I'm so excited that you decided to join me for the Home Organization Challenge. This challenge is about so much more than just organizing your home, it's about putting joy back in your life. One of the parts that I love most about this challenge is that I've included challenges for the kids as well. … [Read more...]
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32 Unusual Uses for Bananas
Bananas probably weren't a readily available item during WWII but if they were, I know that our grandmothers would have taken full advantage of them. The reason I decided to include them though is because I remember my grandmother having a recipe for banana pudding in her WWII household … [Read more...]
Household Tips: 26 Uses for Mint (WWII Series)
When I hear the word mint, it makes me think of tea, desserts, lamb and my favorite, Mojito's, but it has never made me think of any frugal living tips. That is until we started putting together this list of household uses for mint. Much to my amazement, one of my favorite herbs can do so much more … [Read more...]
25 Unusual Uses for Eggs (WWII Series)
Chickens and their eggs were very important during WWII, they were the main source of protein in many diets, due to the red meat shortage. The "Waste Not, Want Not" attitude that sprung from this era lead to a variety of unusual uses for chickens and eggs. This weeks WWII household tips celebrates … [Read more...]
Raspberry Spinach Salad with Candied Pecans
Raspberry Spinach Salad is a sweet and refreshing summer salad loaded with sweet raspberries, tangy cheese and candied pecans. Then tossed in a light, slightly tangy raspberry vinaigrette. … [Read more...]
Fried Green Tomatoes – w/Thyme Dip
Fried Green Tomatoes - a simple, southern delicacy made from unripe tomatoes, dredged in a flour mixture and fried. The slight sour flavor of the tomatoes works great with crunchy coating. Okay, I confess, I cheated. My intentions were good though. I went to the farmer's market to pick up … [Read more...]
All about Quinoa plus Some Delicious Recipes
Quinoa - It has a bit of a nutty flavor and the texture is kind of creamy, yet crunchy, it's similar in taste and texture to brown rice. It's considered to be a super food and it can be used in a variety of recipes. Picture by: The New York Times Are you familiar with Quinoa? When I first read … [Read more...]
Healthy Snacks – a fun guide for kids (and us)
Schools over, let the fun begin! For weeks I've been preparing a list of things to do with the kids: activities, trips, social events, all in an effort to keep them away from the TV and video games. After only one week of summer vacation I began finding a major flaw in my diabolical plan. There was … [Read more...]