While I’m certainly no Julie of Julia and Julie movie fame, I do enjoy cooking my way through a fun cookbook. My latest venture is Weight Watchers From Pantry to Plate picked up for $1.50 in excellent condition at Goodwill a month ago. Not one …
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Time for a Garage Sale!
I hate spring cleaning. I do it when I can only because I don’t have room for all the clutter that seems to gather over the winter. I also really like the extra cash I can make when I get it done in time for …
Dressed-Up Baked Beans
Spring grilling season is underway and one of my favorite side dishes is dressed-up canned baked beans. There isn’t a recipe per say–just a few tips and ideas for you to create your own bean masterpiece. Pour the canned beans into a baking dish. No …
Freezer Cookbook Reviews
Once-A-Month Cooking: A Proven System for Spending Less Time in the Kitchen & Enjoying Delicious, Homemade Once-a-Month Cooking by Mimi Wilson and Mary Beth Lagerborg. A time-saving, budget-stretching cookbook to prepare delicious meals. This is the book I started with years ago. Shopping lists are …
30-Day Freezer Cooking Podcast Series
30-Day Freezer Cooking: Getting Started–Episode 1 Looking for a way to save time and money? Join Lori Lauth as she explains 30-day freezer cooking. Lori discusses the three basic methods of 30-day cooking, her favorite resource cookbooks, benefits, and costs involved. This is podcast 1 …
Save Time & Money with 30-Day Freezer Cooking
Do you find yourself going through a drive-thru more times a week than you care to acknowledge? If you’re tired of fast food, want a homecooked meal but don’t have the time to cook daily then I have a suggestion–give 30-day freezer cooking a try. …
Roasted Veggie Sandwiches
Something about a round compacted patty that’s suppose to look like a burger but is in fact veggies is not appealing in the least to me. I know some of you are probably fans of those sandwiches, so please don’t be upset when I say …
California or Sushi Rolls
This is a recipe that even my sons like to make on their own. It’s easy, cheap, and quite healthy. The green wrap might take a bit of getting used to if it is new to you and your family, but with great fillings just about …
Designer Placemats: Perfect for Picnics & Gift Giving
With spring in full swing and summer ahead, we will be enjoying parties outdoors. Simplify the picnic setup by combining the silverware, napkin and placemat into one designer bundle. With five, six-inch straight stitches you can make these functional placemats. They are wonderful gifts for …
Easter Lunch Menu
Have you decided what to serve for lunch on Easter yet? Make lunch as easy as possible on yourself. Several of the menu items can be made in advance. This year plan to serve: Ham or fried chicken Twice-baked potato casserole Crock-pot string beans Spinach …