As a kid I can remember watching the adventures of Charlie Brown on the tele (yes that is what I used to call it back …

Some people say that their favorite part about camping is being out in nature.  While that is great, it’s not my favorite part. Some people say …

Let’s face it, there’s a lot of really bad pizza out there. Not that we won’t still eat it, but sometimes we eat it out …

As a kid I remember visiting McDonald’s frequently for one particular item and it wasn’t for the french fries and chicken nuggets (although those are …

There are only a few more short weeks until the new Star Wars movie comes out! Okay, so actually maybe a few more than a …

Kids are always so hungry after school. And trying to get them to eat anything even close to healthy can be an absolute struggle. So …

Bubble, bubble, toil and trouble, this Halloween make your party guests double…with laughter, that is. These Witch’s Broom Pretzel Snacks are so hilariously adorable that …

What did little King Tut say to his babysitter? I WANT MY MUMMY! These Screamin’ Mummy Pretzels so fun to make, and your kids are going …

Some of my favorite Halloween memories from growing up were hanging out with the family watching monster movies. My favorite, by and far, was Young …

Making Halloween cookies with kids is hauntingly fun. And these Ghost Nutter Butters are no exception. Super easy to make, cute as can be, and …

Decorating cookies for Halloween is a rite of passage at my house. Heck, anything kitchen related is a rite of passage. That means, any time …

I’m so flip-floppily frugal sometimes, it’s ridiculous. I’ll spend $20 on an outfit for my daughter, but then refuse to buy a shirt for myself …

Star Wars is coming! And in celebration of what we’re lovingly calling ‘Nerd Christmas’ in my house, I’ve made these Star Wars Ewok Granola Bars …

Anyone worth their Halloween salt is a fan of Jack Skellington and Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas. No, no, it’s true. I mean, Jack Skellington …

There is something magical about neapolitan ice cream. Something about those layers of chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla together that make it so much more than …

Football season is upon us and that means we need quick, easy, and inexpensive appetizers to serve up to our hungry guests. What you may …

This Halloween, dress up as Martha Stewart and whip out these 35 Epic Halloween Candied Apple Recipes. These are the best of the best and …

May The Snack Force Be With You…and with these Star Wars Wookiee Granola Bars we can promise you exactly that. Now, if your family is like my …

Halloween is coming, and so are all the monsters, ghouls, ghosts, and gross slimy things you can imagine. True confession: We here at Totally The …

Bring the delicious snap, crackle, and pop of Rice Krispie cereal to your candied apples with this delicious (and oh so cute) Rice Krispie Caramel …

When the school year starts, so does…Slumber Party Season! At my house that means a half dozen little girls running around, wearing mud masks, and …

Every year in the high end grocery stores around here, I can find caramel apple pies that have cheddar baked into and onto the crust. …

I love s’mores. I have made them about a billion different ways, but I think my favorite way of all to make them is in …

There are people in your life right now who are going to tell you that you can’t have everything. You need to get rid of …

You work hard, and you deserve a little something pretty in your life. These Chocolate Covered Sunflower Seeds Caramel Apples are as pretty as they …

Remember when childhood was all about Mother Frosted Cookies and staying up later than bedtime? Man, those were the days. Today kids lives are so …

When I was in school – you know, back when dinosaurs walked the earth – lunch was easy. A sandwich, apple or carrot slices, and …

When I was a little kid, fall meant a few things I could be sure of: school was starting, it would get cold, pumpkin seeds …

The truth is a lot of us worked really hard to get into our bikini bodies. Months of diet, exercise, and staring longingly at cakes …

Candy apples are probably my favorite part of the changing seasons. Apples are already so delicious in the fall, but once you start adding candy, …

If you haven’t latched onto the chocolate covered chips craze yet, you haven’t lived. Really. There’s just something amazing about that salty/sweet/creamy taste that makes …

I think every family has birthday traditions, and mine is no different. The birthday person always picks their favorite dinner – lasagna for me – and their …

Summer is almost over which means we need to start thinking of Fall. I fall in love with Fall every year. Fall crafts, Fall Recipes, and …

With all the Minion commercials, toys, and the new movie out, chances are your kids have learned Minionese. Bello! If you understood that then my …

Eating healthy food isn’t always fun or easy. I mean, who wants vegetables when you can have a juicy burger right? Well, as our kids …

My nephew loves yellow. LOVES it. It’s his favorite color, his favorite socks, he even wants a yellow room at some point (but he shares …

Seeing a Palm Tree makes me instantly think of the beach and drinking a Piña Colada (or two) out of a real coconut. I’ve totally …

At my house, we are all about preparing dishes as quickly as possible. One of my favorite side dishes (or desserts, if you’re feeling extra …

We have certainly been busy preparing for Shark Week. From these Shark Gummy Kabobs to Shark Fin Soap to Shark Infested Water, we have  almost everything we …

Shark Week wouldn’t be the same if it wasn’t for Shark Infested Water. And with that also comes the need for good old Shark Bait, …

Sometimes as a parent, it’s easy to feel stretched thin. Everyone always wants something and at the very last minute you find out that you’re …

Sometimes you want a quick snack that is sweet, delicious, and filling… I mean healthy! These Peanut Butter Banana Bites are the perfect snack for …

With kids getting out of school soon, I’m looking forward to all the summer slumber parties and the fun we’ll be having. Part of the …

They are yellow, they are crazy, and they talk in a way you cannot comprehend! I am taking about MINIONS!! The new movie is making …

Next time you are picking up something and placing it into your mouth it better be these Thor Hammer Pops! Well, if you can lift …

We are huge fans of unicorn poop at my house. We’ve made unicorn poop cookies, cupcakes and other sweet rainbow treats, but the other day …

Today we would like to welcome our very special guest host, Hallecake. We love Everything Halle does and we’re so happy she decided to pop …

Throwing parties with fun and creative food doesn’t have to cost a fortune or take up a lot of your time. These Hulk Pudding Cups …

It’s summer which means Shark Week is upon us. Whether you are hosting a shark themed party or just kicking back and watching some shark …

Once upon a time I dreamed of building a farm-to-table pizza restaurant. I loved the idea of everything (or as much as possible) being grown …

Sometimes you get mad, and that’s totally okay. Sometimes kids get mad, and that’s okay, too. The problem comes when kids can’t figure out how …

The first time someone tried to offer me mango salsa, I turned it down flat. I like my salsa spicy and red, thank you very …

As the temperature rises each year, so does my need for ceviche. Shrimp ceviche is super easy to make, and has an incredible fresh flavor …

In the past four weeks, I’ve been to four – count them – four dinner parties. I don’t know what it is about spring that …

Kids LOVE Minecraft…and they will LOVE you when you make this Minecraft Creeper Chocolate Candy. Whether for a Minecraft-themed party, or just an afternoon snack …

Why plan a plain party when you can have a Cotton Candy Party? Cotton candy is the sweet treat that reminds us of childhood, that …

Bippity Boppity Boo, this Cinderella Glass Slipper candy is just for you! No fairy godmother or royal prince necessary when it comes to these delicious and …

I’ve pulled together this awesome list of 25 Banana Recipes That’ll Make You Sing. Now, get out there and cook–followed by a hearty belting of …

Way too much of my time is spent running around on weekday mornings trying to pull together sack lunches, rush breakfasts and last-minute snacks for …

My family loves spaghetti. It’s probably one of our favorite sit down meals. Fresh tomato sauce, so many veggies, a tossed salad, maybe a nice …

I started making candy when I was still in the single digits (maybe eight?) and living in Louisiana. There was something amazing about watching simple …

Spring is here and that means all things pastel! To celebrate, we made RICE KRISPIES Treats Easter Eggs with Pop Rocks and Rice Krispies Treats Groovy Tie Dyed …

Lime Muddy Buddies are one of my new favorite obsessions! These easy-to-make snacks are great to keep on hand for a tasty treat any time …

I’m going to start with the entirely honest disclosure of I have no idea where this recipe came from. I was at my mom’s house the …

Quite possibly the thing I am looking forward to most about Spring approaching is the fresh produce that will soon be so plentiful.  While the …

Here are 25 Harry Potter snacks you can make from home! 25 Harry Potter Snacks and Treats I’ve got my witchy priorities straight–I’m starting with Witches …

I call these Trippin’ Oatmeal Bars because they’re so packed. Plus, you can take them anywhere. These fruit and nut filled bars are like a meal …

Getting kids curious about the foods they eat and how they are prepared is so important for building good eating habits. The easiest way to …

Happy Ranch Dressing Day! Seriously, it’s a holiday, and today we are so happy about working with Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing to celebrate with these On-The Go …

As we approach spring, I’m looking for lighter dishes that work well at group gatherings. This Kidney Bean Salad recipe is simple, fast, delicious, and …

I love snacky-type foods. They make my world go ’round. I make them at home in place of a meal some nights, just to mix …

These Gluten Free Quiche Muffins are the savory, delicious answer to the gluten-free question you didn’t know you were asking! Seriously, they’re that good. To …

I am all about making adorable Valentine gifts that are a little out-of-the-box. And, since February is National Grapefruit month we are celebrating it with these …

When I think about baking, cookies and cakes often come to mind. I’m exploring ways to eat healthier even with my baked goods. What I …

How do I love thee…let me count the ways……Yes, I love bacon, but who doesn’t?  It makes everything better.  You don’t have to JUST have …

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This post has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are that of Totally the Bomb. #GoldfishMix #CollectiveBias Since school has started …

We love football at my house…we talk about the game and make little side-bets between each other about how plays will go. It’s just fun. …

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As soon as the weather starts to coolI start thinking about healthy holiday treats! The thing is, I can make fruit salad for the family and they …

I love everything about this video, but I especially love the outtake at the end, because it’s a small glimpse into me and my daughter laughing …

I am a total sucker for popcorn. Seriously, you have no idea. One of my favorite things to do is pop up some popcorn and …

My daughter is back and baking on her YouTube channel. Check out this episode where she and her friend make Reindeer pretzel candy. They are …