Life in the Mommy Lane by Riche Holmes Grant — Food + Drink
Baby Hummus Recipe 0
I started making a "lite" version of baby hummus with just garbanzo beans (chickpeas) and low-sodium chicken broth when toddler boss was about 8 months old. Then, after she hit 12+ months, I started adding roasted garlic and fresh lemon juice so that my husband and I would enjoy it too. This was one of her favorite treats once she entered what I call the "dipping" phase, where she was obsessed with anything that she could dip her little hands in and eat too. This was such a fun time to introduce her to new...- Riche Holmes Grant
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Easy Almond Butter Recipe (Toddler Chef-Friendly) 0
A few weeks ago, I bought a sample of almond butter from Whole Foods for toddler boss to try and she loved it so much that I decided to add it to our repertoire. So easy to make; all you need are a few ingredients and a good food processor. In the photo below, we used it to make "sandwiches" for a little tea party. One batch makes about 20 of these, so they're also a great peanut alternative for easy group treats. RECOMMENDED AGES: 12+ months. Click here to download our easy baby food reference chart to keep...- Riche Holmes Grant
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The Secret to Making Perfect Oatmeal 0
I hated oatmeal when I was younger. Hated it. Fortunately, it wasn't a staple in our house, but the few times that I remember having it left a bad (think really, really "pasty") taste in my mouth. It wasn't until I got older and learned how ridiculously good oatmeal is for you that I started making it...and loving it. Through lots of trial and error, I finally found that the secret to keeping it creamy is to double the recommended oat-to-liquid ratio and divide it equally between water and milk #ahamoment. For example, if the...- Riche Holmes Grant
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Pumpkin Bisque Recipe 0
I've been making some variation of this yummy pumpkin bisque for years now, but I finally perfected the recipe, or at least that's what I've heard lately from my totally unbiased taste testers:-) If you've got the time, try it using freshly roasted pumpkin. If you really want to get fancy, sauté lump crabmeat and ladle the bisque over individual bowls for a mommy-only treat that tiny tastebuds can't yet appreciate. RECOMMENDED AGES: 12+ months. Click here to download our easy baby food reference chart to keep track of what foods you can introduce to your baby and...- Riche Holmes Grant
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Black-Eyed Peas and Brown Rice Recipe 0
When I was growing up, my grandparents made black-eyed peas every year on New Year's Day for good luck and prosperity throughout the year. Black-eyed peas also happen to be good fiber sources and rich in potassium and iron, so it's a total win-win. In honor of my grandparents (who are now resting in Heaven), I'm starting a new tradition this year with my own family in their honor. Happy New Year! This recipe is my toddler boss-inspired remix of the Southern fave, Hoppin' John minus the pork and brown rice subbed for white. Try it and let me...- Riche Holmes Grant
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