Tips, Solutions and Humor for Moms
I don’t know about you, but I do my fair share of tricking my kids when it comes to food. As my kids grow, so do my skills as a salesmom. I have found I have to “sell” the healthy stuff, so I am always looking for new ideas to do that. And I am [...]
I am not very interested in cooking, but I am very interested in eating. So, I cook to eat (and to feed the fam). Since I am so lazy strategic, I am always looking for something quick and easy to make for dinner. Usually, I just throw potatoes in the oven while my husband grills [...]
I love summer foods. Fresh corn, summer salads, berries. I got one of those brochures from Kroger with coupons in it and saw this recipe for strawberry sorbet. I just happened to have the few ingredients required, so I tried it. It only took a few minutes to make and it was absolutely delicious and [...]
So, I have been looking for healthier food options for my family. My health-nut niece suggested Bocca Meatless Chick’n Nuggets. (I know, sounds narsty, doesn’t it?) But, to my surprise, I gave it a whirl and my kids absolutely loved them and even asked for seconds! A 10 oz package was $3.99 and the nuggets are made of soy. [...]
When the weather changes, so do my taste buds. I start craving warm-weather foods. I may have mentioned my issues with moderation and food is no exception. I go through these phases where I eat a lot of a certain food until I don’t want it for a while. You get the picture. So, this [...]
Oh, did I ever find something yummy. My sister and I went to a Women’s Expo this weekend and we found some super-great dips by a company called All Stars Dips. (No, this is not an advertisement). Have you ever made that Knorr Spinach dip – the one you mix with sour cream, Mayo, etc? That’s a good one, [...]
This is a family favorite. Maybe it will be for you, too. 2 Chicken breasts, cubed 1 small white onion, chopped 1 jar La Victoria Salsa Suprema (or whatever kind you like) 8 oz sour cream 2 cups shredded jack/cheddar 3 tbsp butter Rice Brown chicken in butter and put in a deep baking dish (but leave the [...]
Lasagna noodles – cooked according to directions 2 lbs ground beef 4 cups shredded mozzarella large size cottage cheese Jar of spaghetti sauce (I like Prego Meat Sauce) Pre-heat oven to 375. Brown ground beef. Drain and add sauce. Layer noodles, meat sauce, cottage cheese and mozzarella. Repeat layers until you run out of stuff. Top with cheese. Cover [...]
When I was a kid, my mom made these as an appetizer to take to a party. They were a big hit with us, and I make them every now and again for my kids. They like to help make them, too. French bread Shredded jack/cheddar Mayonnaise Pizza sauce Any toppings you like In a bowl mix [...]
Excellent tip from my pal, Rebecca. You must check out the Portable North Pole and enter in your child’s information so Santa can deliver a personalized message. This is fantastic!
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