Sometimes Less is More: Lessons From a 4-Year Old

There have been a couple experiences with my daughter lately that have taught me a lesson -- less is more.

The first one happened at the community easter egg... read more

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Thank You for Making Me a Mom!

Every Mother's Day, I give each of my children a copy of a favorite book to thank them for making me a mom. I write a special note to them... read more

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Pumpkin Pancakes

We love making pumpkin pancakes!

We add pumpkin mix (1 can) and a sprinkling of the following:
-- cinnamon
-- ginger
-- allspice
(~1tsp -- a... read more

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How to Properly Cut Asparagus Ends

I always thought you should cut off the ends of raw asparagus stalks before you cook them, but I recently learned there is a better way. Instead of cutting the... read more

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Shreading Chicken, Pork or Beef

It isn't fast, but it is so easy. I put my meat in my crock pot on low for 6-8 hours (chicken cooks a bit faster, between 4-6). After that... read more

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Dad is Great -- Let's Eat Chocolate Cake!

Yep and that is the reason "dad is a dad," because he is usually devoid of the mommy gene. And somehow the kids survive and love him for it. Go... read more

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Meal Starts: Crock Pot Easy Chicken

Open a bag of frozen chicken breast. Put them in the crock, no liquid needed. Set on low for the day. By dinner time they are ready. You can make... read more

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Salmon: Fast, easy and not dried out!

I always buy the salmon fillets. Simply wash the fillet then place it on a sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle with olive oil, a bit of lemon juice and add... read more

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Creme Brulee French Toast

1 stick unsalted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons corn syrup
An 8-9 inch round loaf country-style bread
5 large eggs
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Easy Meal Planning

I love the "Make a Mix Cookbook." It has completely re-vamped and simplified my meal planning and cooking.

Once a month I make the "chicken mix," the "meat mix"... read more

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