Food, Family, and Lifestyle
I have been snacking on edamame beans from Trader Joe’s for weeks so I decided to switch things up a bit. The results: a tasty little snack/side dish with enhanced flavor thanks to the roasting. Feel free to use whatever seasonings suit your taste buds. Ingredients: Shelled & thawed Edamame Olive oil Chile powder Paprika…
We all know that prices on most items (housing, food, clothing, etc) are not going down and with the economy these days, it is harder than ever to afford extra activities. That is why I was so excited when I was told about the Tropicana Juicy Rewards program. Here is how it works: You buy…
We are back! Yes, last year’s entries were so amazing that Tangled Noodle and I had to do it again! The challenge: utilize an actual fruit, vegetable, noodles, milk, coffee etc. in some sort of writing, drawing or video. Need some creative inspiration? Look over last year’s entries! Photo courtesy of chiccookiekits (go there-she is…
Some days, no matter how much you plan, you are not prepared for the hunger pangs. I am happy to share this little box of snackiness that both myself and the little ones enjoy.
Did the title catch your attention? I wanted to tell you about the Hot Bloggers Calendar for two reasons: 1. I am a nominee and would appreciate your vote . This seems like such a fun and once in a lifetime opportunity so I am hoping to be able to take part. 2. The proceeds…
In an ongoing effort to exploit the fact that the kids are currently in love with corn and that my daughter is obsessed with tomatoes, I decided to try a Corn & Tomato saute. I know, these items are best and freshest in the spring but I love to switch things up and was not…
Three years ago Grandpa sent money for me to go out and buy the kids something for Christmas. I wanted to get something classic that would foster their imagination so I bought the Melissa & Doug Standard Unit Blocks from the downtown toy store. Naturally, we build towers but we also build ‘mansions’ for animals,…
Recently, I took my mom to the ‘local’ Trader Joe’s (35 minutes away) and picked up a pound of grass-fed ground beef. I have only had it once (at brgr in NYC for Martha Stewart Blog Show) and loved the burger so I thought I would try it at home. I thought the price of…
