrots, parsnips, root vegetables, sweet potatoes, vegetables

Thanksgiving Menu

November 15, 2018 By msmart Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving Menu

A Simple and Delicious Thanksgiving Menu Thanksgiving is one week away! I’m proud to partner with Memorial Hermann on this easy Thanksgiving menu that’s full of seasonal bounty. From appetizers to dessert, find your new favorite recipes and tips for a stress-free turkey day. Get everything in one beautiful booklet that you can download and…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Entertaining, Holidays, Thanksgiving Tagged With: thanksgiving dinner, Thanksgiving menu, thanksgiving planning

Father’s Day Menu

June 14, 2018 By msmart Leave a Comment

Tri Tip with Black Bean Sauce

Father’s Day Menu This Father’s Day, I get to spend the morning with my dad (and mom) who are visiting from California. We will drop off my oldest for the Camp Longhorn bus and head to brunch. I don’t usually get to be with my parents on Mother’s or Father’s Day, so I feel very…

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Filed Under: Holidays, Uncategorised Tagged With: father's day celebration, father's day grilling, fathers day menu

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