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Birthdays

Cookie Monster Cupcakes (and a 2nd Birthday!)

January 9, 2019 by Cara

And then just like that, he turned two and I’m left to wonder how in the world do I have a toddler now? So I did what any rational-thinking mom would do. I emotionally baked and made Cookie Monster Cupcakes to bury my conflicting emotions of happiness, delight, and saying goodbye to my baby boy….

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Desserts, Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly

Mad Scientist Smoothies

October 9, 2018 by Cara

Put your favorite smoothie recipe into one of these beakers for a pooktacular Halloween snack. These Mad Scientist Smoothies don’t require a whole lot of creativity but yield a ton of frightful fun!   Look, I get it. Being a parent means you are limited on your time and let’s face it, there are days…

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Fresh Out of the Oven, Halloween, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Snacks for Kids

Octopus Pizzas

June 21, 2018 by Cara

Summer is here so let us begin to create the cutest, silliest, and most fun ocean-themed foods we can think of. Get your oven heated up, grab your apron, and head on over to Super Simple as we bake up pizza in incredibly amazing shapes. Today I bring to you Octopus Pizzas! RELATED: CRAB HUMMUS…

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Dinner Ideas, Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Lunch Box, Nut Free

Rice Cake Flowers

May 24, 2018 by Cara

A platter for of rice cakes and cut up veggies to look like flowers

With the ever-growing popularity of platters these days, I wanted to create an easy and creative way to make a spring-themed spread, perfect for your family over on the blog at Super Simple. These Rice Cake Flowers are an easy way to have fun while eating your veggies too! All you is need for these…

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Snacks for Kids, Vegan

DIY Popcorn Boxes

January 20, 2018 by Cara

Hands holding a DIY Popcorn Box with a drink and snack

A cereal box is all you need to make your own movie theater DIY Popcorn Boxes for your next family movie night at home! For those of you who like to watch movies at home with your family, here is a fun craft to create with your kids to make their own DIY Popcorn Boxes….

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Crafts, Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly

Monster Bell Pepper Salad Cups

October 20, 2017 by Cara

Bowls schmowls. You don’t need no stinkin’ bowls for your side salad at dinner because with these Monster Bell Pepper Salad Cups, the veggies are actually stuffed *inside* the bell peppers. Think of them as your very own portable (and edible) bowl. Now tell me, how amazing are veggies that they could be the dish…

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Dinner Ideas, Fresh Out of the Oven, Halloween, Holiday

Halloween Candy Sushi

September 10, 2017 by Cara

Gross out your family and friend with these creepy Halloween Candy Sushi--the sweet and disgusting version of your favorite takeout!

Sometimes you need something disgusting and repulsive to celebrate Halloween and since this is my first post to kick-off the season, I figured I’d go all-out gross. What better way to say HAPPY HALLOWEEN SEASON, EVERYBODY!” than with homemade Halloween Candy Sushi?! Made with brown rice cereal treats and topped with gummy body parts, this…

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Dairy-Free, Desserts, Egg Free, Fresh Out of the Oven, Gluten-Free, Halloween, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free

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Welcome, I’m Cara! At Fork and Beans you will find creativity at every corner. From snack ideas, to holiday fun–even crafts and activities to do with your kids. If you are a parent (or just love fun food), you’ve come to the right spot! Come check out the latest idea I’ve made for my family and stay awhile, won’t you?

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