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    Rainbow Pudding Popsicles

    August 6, 2018 By Vicky 4 Comments

    These Rainbow Pudding Popsicles are the perfect summertime treat. They are colorful, creamy and one of those easy desserts you'll make all the time. Kids love to help make and eat them! Why kids will love these Rainbow Pudding Pops Ingredients For this rainbow popsicles recipe you will need instant vanilla pudding mixes, 5 oz size Dixie […]

    School Supplies for Girls

    August 3, 2018 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    Are you busy getting ready for back to school season? It is just a few more weeks here before my girls return to school and I return to a more normal work schedule. Of course, a new school year means that we have some shopping to do. We are pretty good on clothes, but our […]

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta in the Instant Pot

    July 31, 2018 By Vicky 8 Comments

    Are you as obsessed with your Instant Pot as I am with mine? I use mine all the time and it makes dinner prep a breeze. An Instant Pot is a type of pressure cooker. If you have any kind of pressure cooker you can make this yummy recipe for Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta in the […]

    Homemade Pizza Rolls

    July 25, 2018 By Vicky 5 Comments

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    Even the pickiest kids usually love pizza. But you can't always go out for pizza or make an entire pie from scratch. These homemade pizza rolls is the answer for when your kid is having a pizza craving. It makes a quick and easy snack or lunch, and the best part is that kids can […]

    Weight Watchers 3 Bean Salad

    July 23, 2018 By Vicky 8 Comments

    I like to incorporate beans into a number of Weight Watchers Recipes since they are filling and good for me. I made a yummy 0 Point Chili in the Crock Pot in the past, and today I am sharing this Weight Watchers 3 Bean Salad. Are you loving the Weight Watchers Freestyle program? They expanded their […]

    Peanut Butter Dip

    July 20, 2018 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    Are you looking for an easy no-cook recipe that you can make with your kids? Maybe you'd like to get started cooking with your kids, but have no idea where to start. If you want an easy recipe to try, this is it. The best part is, this Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Dip is so […]

    Zucchini Taco Boats

    July 18, 2018 By Vicky 3 Comments

    It's zucchini season, meaning there's no better time to look for dinner ideas using zucchini! These Zucchini Taco Boats in particular are delicious and an amazing way to get kids to eat their veggies. Enjoy all your favorite taco flavors in a new way! If you have leftover zucchini, please try our Zucchini Bread Recipe. […]

    Sand Playdough Recipe

    July 13, 2018 By Vicky 1 Comment

    Do summer days make you long for the beach? If you have a kid who loves to play in the sand, you can now bring the beach to them with this easy Sand Playdough Recipe. If you are looking for summer activities for kids, this is one to try! For more beach-themed activities, check out […]

    Peach Salsa Recipe

    July 9, 2018 By Vicky 5 Comments

    To me, nothing says summer quite like the taste of fresh peaches! I love a great peach cobbler with ice cream, warm peach pie or just eating a ripe, juicy peach. Well this Peach Salsa Recipe is going to become a summer staple. It's one of my favorite party appetizer ideas! You can serve it with […]

    Easy Slime Recipe

    July 6, 2018 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    Are your kids obsessed with slime? Everyday my kids ask me if they can make slime. But they are not the only ones asking for slime. You readers have been requesting slime as well, and this Easy Slime Recipe is one of our favorites. If you are looking for a borax free slime that is super […]

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    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I’m Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, sharing easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I create meals that bring people together and kid-friendly learning activities inspired by my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education.
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