Today I wish I could curl up with my mom in bed, close my eyes and just breathe, calmly. However, I'll settle for the next best thing: making a big vat of Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding to nourish and comfort my soul. For a dish that tastes so decadent and creamy, it’s hard to believe how easy Rice Pudding is to make. Using staple ingredients that can be found in any stocked pantry and refrigerator, you don’t need any culinary skills to whip up the best batch of pudding. Honestly, this recipe only requires stirring the rice on the stove top … [Read more...]
Banana Pudding
Face it. No one wants to slave over the stove on a hot summer day. This no-bake Banana Pudding will definitely satiate your hunger without heating up your kitchen. We took a much-needed mid-afternoon break from the blazing sun so we were thrilled to start concocting the Banana Pudding. My helper was an adorable 4.5 year old who approached the pudding creation with the precision of an art project. She blended and mixed and lined up the ingredients to create a beautiful masterpiece The recipe is as creamy as it is sweet. Its … [Read more...]
Chocolate Pudding Pops
This snack is perfect for any hot summer day. I originally got the genius pudding pops idea from the blog Chocolates and Dreams. It immediately peaked my interest. Although, I knew I would have to tweak it to make it kid-friendly (in place of coffee and rum I added in some pure vanilla). Jello Pudding Pops were my childhood fave so, why not try to create something similar from scratch at home? Plus, the recipe is quick and easy (all the ingredients can be found in your well-stocked pantry) another seamless opportunity to involve the … [Read more...]
Rum Raisin Rice Pudding
I am thrilled to be a StirMaker for the #CreateAStir campaign sponsored by Della Rice. I am helping Della Rice “Stir Up Dinner!” as a brand ambassador (which we affectionately call, “Stir Makers”). So, what’s a Stir? A Stir is a dinner creation (think about your favorite rice bowl). The canvas (or bottom of the bowl) consists of delicious Della rice, and the toppings can include a variety of proteins, vegetables, and sauces. You pick. You decide. Create your own Stir and dinner is served in 20 minutes or less! Click here to … [Read more...]