Busy Family Meal Planning

July 4th, 2008

Question of the month: What’s your favorite marinade?

Grilling Sauce from Hannaford’s
Do you pour it straight from the bottle, or do you mix your own? My friend Dan, part of our infamous Grill Team, marinates his steak tips in Wishbone Robusto Italian salad dressing. They’re terrific. Me? I tend to use spice rubs on the meat and then add […]

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July 4th, 2008

Foodie blogging round-up!

13 Foods Children Can Make & Learn About Cookbooks
Cooking and cookbooks played a role in my childhood and my daughter’s. I try to pass this enjoyment of cooking on to other youngsters.
A Cool Summer Party Treat: Watermelon Sandwich Cookies
Watermelon sandwich cookies make a cool frosty summer watermelon treat
A Healthy Cocktail for […]

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July 2nd, 2008

Ckeck out this edition of Carnival of the Recipes

I’ve just learned about this wonderful foodie carnival, and was able to share one of my marinades.  There’s a plethora of great recipes there, so I’d definitely suggest a visit  :-)
New Hampshire State of Mind is hosting this edition, and we thank him!
Tags: easy recipes, family meals, healthy cooking, healthy eating, healthy recipes, meal planning, […]

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June 27th, 2008

Foodie blogging round-up

Low Salt in the Diet
Tips for decreasing the amount of salt you use in your recipes and diet from Mary Emma Allen’s “Country Kitchen” column.
Some Winning Weighs with Olive Oil
Do you know about the health and weight benefits of olive oil? Jean shares some ways to incorporate more olive oil into your diet.
Tags: easy […]

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June 6th, 2008

Foodie blogging round-up!

Finger Foods for Alzheimer’s Patients
Getting Alzheimer’s patients to eat can be a challenge. Try “finger” foods.
Great Things to Know about Whole Grains
We all know that whole grains are good for us, but do you know some of the latest findings?
Plan An Ice Cream Party This Summer
Use homemade ice cream, and set up a sundae […]

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June 4th, 2008

Do you know the Sneaky Chef?

Missy Chase Lapine is the Sneaky Chef. Why? Because she specializes in sneaking vegetables into foods, sneaking the fat out, and sneaking good healthy foods onto the plates of your picky eaters! She’s worth a visit. Here’s a sample of what you’ll find there:
Fettuccine Don’t Be Afraid-O
Healthy fettuccine Alfredo? Tackling […]

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May 30th, 2008

Foodie blogging round-up

50 Fun Summer Dessert Ideas
Dessert ideas for your next summer gathering, or party…or just for fun.
Busy Family Meals
Throw a couple of shrimp on the barbie…but not until you read about this marinade!
Easy Chicken Enchiladas with Avocado/Corn Salsa
Here’s a real easy meal even the kids will love. The enchiladas can be prepared ahead and […]

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May 23rd, 2008

Foodie blogging round-up

9 Quick Vegetable Grilling Tricks
Some easy grilling tricks for your garden veggies
Busy Family Meals
Would you like to try a sample pack of the new Bountifuls salad dressings? Comment on the post for a chance to win!
Candied Blossoms
Gather up those (edible) spring blossoms to decorate your next cake. Eileen tells you how.
Food Ideas from […]

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May 19th, 2008

Introducing…

Tracey Thompson, of Foodie Obsessed!

Tracey’s blog is full of great recipes and industry news for those of us who just can’t get enough! Tracey’s preferred title is “The All-Powerful Wizard of Everything…a.k.a ‘MOM’”! This gives you a clue into her delightful sense of humor and entertaining writing style. To tempt you further, Tracey […]

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May 16th, 2008

Foodie blogging round-up

HG, You Go Girl!
Jean reviews Hungry Girl’s new recipe book. It blasted onto the NY Times Best Sellers List as #2!
Healthy Eating - Sometimes Challenging for the Home Business Owner
Mary Emma Allen, at Home Biz Notes, shares ideas on how the time pressed home business owner , or anyone, can eat better/
Publish […]

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