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For the last couple of years I’ve been “snack mom” for one of my kids fall sports teams. And if there is one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s after being outside in the cold for hours, kids want a hot meal. As a parent you can pack all the granola bars, fruit roll Read More >>
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You don’t need an oven. You don’t need any baking skills. You don’t need any fancy ingredients. You do need a sweet tooth though. And the ability to stir. Those are pretty much the only requirements for these cookies. Sounds perfect to me! Ingredients 1/2 cup butter 2 cups sugar 1/2 cup milk 4 tablespoons Read More >>
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One of the biggest chunks of my food budget, is meat {and unless you are a non-meat eater, I’m sure you’re in the same boat}. While you can shop sales and markdowns, or barter with neighbors, one of the best ways to save on meat is buying in bulk. This time I picked up 40lbs Read More >>
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I love it when I get questions in my inbox! I recently received an email from reader Erin with a great question: Are apples able to be stored for the winter? I figured since we’re in the height of apple picking season, she’s probably not the only reader with that question. The simple answer is Read More >>
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I was walking around the garden yesterday and spotted a few Tri-Star strawberries and decided to snap some pictures to show you what’s growing in our backyard garden right now. We live in Western Washington and usually don’t get freezing temps until around the beginning to mid November, so even though it doesn’t look like there Read More >>
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Before you make these savory biscuits with sun dried tomatoes and herbs, let give you a small warning. These will be gobbled up so fast, you may not get one. Or at least that’s what happened the first time I made them. I had made these early one morning and left to go run errands Read More >>
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If you’re dreading the sugar overload that always comes with Halloween, check out these healthy Halloween treat alternatives. They are so easy to make I probably don’t even need to give you instructions because just looking at the picture should do. And they only take 2 healthy ingredients. Also, they are so cute you’ll be Read More >>
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With winter approaching {gasp!}, it’s time to start thinking about being prepared for crazy weather fluctuations. Having a 72 hour kit that is more or less centered around your climate is a pretty smart practice, I think. It’s peace of mind–so when the power goes out or a storm keeps you off the roads, you’re Read More >>
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