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February 26, 2013

First commercial and a great tip you’ll love to use in your kitchen!

Here is the first tip that I filmed when I was in Chicago!  I have been using the Reynolds Non-stick foil since I got home to line my pans.  It is the best!  Especially for roasted veggies.  Look specifically for the non-stick, it is the same price as regular! P.S.  Make … Read More »

February 25, 2013

These are a few of my favorite things…

This is not a sponsored post.  I just wanted to share with you some things that I've been loving lately in my kitchen!  What are your favorite things in the kitchen these days??? 1.  Shirley J Chicken Bouillon--it dissolves easily, is double concentrated so you only need half the … Read More »

February 22, 2013

Disney Cruise…a vacation for the kids AND the parents!

I don't often do posts that are non-food related but we had such a good time on the Disney cruise that we went on a couple of weeks ago that I had to share! Now, I've been on 10 cruises (yes, that's a lot, I know.  My husband is addicted and says that he works his second job so he can cruise 2 … Read More »

February 21, 2013

Cute note from the babysitter

The other night Greg and I went out with our friends and hired a sitter.  This is the note with her instructions on it.  She wrote the cute little note on it about this soup that I told her to eat for dinner.  What a nice compliment from a 13-year old! P.S.  Make sure … Read More »

February 21, 2013

Reynolds Real Moms Video

Vote for me each Wednesday HERE! Thanks so much for your support. … Read More »

February 20, 2013

Recipe for Mini Turkey Meatloaves (a 3-ingredient recipe)

(This post is part of the Reynolds Real Moms contest that I am a part of.   Please VOTE for me HERE!  Thanks so much!) The challenge:  make something that is family friendly using the Reynolds baking cups.  Use only ingredients that you have in your kitchen. As most moms … Read More »

February 19, 2013

Kitchen Tip Tuesday: Keeping your celery fresh longer

So many times I buy celery for one recipe and use one rib of it.  Then I forget about it in my fridge and it gets all limp and gross before I can use it again!  This is a trick I've learned and loved recently.  Just use foil and wrap up the celery tightly.  It will last about 3 … Read More »

February 15, 2013

Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole with Eggs, Sausage, Potatoes and Cheese

A yummy breakfast casserole to make when you have company or if you're hosting a brunch! Makes 4-6 servings Ideal slow cooker size:  3 quart (if you use a bigger size, it will take less time to cook) 1/2 lb ground sausage, browned and drained 6 eggs 1/2 cup milk Salt and pepper 1 lb … Read More »

February 13, 2013

The day my recipe was on Oprah.com

Karen's Bucket List: Cook a butt-load of slow cooker recipes Stay in a hotel room all by myself with chocolate and HGTV Go on a Disney cruise Be involved somehow with Oprah I'm pretty much done by now.  Sweeeeet. P.S.  Make sure to join in all the foodie fun on Twitter, Facebook … Read More »

February 13, 2013

Turkey, Tomato and Avocado Sandwich on Whole Wheat Toast

The best lunch ever!  A deliciously seasoned portion of turkey breast on top of whole wheat toast with tomatoes, avocado, dijon mustard, mayo and salt and pepper. Save for later on Pinterest  Review: My son and I both LOVE this sandwich.  He requests it for lunch most days of … Read More »

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