Did you receive an Instant Pot for Christmas this year? Here is a recipe to try! Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana: a super comforting and delicious dish perfect for this chilly season. If you are just trying your new toy out, I love my Instant Pot! It makes every recipe easier, so if you don’t have […] The post Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup Recipe appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

The perfect dinner for the chilly season is a simple soup and sandwich or salad. This homemade cream of mushroom soup is super comforting and and incredibly easy to make. Honestly, it takes more time to order takeout! Including chopping veggies and washing the pot and blender you’ll have dinner done in  30 minutes (or […] The post Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

How many pounds of mashed potatoes do you think will be eaten next week? Possibly hundreds of thousands of pounds? Who knows. What I do know is that you don’t need to settle for bland mashed potatoes.  This recipe results in super creamy, velvety and rich mashed potatoes. Top with with extra herbed butter to […] The post Herbed Garlic Butter Mashed Potatoes appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

Monkey bread is one of my favorite breakfasts/desserts. This Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread is sweet, it’s spicy, it’s perfect to make and share with the family… Basically it’s everything a good Fall recipe should be! Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread The great thing about monkey bread is that’s a great recipe to get the little ones […] The post Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

When I’m craving dessert, I always turn to oatmeal. It’s the perfect vehicle for a variety of yummy toppings like peanut butter, chocolate, fruit and nuts. PLUS, oatmeal is nutrient-dense and a whole lot better than other dessert options. When my kids are hungry for a snack, I always suggest oatmeal. This chocolate peanut butter […] The post Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Red Gold tomatoes Did you guys try the Thanksgiving Leftovers Chili I posted before the holidays?  Well, I’m back with another delicious slow cooker meal! I love slow cooker meals year-round because they are easy, require little prep, and allow for less time in the kitchen and […] The post Slow Cooker Italian Chicken appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Nabisco. I’m raising a houseful of boys (and one daughter) so sports have become a major part of my life. Not only do my kids play hundreds of games a year, we have to come home and watch more games on TV. I can admit that I […] The post OREO Pull-Apart Touchdown Cake appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Red Gold Tomatoes If you are searching for “What to make with Thanksgiving leftovers,” then you’ve come to the right place! This Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Leftovers Chili is a good way to use up the last of the Thanksgiving leftovers. I love having leftovers, but I can […] The post Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Leftovers Chili appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Refreshingly Real and the Can Manufacturers Institute. All opinions and words are 100% my own. This Spicy Pumpkin soup recipe is super quick, easy, and convenient because it’s made with canned goods. I don’t have the time to cut open a pumpkin, scrape out the seeds, and roast it […] The post Spicy Pumpkin Soup in 30 Minutes appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more

Christmas is upon us and everyone is rushing around buying last-minute gifts (including me!), but have you thought about Christmas breakfast? You need these Egg Nog Waffles! I think these waffles sound like the perfect Christmas morning breakfast. It sounds even better when you can make the batter in less than 10 minutes with only a few […] The post Egg Nog Waffles Recipe appeared first on Busy Mommy ..read more