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What we wore on our cruise as a family of 4 🌊✨ I’ve learned that vacation outfits aren’t about being perfectly styled, they’re about being comfortable enough to enjoy the moment… but still feeling put together in the photos you’ll look back on. Here’s what we packed: • Boarding day: easy, breathable, travel-friendly • Dinner nights: elevated but still comfortable • Exploring the island: lightweight + walkable • Caribbean night: fun color and prints • Dress-up night: one outfit that felt special • Water park day: simple, practical, quick-dry everything Neutral tones for the boys. Lightweight dresses for me. Sandals we could wear on repeat. Nothing complicated. Just pieces that worked for real life on the ship. ✨Would you coordinate your family or let everyone do their own thing? ✨✨I linked some of these outfits — plus a few extras I wore that didn’t make the video 🤍 familytravel familyfunday familyoutfits familyvacay LTKmomlife LTKSwim LTKTravel

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Adult Capri Suns 🤭🍹🍋‍🟩☀️

I mean… Motherhood is a sport too😏

I mixed tequila, Grand Marnier, and lime juice for a classic margarita—but use whatever you like. These are perfect and convenient for the beach, the lake, cookouts, or any spring or summer event. I brought these to the game last spring and let’s just say…everyone had a time 😜

Just keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to pack it up with ice and enjoy.🙌🏾

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Easter Basket for my Hubby🥰

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This was so quick and easy to put together. You can customize it with his favorite things and it’s quick and easy to put together!

I linked to the supplies you’ll need to put this together.

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Spring is officially here, and I couldn’t be happier with how these water fountains turned out.☺️🌸🌷

They add such a peaceful touch to my porch and they’re so easy to set up. I promise you don’t need a green thumb for this. This setup will keep your outdoor space feeling serene throughout Spring and Summer.

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Slow cooker ribeye over mashed potatoes ✨

Save this for an easy comfort dinner

Ingredients:
• 5 lbs ribeye
• 1.5 tbsp garlic powder, black pepper, smoked paprika & Tony’s
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 4 celery stalks (chopped)
• 1 bell pepper (chopped)
• 6 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 packets au jus gravy mix
• 1 packet Lipton onion soup mix
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• Mushrooms (add later)

Directions:
Add ribeye to crockpot and season.
Add onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, butter, au jus mix, onion soup mix, broth, and water. Stir.
Cook on low for 3 hours.
Add mushrooms and cook for another hour.
Serve over mashed potatoes.

(Optional) Mix 1–2 tbsp cornstarch with 1–2 tbsp water and stir in at the end (after adding the mushrooms) to thicken the sauce.

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Snackle box for game days ⚾️✨🏟️

My kids used to ask for snacks every 5 minutes at the concession stand, so I started bringing this instead and it’s been a game changer for long games and tournament days.

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Here is a kid-approved dinner that’s packed with flavor and is so easy to make!

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Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts

Seasoning (*I eyeballed the seasoning, but here are suggested amounts to help guide you):
1 tsp onion powder (or to taste)
1 tsp Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
1 tsp garlic powder (or to taste)
1 tsp Italian seasoning (or to taste)
1 tbsp minced garlic

1 jar marinara sauce
1 jar Alfredo sauce

1 box rigatoni pasta
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Optional: crispy bacon, chopped

Directions:
Season the chicken breasts generously with onion powder, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning (adjust amounts to your taste).

Place the chicken in a crockpot and add a jar of marinara sauce, a jar of Alfredo sauce, and minced garlic.

Stir the sauce and cook on high for 4 hours.

Once the chicken is fully cooked, shred it directly in the crockpot.

While the chicken is cooking, boil the rigatoni pasta according to the directions.

Add the cooked pasta to the crockpot and then add shredded mozzarella cheese and grated parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. You can aso add crispy bacon on top.

Serve with mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese on top (bacon is optional).

This is a comforting meal that your family will love!

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I’ve been eating this salad on repeat

I prep all the toppings ahead of time and leave out the lettuce, dressing, and avocado so everything stays fresh. When I’m ready to eat, I just add all the prepared toppings on arugula and add dressing and avocado. It comes together in a couple minutes and it's one less thing I have to think about during the week.

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One pan Creamy smothered chicken + potatoes that only takes 30 minutes

Ingredients
• Thin sliced chicken breast
• Yellow baby potatoes (halved)
• 1 yellow onion (diced)
• Garlic (minced)
• Broccoli
• 1.5 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup flour
• Butter
• Olive oil

Seasonings
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Italian seasoning
• Black pepper
• Cajun seasoning
• Kinder’s The Blend
• Tony’s

Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Season chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, and Tony’s. Add oil to a Dutch oven and sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes per side, then set aside.
3. In the same pan, add butter and onions. Sauté, then add garlic.
4. Add flour and cook for 2–3 minutes.
5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream.
6. Season with onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, Kinder’s The Blend, Tony’s, and garlic powder. Stir and allow to simmer
7. Then add potatoes and let simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Add broccoli and return chicken to the Dutch oven.
9. Put in the oven and bake 15–18 minutes, until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through.

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These Crockpot Steak Bites are perfect for a quick weeknight meal and your family will love it.

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Ingredients:
• 1.5–2 lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces (stew beef works too, but won’t be as tender)
• 1 packet au jus gravy mix
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 4 tbsp garlic butter (or regular butter)
• Optional: 1 lb gold potatoes, halved

Directions:

Add the steak bites to the crockpot.

Sprinkle in the au jus mix and onion soup mix.

Pour in the beef broth and add the minced garlic.

Top with garlic butter

Cook on high for 2.5 hours or low for 5 hours until the steak is tender. Serve over mashed potatoes or cook gold potatoes in the crockpot with the steak.

That’s it! So easy, so good

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If you’re looking for a fun and easy St. Patrick’s Day treat for kids, these Lucky Charms Rice Krispie treats are always a hit. They’re soft, chewy, loaded with marshmallows, and come together in just a few minutes.

Honestly… the Lucky Charms marshmallows might be my favorite part 🤭
Perfect for classroom treats, after-school snacks, or a fun little St. Patrick’s Day surprise.

Recipe:
Ingredients
6 cups Rice Krispies
7 cups mini marshmallows
4 tbsp unsalted butter
¼ tsp salt
1½ cups Lucky Charms marshmallows
Green sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the mini marshmallows and salt, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
Stir in the Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
Fold in 1 cup of the Lucky Charms marshmallows.
Transfer to a buttered 8x8 pan and press lightly.
Top with the remaining marshmallows and green sprinkles.
🍀 I linked the Lucky Charms Just Marshmallows

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Easy St. Patrick’s Day morning setup for kids ☘️
Sharing this simple St. Patrick’s Day idea to make the morning feel a little more special. I used a small “pot of gold” to create a treat basket filled with green snacks like Skittles, pistachios, sour candy, Pringles, gum, and chocolate gold coins. I also laid out a fun St. Patrick’s Day shirt for the boys to wear to school so they don’t get pinched and made Lucky Charms marshmallow toast for a festive breakfast.
Linking the green pot of gold container, chocolate coins, St. Patrick’s Day kids shirt, Lucky Charms cereal, marshmallow fluff, and other items used for this St. Patrick’s Day morning setup.
Perfect if you’re looking for:
• St. Patrick’s Day ideas for kids
• St. Patrick’s Day morning traditions
• Pot of gold treat basket ideas
• St. Patrick’s Day breakfast for kids
• St. Patrick’s Day kids outfits for school
• Easy holiday ideas for families

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Dinner in the crockpot is always a win, but this Cajun chicken and sausage pasta might be one of my favorite easy dinners lately. It’s delicious and simple enough for a weeknight and the kids loved it.

Save this one for later because it makes a big batch and it’s so good the next day too.

Ingredients

Chicken & Sausage
• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 8–12 oz andouille or smoked sausage

Veggies
• 1.5-2 cups bell peppers, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4–6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (10 oz) can Rotel, undrained

Base
• 1 cup chicken broth

Seasoning (I eyeballed, but here are measurements you can follow if you don’t feel comfortable)
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1–1½ tsp Tony’s Creole seasoning
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp white pepper
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• Cayenne to taste (optional)
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil

Finish
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
• 12 oz farfalle pasta, cooked al dente
• 1–1½ cups freshly grated parmesan
• 2–3 cups fresh baby spinach

Add Veggies, Sausage, broth, chicken, olive oil, and seasoning in the crockpot. Cook on hight for 2.5 hours or low for 4-5 hours. Shred the chicken, stir in heavy cream and cream cheese. Cook on low for 20 mins. Then add cooked pasta, spinach and parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens and everything is creamy (Approx 10 mins)

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Spring porch refresh 🌿 I mixed a few new pieces with items I already had to create a cozy and peaceful front porch for the season. The planters, layered greenery, and the water fountain completely changed the feel of this space — especially when you can hear the birds and the water running while sitting outside.

Sharing my spring porch decor, outdoor planters, patio accents, and front porch styling pieces here if you’re looking to refresh your porch or outdoor space for spring.

Everything linked here 🤍

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Easy Shrimp Alfredo (My Kids’ Favorite Dinner!)

This quick and easy shrimp Alfredo pasta is one of my kids’ favorite dinners and gets requested on repeat in our house. I love making the Alfredo sauce from scratch because it tastes so much better than store-bought sauces, and it only takes a few simple ingredients.

If you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner, family dinner idea, or creamy pasta recipe, this one is always a win. You can also switch the protein and make it with chicken, shrimp, or keep it vegetarian.

Alfredo Sauce Ingredients
• ½ stick butter
• 2 cups heavy cream
• Italian seasoning, salt & pepper
• 2½ cups parmesan cheese
• Handful of parsley
• 12 oz fettuccine pasta
• Reserved pasta water

You can add shrimp, chicken, or your favorite protein. I used shrimp for this version.

This is one of my go-to easy pasta recipes for busy weeknights when I need something the whole family will actually eat.

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Easy one-pan Boursin orzo dinner that came together so easily

Here’s exactly how I made it.

Ingredients
1 block Boursin cheese
1 bag of orzo pasta (16 oz)
3 cups chicken stock
(or 3 cups water + 3 teaspoons Better Than Bouillon)
1½ cups heavy cream
Fresh spinach
Sausage
Chicken (optional)
Parmesan cheese

Seasonings (eyeball)
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Salt
Red pepper flakes
Oregano
Tony’s seasoning (for the chicken)

Instructions
1. In a baking dish add the Boursin cheese and orzo.
2. Add tomatoes
3. Pour in the chicken stock and heavy cream.
4. Season the orzo mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, red pepper flakes, and oregano (I just eyeballed it).
5. Add fresh spinach on top.
6. Cover and bake at 400°F for about 40 minutes.
While that’s baking:
• Bake your sausage in the oven (mine was done around 30 minutes so just keep an eye on it).
• Season chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, and Tony’s seasoning and cook separately. (this is optional if you want more protein)
Once the orzo is done baking:
1. Stir everything together.
2. Add the cooked sausage, chicken, and parmesan cheese.
3. Return to the oven uncovered for another 5 minutes.

This is Creamy, comforting, and a really easy dinner for a busy night.

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Easy One-Pan Dinner Recipe Your Family Will Love! 💕🍝

Evenings are busy so I like to make simple, delicious meals like this one-pan pasta bake.

Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:
Pasta of your choice
1 onion, diced
1 jar of sun-dried tomatoes
A few handfuls of spinach
Cooked chicken
Cooked bacon
1 container of Chicken broth (enough to cover the pasta)
Cream cheese
Mozzarella cheese

Seasoning (I eyeballed it, but here are suggested measurements):
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper

Directions:

Add uncooked pasta, onions, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and cooked chicken to a pan.

Season with your favorite spices (I used Cajun seasoning, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and pepper).

Pour in enough chicken broth to cover the pasta.

Add cooked bacon and cream cheese.

Cover with foil and bake at 425°F for 30 minutes.

Stir, top with mozzarella cheese, and bake for another 15 minutes.

That’s it! Creamy, flavorful, and done in under an hour. Perfect for family dinners

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Fall-Off-The-Bone Crockpot Chicken Recipe

This slow-cooked chicken is juicy, tender, and easy to make

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Ingredients:
• 10-13 chicken legs
I eyeballed the seasoning, but here is a guide if you wan to measure:
• 2 tbsp flour (to dust the bottom of the crockpot-helps make the juice thicker)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp garlic & herb butter
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Mrs. Dash (Original)
• 1 tsp chicken rub
• 1 tsp garlic & herb seasoning
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt

Directions:
• Dust the bottom of the crockpot with flour.
• Add chicken legs.
• Season generously with all seasonings.
• Pour chicken broth along the side (not over the chicken).
• Top with garlic & herb butter.
• Cook on HIGH for 4 hours.
• Enjoy

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I love using simple details to make holidays feel special, and the Beary Loved Collection from Occasions by Shakira x Mymindseyeinc does exactly that. Plates, napkins, straws...easy, festive, and perfect for Valentine’s Day.

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A family pizza night where everyone builds their own is an easy, fun way to celebrate Valentine’s as a family and it’s something they’ll actually remember.

You don’t always need reservations or big plans. Just being together, making pizza, and turning a regular night into something a little more special wins every time. 💕🍕

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If you’re looking for a Valentine’s gift idea for your significant other, a simple Valentine’s basket is always a win.

I like pulling together a mix of things he’ll actually use—something fun, something practical, and a few extras. This is such an easy way to upgrade Valentine’s Day at home, especially if you’re not doing a big night out.

Sharing how I layered everything in this basket and linking similar items I used, plus more Valentine’s gift ideas for men that work for different budgets and styles.

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I made these cute DIY Cupid’s Arrow Valentine baskets for my kids in about 15 minutes, and they were so simple to put together. Easy, fun, and a sweet way to make Valentine’s Day feel special without overcomplicating it 🤍

If you’re looking for Valentine basket ideas for kids, this is one you can easily recreate.

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Valentine’s ice cream bar setup that’s easy to recreate at home and perfect for hosting kids, Galentine’s Day, or a casual get-together with friends and family. I love interactive dessert ideas like this because everyone can customize their own ice cream bowl, cone, or ice cream cookie.

I’ve linked everything I used—from the bowls and waffle cones to the toppings and serving pieces—so you can easily put this together for Valentine’s Day or any fun dessert night at home.

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Here’s how I’m setting up my hot dog bar for game day 🌭
Perfect for a Super Bowl party or just watching the game with friends or family.

I love using the steamer because it cooks the hot dogs for me (one less thing to think about), and with this set up everyone gets to build their own hot dog with whatever toppings they want.

I am sharing everything I used for the set up.

Are you watching the Super Bowl… or really just there for the food? 😅

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Easy Valentine’s Day class gift idea 🤍
These were so simple to put together and easy enough for kids to help. Just fill disposable bowls with candy, wrap them up, and add a sticker, ribbon, and tag.

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100th day of school look ✔️
Linked his outfit and hair details

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This pantry organization was long overdue.
Now everything has a clear place, which will make it so much easier to keep organized day to day.

I’ve been itching to organize different spaces in our home, and I’m glad this is finally done. One space down, many more to go.

I linked everything I used to organize this space

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This garlic butter chicken with potatoes and green beans is the perfect one pan dinner for busy weeknights

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Ingredients:
6 chicken thighs
6 medium red potatoes, cut into 1–1½ inch pieces
12–16 oz green beans
4 tbsp olive oil

I eyeballed most of the seasonings, but these measurements will get you close to what I used:
2½ tsp salt
1¼ tsp black pepper
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1½ tsp adobo seasoning
1½ tsp dried rosemary
2 tbsp melted butter
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup chicken broth
12 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into cubes

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375°F. Add chicken and potatoes to a pan (skin down). Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, Cajun seasoning, adobo, and rosemary. Flip the chicken (skin up) and toss potatoes lightly to coat and repeat the seasoning on the other side of the chicken and potatoes.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Add chicken and potatoes to a pan with the chicken skin-side down. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, Cajun seasoning, adobo, and rosemary. Flip the chicken skin-side up, toss the potatoes to coat, and season again.

Add green beans to the pan. Drizzle with melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper mixture.

Pour chicken broth around the pan and scatter pads of butter over the chicken and potatoes. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 375°F for 45 minutes.

Remove foil, increase oven temperature to 425°F, and bake uncovered for 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender and golden.

Spoon the garlic butter sauce over everything and serve.

Optional: For thicker gravy, mix 1 tbsp flour with 2 tbsp chicken broth (or pan juices) and stir it into the pan juices during the last 5–10 minutes of cooking.

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This Cajun Crab & Shrimp Spinach Dip doesn’t last long on game day. 🏈✨ It’s Creamy, Cajun-flavored, and loaded with shrimp and lump crab.

Ingredients:

• ½ lb jumbo shrimp,
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Paul Prudhomme Seafood Magic (for shrimp)
• 1 tsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning (for shrimp)
• 1 tbsp butter
• 12 oz cream cheese
• 10 oz frozen chopped spinach (cooked)
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 8 oz lump crab meat, (save a little for topping)
• 1½–2 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ tsp Paul Prudhomme Seafood Magic (for dip)
• ½ tsp Slap Ya Mama (for dip)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp cayenne (optional)
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp garlic paste or minced garlic
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

Directions:
Toss shrimp with olive oil, Paul Prudhomme, and Slap Ya Mama. Sauté in a hot pan for 1–2 minutes, add butter, finish cooking, and set aside.

In a bowl, mix cream cheese and spinach. Add remaining seasonings, garlic, and lemon juice. Stir in sour cream, then gently fold in shrimp and crab.

Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheese, extra crab and shrimp. Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly. Broil 1–2 minutes if needed for color. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Perfect for game day, hosting, or when you just want something that disappears fast.

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This creamy Homemade Hamburger Helper is nostalgic and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1–2 tsp Creole seasoning (
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup tomato sauce
2 cups beef broth
1–2 tsp Better Than Bouillon (beef)
1 cup heavy cream
8 oz campanelle pasta (uncooked)
1–1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby Jack, or a blend)

Instructions:
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, and Creole seasoning. Cook until beef is browned and veggies are softened.

Add tomato paste and tomato sauce and stir to combine.

Pour in beef broth, Better Than Bouillon, and heavy cream. Stir well.

Add uncooked campanelle pasta, stir, cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

Sprinkle cheese over the top, cover, and let melt. Serve warm.

Save this for a night when you don’t feel like cooking but still want something good 🤍

I linked the items I used to make it, plus more of my favorite recipes and kitchen items.

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#ad I’ve read to him every day since he was born, and now he gets so excited about new books.

Today’s picks: Dog Man: Big Jim Believes + The Wild Robot Escapes (Book 2). 📚🤍
I’ve linked these and a few of our other favorites in my LTK.

✨I’ve linked the books beloe

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#ad Gave him the books and he was SO happy 🥹📚
These little moments mean everything. #TargetBooks #TargetPartner #Target @target #kidsbooks

Four Christmas trees were a great idea… until January🤭

I wait to take everything down so I can actually enjoy the full holiday season, then I move slowly and put things away in a way that makes sense for next year. I’m not finished yet, but progress is happening.

✨If you want links to the storage bags, bins, or anything else you see here, comment “Holiday” and I’ll send them over.

Be honest are all your Christmas decorations already put away, or are you still working through it?

Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup 🤍

Cozy, comforting, and perfect for cold winter days.

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Ingredients
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
8–10 garlic cloves, minced
4 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1–2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
¼ cup flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
4–5 cups cooked, shredded chicken
2 packets Sazón con azafrán
2 bay leaves
Salt & pepper, to taste
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Egg noodles, cooked separately
Parmesan cheese, for serving

How to make it:

Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add carrots, celery, onion, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Sauté until softened.

Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.

Sprinkle in the flour, stirring to coat the veggies.

Slowly add chicken broth, whisking continuously for about 4 minutes until smooth.

Bring to a boil, then add bay leaves, Sazón, and shredded chicken.

Stir in heavy cream, return to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook 5–10 minutes until thickened.

Season to taste and finish with fresh parsley.

To serve:
Spoon over egg noodles and top with Parmesan, cracked black pepper, and more parsley.

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These Hot Air Balloons are so easy to put together for your kids for their Valentine’s Day exchange at school.💗 It’s fun and the kids will love it!

I made these last year and the kids loved them!

❣️Comment “ Valentine” and I’ll send you everything you need to recreate this along with other Valentine’s Day gift ideas and finds.

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