Recipes - Newport Mesa Moms

Butternut Squash Macaroni & Cheese, Compliments of Anna Gass

Once cold weather months are upon us, we begin craving the dishes that keep us warm and stick to our ribs. One fall favorite for my family is good old fashion, macaroni and cheese. It’s filling, super comforting, and a meal my kids always request. Because it’s fall...

Monday Night Football Guacamole

We’re so excited to bring you another delicious recipe from Lauren K. Stein, author of Fresh Made Simple, a family-friendly illustrated cookbook. Since football season is in full swing, whip up a small batch of this guacamole and sit back and relax in front of the tv...

Arugula Corn Pear Salad

This recipe is shared with us from Lauren K. Stein, author of Fresh Made Simple, a family-friendly illustrated cookbook. Arugula Corn Pear Salad is the ultimate way to enjoy late season local corn! If you don’t have pears on hand, you can always substitute with sliced...

Five Ingredient Friday: Labor Day Eats Compliments of Anna Gass

This delicious potato salad is a Labor Day BBQ favorite in my house. Simple, inexpensive and of course, only five ingredients. The best part? It tastes better the second day so it’s perfect for entertaining. Anke’s German Potato Salad 2 ½ to 3 lbs Yukon...

Marinated Grilled Veggies

Summer is all about the grilling! Our friends recently made these marinated grilled veggies from How Sweet Eats at a family gathering and apparently not only were they DEVOURED, but everyone wanted the recipe. The avocado whipped feta is SO easy and also works on...

The Perfect Summer Popsicle

We’ve rounded up three super simple popsicle recipes that you and the kiddos will be sure to love. Popsicles might just be the perfect summer snack. Mix, freeze and enjoy!! FRUIT CREAMSICLE INGREDIENTS 10 oz frozen fruit of choice 1 can full-fat coconut milk (or...