Cooking With Chaos
Cooking with four kids…what could go wrong?
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Embrace the Chaos (and Still Maintain Your Sanity)
Embracing the chaos is more than just ignoring havoc around you. It’s a state of mind, to enjoy and embrace those fleeting years of childrearing, soaking in the easily missed moments, taking it as it comes.
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Homemade Chicken Stock – Better Than Store-Bought
There’s no reason for store-bought chicken broth once you see how easy, versatile and tasty this homemade recipe is!
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Puppy Chow: A Chocolatey, Peanut Buttery, Midwestern Treat
Puppy Chow is a chocolatey, peanut buttery midwestern treat that has been a staple at many potlucks, tailgates and parties for decades.
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Simple Homemade Pie Crust
With 10 minutes and pantry staples, anyone can whip up this simple homemade pie crust. Buttery, flaky deliciousness with no preservatives!
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Caramel Apple Pie – a Gooey, Sweet Take on a Classic
Apple pie with a smooth, sweet twist. This caramel sauce is foolproof, no need to fret over scorched caramel with this recipe!
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Egg Salad – a Mayonnaise Haters Delight!
Haters of mayonnaise, rejoice! This recipe uses very little mayo, instead allowing other flavors to compliment the eggs, while keeping it moist.
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Sweet Relish – The Shortcut Way!
Need sweet relish and no time to run to the store? With a pantry staple, you can have relish in minutes using a common pantry staple.
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Embracing the Nap Trap: Finding Joy in Motherhood
Despite longing for independence and time to pursue writing, there is a sadness in knowing that the days of being nap trapped are numbered.
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Creamy Ground Beef Over Mashed Potatoes – A Kid Favorite!
Truly a family-favorite, no-leftovers, kids-approved recipe! Easily tailored to suit individual tastes, you’ll definitely want to add this Creamy Ground Beef over Mashed Potatoes to your meal rotation!
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Banana Zucchini Muffins: Veggie-haters and kids alike love these!
Fool kids and veggie-haters with these light Banana Zucchini Muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Freeze or enjoy right away!
Welcome to Cooking With Chaos!
Thanks for stopping by! On this site you’ll find recipes, canning techniques, and gardening how-to’s. All doable with lots of chaos and distractions. Most of what I do is done with 4 “helpers” and the recipes I use are then served to my family of 6, with 4 of the most honest food critics you’ll ever find! Find out more about me here…
