Today's Meatless Monday was a clean out the cupboard meal. We had some Middle East mixes in the cupboard so they became tonight's feast. We had the Manischewitz Falafel and Hummus mixes and a Near East Taboule. My father visited the Middle East several times when I was growing … [Read more...]
Two Cents Tuesday: Muffin Tin Sorter and Server
Ever need a bunch of little bowls in the kitchen and not have enough. Yeah, that was me a couple of weeks ago when I was trying to get Grace's Rainbow Cake done. I need to sort the jelly beans by color. I knew I had like 6 or 8 glass bowls but I also have SIX little hands in the … [Read more...]
Two Cents Tuesday: Saving Seeds
Do you have plans to plant a garden next Spring? You can start thinking about that now! If you get a fruit or vegetable you love, you can save the seeds and plant them next year. Saving seeds can be a big budget saver as seed packets can be $1-5 depending on the variety and brand … [Read more...]
Two Cents Tuesday: Seasoning Blend
We all do it. You're looking for something to give our food that little something extra. So, you start looking in the spice aisle. There is just so much to choose from that it can be pretty overwhelming. Then you see it...there towards the bottom...in that fancy packaging … [Read more...]
Two Cents Tuesday: Meat Tenderizer
Some days are pretty tough. The kids might make huge messes; laundry may have piled up; doctor's appointments; dance classes....you name it. On those days, I find it difficult to want to cook much of anything. However, I still want to be able to put something healthy onto the … [Read more...]