My latest article for the ’30 days of Cozi’ titled “When Plans go Awry… or How a Dry Well Reminded Me of the Best Part of Thanksgiving” is available for your enjoyment. I think you will enjoy the story as it involves instant potatoes and boxed stuffing!
How a Dry Well Reminded Me of the Best Part of Thanksgiving
Make Daddy Do It – Ham, Lettuce, Red Onion & Pickle Sandwich
Another tip: Have the ‘fun’ parent do it! Being the chief mess hall officer and cook can set you up for rebellion. Period. I had brought home some oranges and lettuce as requested. Naturally, the youngest had to complain and so daddy innocently walked over with his sandwich and it was in demand. Therefore, if…
Make Daddy Do It – Ham, Lettuce, Red Onion & Pickle Sandwich
Another tip: Have the ‘fun’ parent do it! Being the chief mess hall officer and cook can set you up for rebellion. Period. I had brought home some oranges and lettuce as requested. Naturally, the youngest had to complain and so daddy innocently walked over with his sandwich and it was in demand. Therefore, if…
‘Spice Drawer’ Roast Chicken
When you have company coming there is nothing as basic and fulfilling as a whole Roast Chicken. I decided to simply open the spice drawer and grab what was appealing. The kids helped by first mixing all the spices together as a dry mixture and then mixing with the oil. They also enjoyed and giggled…
Nominate a ‘Champion Against Child Hunger’
Do these words sound like you or someone you know? Caring. Compassionate. Inspired. Then consider nominating yourself or them in the ‘Champions Against Child Hunger Contest’ as a way to recognize your/their efforts in helping those in need by entering (Submit a short essay and photo ) at the Champions Against Child Hunger Web site,…
Cutting a Pomegranate – A Science Experiment
As I have told you before, we love our pomegrante juice so when the kids asked me how the juice is made/comes from, I realized that I had not actually brought the actual fruit into the house. Gosh, amazing that all these years have passed without eating the seeds from the actual fruit. I began…
Thanksgiving Leftover Ideas
Happy Thanksgiving! I do not know about you, but I always think ahead about what I am going to do with the leftovers and make sure I include those grocery items in my shopping. Consider these ideas in my video on Cozi today. What are your favorites?
EatingWell Wednesday – Tangerine or Orange Scented Green Bean
Shopping Sunday mornings alone is an event I look forward to each week. It is relatively quiet and without children, I can often have a clear head to brainstorm. Today I saw the pile of Tangerines at the produce end-cap and knew that Tangerine scented green beans were in our future. Luckily, my children enjoy…
Tastemaker Challenge #2 – Potato Frittata
Have you all been following along the Tastemaker 2k10 Challenge? It has been such a blast! I just finished my the video for this month’s Challenge: Nutrition on a budget. I am presenting the recipe below however, I ask that when you view the video, PLEASE rate it by pressing in the STARS. You may…