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How to Get Your Family to Help With the Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning is a big job. While it’s certainly something you can do on your own, you don’t have to. In fact, there is benefit to having your family help with the job. It alleviates some of the work you have to do. Children can learn the value of hard work. They can contribute to […]
Continue readingFried Rice with Vegetables
One of my favorite things about this recipe is that it is so versatile. Serve the veggie fried rice as a main dish or lunch, or as a side when you’re making fish or baked chicken. Vary the veggies depending on what you already have at home, what’s on sale at the store or what’s […]
Continue readingOrange Waffles
These delicious orange flavored waffles made with orange juice and oil are sure to impress your brunch guests. At the same time the recipe is easy enough to serve your family anytime. I make these in big batches and freeze them for delicious breakfasts throughout the week. Once you start making your own waffles, you […]
Continue readingHam or Turkey Breakfast Hash
If you’re in the mood for a big breakfast that doesn’t include any grain, breakfast hash with a side of eggs is hard to beat. I like to make up a big batch of the potato, onion and meat mixture and keep it in the fridge to use throughout the week. Just heat up and […]
Continue readingCool Minty Sweet Pea Soup
Sweet peas and mint are one of those combinations that, once you know about it, you’ll be looking for all kinds of ways to put them together. This recipe is unusual (especially in my family) because it’s a cold soup. I don’t make many cold soups, but this one is on the top of my […]
Continue readingGinger Mint Green Smoothie
Happy St. Patrick’s Day. How about starting the day with a yummy green smoothie packed full of stuff that’s not only tasty but good for you too. If you’re making this smoothie for the kids, leave out the ginger (or only add a tiny piece) and consider making it with apple juice or adding more […]
Continue readingCreole Dirty Rice Recipe
This is a traditional dirty rice recipe that calls for liver. You can use either chicken or beef liver for it. Or if that isn’t your thing, replace the liver with a bit of sausage. This makes a nice one dish meal that’s filling and frugal. It’s also a great way to use up leftover […]
Continue readingTraditional Reuben Sandwiches
My family loves, loves, loves Reuben sandwiches. And, the truth is, when we order them at a restaurant, we are usually disappointed. This is the recipe that we make now instead of ordering out. Hot off the skillet with the cheese all melted… there’s no reason to get them anywhere else! Reuben Sandwich Recipe Ingredients […]
Continue readingSt. Patrick’s Day Roundup
While searching for this week’s Site of Note, I came across so many cute things that I didn’t want to deny you the experience so without further ado I present to you… St. Patrick’s Day 2014 Not Quite Susie Homemaker has a really cute Free St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Printable in the meantime, Cocktails […]
Continue readingSimple St. Patrick’s Day Kid- Friendly Food Fun
Since St. Patrick’s Day is almost here, I thought I’d share a few crafty sweet treats that kids really enjoy. These are not only delicious, they’re fun! The following are from the “On St. Patrick’s Day Anyone Can Be Irish” Kindle book. It’s full of yummy recipes and some fun crafts and games for the […]
Continue readingIndian Lentil and Rice Bake
Beans and rice are the basis of many a frugal meal. The only problem is that it can get a bit boring if you don’t venture out of your usual cuisine. This Indian food inspired dish is the perfect way to spice things up. Full of brown rice and lentils it will fill you up […]
Continue readingOrganizing Your Computer
This is the last post in a 7 Day series on getting more organized. They come from the ebook “30 Days to an Organized Home” and Tracy Roberts (the author) is kindly letting me share them with you this week. I hope you enjoy them and put them to good use. Please consider getting the […]
Continue readingKidney Beans And Rice
This rice bowl is such a great versatile recipe. You can cook it in big batches and between the rice, the sausage and the kidney beans it really fills you up. If you’re cooking this for young kids, you may want to omit the hot sauce and cayenne pepper while you’re cooking. Adults can add […]
Continue readingTame the Closet Chaos
This is the fifth post in a 7 Day series on getting more organized. They come from the ebook “30 Days to an Organized Home” and Tracy Roberts (the author) is kindly letting me share them with you this week. I hope you enjoy them and put them to good use. Please consider getting the […]
Continue readingOld-Fashioned Meatloaf
I love a nice meatloaf for dinner. One of my favorite parts is that it’s always enough food to have leftovers for the next day. Meatloaf sandwiches for lunch anyone? But it doesn’t have to stop there. Take your meatloaf, slice it and warm it up in some tomato sauce. Serve it over cooked spaghetti […]
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