I am one who enjoys making the tried and true recipes, but I also enjoy making recipes of something that I would not normally think of. There are certain things I see in a grocery store or try at a restaurant and wonder “can I make that at home?” Typically I try and it’s…
Since we have decided to eat healthier, one of the things I STILL struggle with are sweets. I didn’t always consider myself to have a sweet tooth, though my teeth always seem to like sweets if they are available! And that is the exact problem. If we have leftover cookies, bars, or cake from a…
One of the hardest things I have had to change since we started eating healthier while eating more real food, is change our snacking habits. Before, it was way too easy to eat a few chips, a few crackers, a bowl of ice cream, or a slice of dessert. A 4th meal was a way…
Since we have decided to try and eat healthier, one area we really struggle with is snacking. I didn’t realize how often we grab a snack, whether it be right after getting home from work, or a 4th meal, we like easy grab-n’-go snacks. Unfortunately, before, we would often grab something unhealthy. That is one…
In an attempt to eat healthier in our home, I have been looking through my cookbooks and online for different “wholesome” recipes. We are big snackers in our home. At night we usually grab a snack and during the day, I have a hard time not eating a snack at around 3:00. It’s so easy…
Finally, one of the last “preps” that you can do to ensure a smooth transition into the school season, is being prepared when it comes to lunches. Think about how much money you spend on hot lunch for your child. Is it possible to save money and make their lunches at home? You are probably…
