February is deemed the month of love all because of one day – February 14th. Valentine's Day is the day dedicated to making sure those you love know you love them. But when you think about it, shouldn't that happen every day? I say YES! So here are ten simple ways to say, "I love you" any day of the week: Make a favorite dessert. My hubby's favorite dessert is cheesecake. Since I have … [Read more...]
No More Boring Breakfasts! How to Make Easy Jelly Rolls, Cereal Bars, Egg Casserole & More!
February 6 by · 30 Comments
Does anyone else out there hate the ho-hum boring nature of breakfast? I mean really, how many eggs, stacks of pancakes, or yogurt can one person be expected to eat? B.O.R.I.N.G. I personally get sick of the same old breakfast routines so I try to find new, exciting recipes to liven up the breakfast table. Like a hearty and colorful scrabbled egg, filled with green, red, and yellow peppers, … [Read more...]
Let’s Party! **Easy Entertaining Tips** (Plus:Easy Chocolate Recipes!)
January 30 by · 19 Comments
I love to entertain. There is something very satisfying to me when I open my home to others. True, there is some work involved. You have to plan a little and be prepared, but it does not have to be stressful. In fact, entertaining can be as easy as 1-2-3! Whether you are serving up coffee, a full meal, or some simple desserts, entertaining can be a pleasant experience! Here are some quick tips to … [Read more...]
How to Make Breakfast Pizza & Chocolate Donuts (Plus Making it Educational)
January 23 by · 28 Comments
How To Make Simple Breakfast Pizza and Chocolate Donuts With The Kids. Plus Make Cooking Educational For Preschoolers! I love preschool fun…I think more than my preschooler! Our letters the last two weeks have been D and P and let me tell you, there are a lot of D and P foods you can use for these letters. Let's take some time to whet our appetite. Think about a scrumptious Deep-Dish … [Read more...]
Cooking With Kids: How to Make Granola Snacks & Easy Calzones
January 17 by · 7 Comments
How To Make Granola and Easy Calzones With The Kids by: D (Deanna) of SpotLight316 Ministries I am Deanna. All my friends call me D, so you can too! I am a wife, mom, and friend who wears many different hats. My primary role is that of wife and mom. I found the proverbial “beauty from ashes” in my own broken world and it is these very struggles that drive me to provide a space … [Read more...]
How To Make Gluten Free Buffalo Sweet Potato Pizza
January 3 by · 2 Comments
Gluten Free Buffalo Sweet Potato Pizza Recipe By Lauren Wuscher of Lauren David Style Stylish, Allergen Free Party Planning Without Breaking the Bank THE CRUST 3/4c white rice flour 1/4c + 2 tbsp potato starch 2 tbsp tapioca starch 1 tsp xanthan gum 2/3c rice milk 2 eggs 1 tsp salt 1 1/2 tsp Italian spices 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp red pepper flakes (you don’t have to add this in, … [Read more...]
DIY: Microwave Popcorn in a Paper Bag (Cheap & Easy )
December 21 by · 24 Comments
The other night I wanted popcorn and found that we were out of oil. Yes I have one of those unhealthy round popcorn poppers that requires oil. :) So my daughter and I got creative. Here is what we got together: 1 lunch paper bag Scotch tape 1/4 cup pop corn bowl … [Read more...]
Mexican Chicken In The Crock Pot (Creative Recipes For Moms)
November 21 by · 1 Comment
Mexican Chicken in the Slow Cooker This week's recipe is for yummy Mexican Chicken using Sharon's recipe from Mom On Dealz! This recipe is quick and perfect for when you want to use ingredients from your pantry. For instance I only had one can of black beans so I used a can of red beans to substitute for the second can and it tasted great! Plus the chicken comes out so moist and juicy that it … [Read more...]
Create a Green Bean Casserole Super Cheap With Coupons & Deals This Week
November 16 by · 1 Comment
Thanksgiving at our house is about being with family and EATING! We all know that all the food can get expensive but if you plan ahead you can save a lot! Here are some hot prices I found this week that can help stay in your Thanksgiving budget. The green bean casserole will be inexpensive to throw together with savings on Green Giant canned veggies, Cream of mushroom and French fried … [Read more...]
Amazing Chocolate Truffles Recipe
October 26 by · 1 Comment
Amazing Chocolate Truffles This week's recipe of the week is brought to us by Pam from The Thrifty Things. This week I wanted to highlight how cooking frugally can still be delicious. Here's a wonderful recipe for chocolate truffles I found several months ago. With the holidays approaching these would make great gifts or treats for Holiday parties. … [Read more...]
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