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Black and White Cookies

My Black and White Cookies are just as soft and cakey as the ones from a New York City bakery, and my daughter asks…

Ritz Crackers Thin Mints

These Ritz Cracker Thin Mints made with milk chocolate chips, peppermint extract and Ritz crackers are so delicious and very easy to make. Perfect…
Alicia, author of Balancing Motherhood.

Hi, I’m Alicia!

Welcome to Balancing Motherhood. where I share easy recipes for busy families.

Everything you’ll find here is kid approved and something that any home cook can manage!


Chicken breasts cooked in a creamy orange sauce with herbs and sun-dried tomatoes, this marry me chicken is served in a black skillet with a spoon.

MARRY ME CHICKEN

Make this for a special occasion or just a regular dinner. It’s always delicious.