DIY, Printables, and Crafts

January 26, 2017

You’re a Doll! DIY Valentine’s Printables

It’s that lovey dovey time of year when kids run around in anticipation of who their valentine will be. It’s fun to play cupid. With this new design I came up with you can too! My kids get super stoked to share little treats and pretty notes with the kids in their classrooms. We like to shake things up & be a bit more creative then what you find in the store. I have such a great time designing cards and decorative printable elements. The applications for these are endless. If you end up using them, please send me an email or post with your creations on your favorite social channel. Tag me @marlameridith so I can see it!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Appetizers

January 22, 2017

Greek Nachos

With the Super Bowl here in just two short weeks, I wanted to help you prepare for game day! This weekend we feasted on these Greek Nachos and I gotta tell you they are ahhhhhmazing! If you are a fan of Greek food then you will be smitten by this recipe. Instead of tortilla chips, this has pita chips as a base. Building up from there, it’s cumin spiced lamb, feta tzatziki sauce and heaps of fresh veggies & zesty olives.

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Also, check out this delicious Greek Flatbread with Tzatziki Sauce. Another great recipe for gameday or for any time at all. Enjoy!

~ Marla Meridith

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Breakfast

January 20, 2017

Maple Rice Pudding with Biscoff Pecan Crunch Topping

With the super cold temps here we crave recipes that warm us from the inside out. I had a major sweet tooth craving the other day ~ and had just watched Ina Garten make rice pudding on the Food Network. This strong visual, combined with my sweet lust inspired me to come up with this recipe. The rice pudding is a maple sweetened creamy pudding topped with an irresistible Biscoff cookie crunch topping. Have a few extra minutes on your hands today? Go ahead and whip up this Maple Rice Pudding with Biscoff Pecan Crunch Topping. My kids and I loved it so much we even snuck some in for breakfast!

Enjoy!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Casseroles

January 18, 2017

Japanese Chicken Curry

My daughter is completely OBSESSED with Anime. In the same way that I can’t get enough romantic travel films in my life…she is always tuned into Japanese animation. One night recently she begged me to make her Japanese curry, just like the ones she sees in her videos. I did some research and found that most versions of this have an MSG filled spice pack in the ingredient list. We went the all natural route and our homemade roux and curry couldn’t have tasted better! Now we just need to travel to Japan some day to try the real deal. This is as close as we are going to get for now.

The great news is she loved my version of Japanese Chicken Curry and it’s something i’ll be sure to make over and over again. While she ate it she watched her favorite anime video, to help bring the experience to life!

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~ Marla Meridith

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January 16, 2017

Mushroom Beef Barley Soup

If there’s one soup that has always been a favorite it’s a good helping of Mushroom Beef Barley Soup. Talk about love in a bowl. I’ve favored this soup all my life, even when I was a super picky kid eater. This soup is made in one-pot, so that minimizes clean up. It uses so many fresh & healthy ingredients and is packed with protein. Whether you are coming in from a great day on the slopes, or from a crazy day at work. This soup is sure to warm & win over your soul.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Breakfast

January 6, 2017

Coffee Overnight Oatmeal

We all know what the best part of wakin’ up is right?! That first cup of coffee shared with your loved ones! Hang on tight to your coffee cup, there might be something even better…Coffee Overnight Oatmeal. While you are sleeping, the most delicious breakfast is making magic you in your fridge. Instead of adding water to your oatmeal, prepare it with coffee and just a few other ingredients. Let it sit overnight so the oats get nice and creamy. I bet you will jump out of bed for this. I do! I’m not sure if this should be considered breakfast or a afternoon treat, it’s way healthier than plenty of other things you can reach for. After all, it’s oatmeal!

I’m so excited to have partnered up with Folgers the past few months to bring you all kinds of creative ways to enjoy coffee. In this recipe I use a combination of Folgers Instant Coffee and Folgers Perfect Measures

Folgers is on the pulse of everything we could ever want in coffee. They make things super tasty, to suit every coffee lovers palette. And very easy for us. They have a great assortment of K-Cups for single serve and I’m loving Perfect Measures which ensures the perfect cup of coffee every time (without dealing with messy coffee grounds) No matter what your coffee maker is, drip, Keurig, french press, Folgers has a coffee thats right for you. They offer many flavor and roast possibilities as well.

Folgers has made it possible to have the perfect cup of coffee, which saves us from having to run to the local coffee shop. I don’t have time for another stop in the morning.

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Disclosure: MM has partnered with Folgers to bring you the very best coffee experience, right in your own home. All thoughts and opinions are our own.

~ Marla Meridith

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Casseroles

January 4, 2017

One-Pot Swiss Alpine Macaroni (Aelplermagronen)

I’m so excited to announce that I’ll be on an EPIC European alpine ski adventure at the end of the month. I’ll be heading back to the Swiss Alps and to Austria too! It’s going to be 3 weeks of on & off piste skiing, fine hotels and lots of food! One of the popular rustic mountain dishes that I’ve come to love is this Swiss Alpine Macaroni (Aelplermagronen) It’s mac ‘n cheese all grown up. If you crave stick to your ribs winter comfort food then this dish is for you. My daughter says this is her favorite pasta ever! (That means a lot around here!)

So what’s in Alpine Macaroni anyways? Pasta (I prefer ziti noodles to macaroni) Gruyère cheese, potatoes, bacon and caramelized onions. This dish is served with a side of applesauce. Don’t skip that part. It’s the sweet & salty combo that really sets this recipe apart from anything else you’ve ever eaten! Wine lovers, serve this with a dry Riesling or Chardonnay. When in Switzerland a Swiss table wine pairs perfectly. This pasta has many names, another is Herdsman’s Macaroni.

On this trip I’ll be in the Engadin. St. Moritz & Sils Maria…

Klosters/Davos…

It will be my first time to Austria. I’ll be in the Arlberg touring Lech, Stuben and St. Anton. Pinch me now!!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Casseroles

January 2, 2017

Mexican Beef Quinoa Casserole

How are we all holding up after the holidays? I hope everyone is feeling great! To get 2017 started in a nourishing way I’m sharing this delicious Mexican Beef Quinoa Casserole. This casserole is simple to prepare and will tempt even the pickiest of eaters. There is plenty of whole food proteins in this dish: quinoa, ground beef, cheese and sour cream. Lot of veggies too! We are all about casseroles this time of year. They feed a crowd and taste great even after a few days in the fridge. Make your life easier with this healthy grab and go meal.

In just 30 minutes you too can have this dish on the table for your family!

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~ Marla Meridith

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December 29, 2016

Renew Life Probiotics

*This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Renew Life Probiotics.

It’s that time of the year when we think about rebooting our life plans & healthy strategies. It can be as easy as you want it to, no need to make things stressful or complicated. For a few years now I’ve been using Renew Life Ultimate Flora Probiotics regularly. It’s a great first step in the right direction for overall digestive and immunity health, especially important during this cold & flu season.

Want to know more about Renew Life Probiotics? Here’s their story.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Baked Sweets and Treats

December 28, 2016

Cast Iron Skillet Maple Cinnamon Scones

Cast iron skillets are seriously the handiest cooking tool in any kitchen. They work amazing on the stove top and just as wonderfully over a campfire or in the oven. I love scones but always find them just a bit too heavy or sweet. These Cast Iron Skillet Maple Cinnamon Scones are a healthy way to start your day without a giant sugar rush. If you don’t already have a cast iron skillet I beg you to go get one now. There are just a few easy steps you need to follow to maintain it when you follow those then these skillets last for generations!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Lifestyle

December 27, 2016

Ski Bunny Chic! Jackets for On & Off the Slopes

Whether on or off the slopes it’s most important that we look & feel our best. Skiing has always been the most glamorous sport to me. Where else can you wear form fitting winter clothes trimmed with fur, feathers, crystals and everything else you can possibly think of. Bogner even has a jacket this year with LED lights all over it, you can get that exclusively at Gorsuch (for $15,000, only 10 were made!) This jacket is genius for ski bunnies that like to ski in the dark…or Aprés into the wee hours. My favorites here combine form meets function. No one wants to be a cold bunny.

For always on the mark ski styles I always keep up with SNOW Magazine & Gorsuch. Check them out when you can.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Christmas

December 26, 2016

Champagne Lemonade Margaritas

I hope you all had a most wonderful Christmas & Hanukkah, now it’s time to set our sights on New Year’s Eve! We all know what that means…New Year’s resolutions & overflowing libations to help ring in 2017! Bubbles are fantastic always. In this festive, refreshing cocktail I’ve combined bubbly Champagne with pink lemonade, silver tequila and a dash of Triple Sec. Champagne Lemonade Margaritas will be the most popular drink at your holiday party!