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  • “A Sweet and Savory Treat Your Whole Family Will Love: Baked Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar and Pecans!”

    “A Sweet and Savory Treat Your Whole Family Will Love: Baked Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar and Pecans!”

    Baked sweet potatoes with brown sugar and pecans is the perfect side dish for any family dinner. This easy to make recipe only requires a few simple ingredients and is a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. Not only is this dish delicious, but it also provides a good source of fiber and vitamins.

    As a stay at home parent, I am always looking for ways to keep my family engaged in the kitchen. My kids love helping me out when I’m making dinner and this recipe is no exception. Baked sweet potatoes with brown sugar and pecans is one of their favorite dishes and it’s so simple to make that even the youngest of chefs can help out.

    To start, you will need four large sweet potatoes, one cup of light brown sugar, one cup of chopped pecans, and two tablespoons of butter. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Start by washing the sweet potatoes and then drying them off with a paper towel. Prick each potato several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until they are tender when poked with a fork.

    While the potatoes are baking, melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Once melted, add in the brown sugar and pecans and cook for five minutes or until everything is combined and lightly golden brown. Once done, take off the heat and set aside until potatoes are done cooking.

    When the potatoes are finished baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for five minutes before transferring them to a serving dish. Top each potato with some of the pecan mixture before serving along with your favorite sides dishes.

    Baked sweet potatoes with brown sugar and pecans is not only a delicious side dish that my whole family can enjoy, but it also has special meaning to me as it was something my grandmother used to make for us every Thanksgiving when I was growing up. She would always tell us that it was her special recipe that she wanted us to remember her by, so now every time I make this dish for my own family I get to relive those memories we made together around our holiday table all those years ago.

  • “Treat Yourself and Your Family to Delicious Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows and Brown Sugar!”

    “Treat Yourself and Your Family to Delicious Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows and Brown Sugar!”

    As a stay-at-home parent, finding creative ways to keep the family entertained can be a challenge. One of our favorite activities is to experiment with recipes together for a delicious and fun family night! Our latest recipe is for Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows and Brown Sugar. This easy to make dish comes together quickly and is sure to please everyone at the table!

    To begin, you will need four large sweet potatoes, one cup of marshmallows, one cup of light brown sugar, two tablespoons of butter, and a pinch of salt. Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. While the oven is preheating, rinse your sweet potatoes and pat them dry. Then, use a fork to poke several holes in each one before lightly rubbing them with butter or oil. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

    Once the sweet potatoes are cooked through, carefully remove them from the oven. Slice each one open lengthwise and sprinkle with the brown sugar and salt. Top each potato with marshmallows and dot with butter before returning them to the oven for about 10 minutes or until the marshmallows have melted and become lightly golden brown.

    When your Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows and Brown Sugar are ready, serve them immediately as they are sure to please everyone around the table! We like to serve ours with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream for an extra special treat.

    This recipe has become a regular at our house for family night because it requires minimal effort yet yields maximum flavor! Plus, it’s a great way to get in some quality time together as parents and kids while enjoying some delicious food! It’s also an especially special recipe for us because it reminds us of our own childhoods when we would bake sweet potatoes every once in awhile as a special treat. We love how this simple yet tasty dish has become part of our family’s tradition!

    Ingredients:
    – 4 large sweet potatoes
    – 1 cup marshmallows
    – 1 cup light brown sugar
    – 2 tablespoons butter
    – Pinch of salt

  • “Grill Up Delicious Salmon with Mango Salsa and Enjoy a Night In as a Stay-At-Home Parent!”

    “Grill Up Delicious Salmon with Mango Salsa and Enjoy a Night In as a Stay-At-Home Parent!”

    Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa

    As a stay-at-home parent, I’m always looking for new and interesting recipes to make with my family. Recently, I tried something a little bit different and a lot delicious—grilled salmon with mango salsa. It had the perfect combination of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors that had everyone asking for seconds. Even my pickiest eater enjoyed it!

    Ingredients:
    • 2 salmon fillets
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 mango, diced
    • ½ red onion, diced
    • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
    • 1 lime, juiced
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

    Instructions:
    1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
    2. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Brush the mixture all over the salmon fillets.
    3. Place the salmon on the preheated grill and cook for 4 minutes per side (or until it is cooked through). Remove from the grill and set aside.
    4. In a medium bowl, combine the mango, red onion, jalapeno pepper, lime juice and cilantro. Mix until combined.
    5. Serve the grilled salmon with the mango salsa on top of it. Enjoy!

    For me, this meal was more than just a delicious dinner—it was also a reminder of how far my family has come in such a short amount of time. When I first became a stay-at-home parent almost ten years ago, I was intimidated by cooking meals for my family and often resorted to takeout or pre-made meals from the grocery store. But now I have the confidence to try new recipes like this one and to experiment with flavors that I wouldn’t have thought about before. It’s been an amazing journey!

    If you’re looking for an easy yet flavorful dinner that your whole family will enjoy, give grilled salmon with mango salsa a try tonight. The combination of sweet and smoky flavors is sure to be a hit! Plus, it’s a great reminder that with practice comes progress—something we can all appreciate as parents!

  • Cooking with Kids: How to Make Delicious Chicken Parmesan at Home

    Cooking with Kids: How to Make Delicious Chicken Parmesan at Home

    Chicken Parmesan Recipe For The Stay At Home Parent

    There’s nothing better than a delicious home-cooked meal after a long day of parenting. Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian dish that is both easy to prepare and satisfying to eat. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

    Ingredients:

    -4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    -1 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
    -1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    -2 eggs
    -1 teaspoon garlic powder
    -1/2 teaspoon salt
    -1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    -1/4 cup olive oil
    -1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
    -3 cloves garlic, minced
    -2 teaspoons dried oregano
    -2 teaspoons dried basil
    -1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

    2. Place chicken breasts in the baking dish. In a medium bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder, salt and pepper until well blended. Dip each chicken breast in the egg and bread crumb mixture until each breast is fully coated. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

    3. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the crushed tomatoes, garlic, oregano and basil. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour over the chicken breasts. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with your favorite sides or over pasta. Enjoy!

    My Story: A Tale of Chicken Parmesan For The Stay At Home Parent

    As a stay at home parent juggling homeschooling my three kids while trying to get dinner on the table every night was no easy task! I often found myself running out of time to make something healthy yet delicious that the kids would actually eat. That’s when I stumbled across this amazing Chicken Parmesan recipe that I could make with minimal effort and time on my hands. It quickly became a family favorite! Every time I made it my kids would devour it so quickly it was like it was magically disappearing off their plates into thin air! Over time I tweaked it to perfection so that it was both flavorful and nutritious for my family. Now this Chicken Parmesan dish has become an almost weekly staple in my household – even my picky eaters love it!