Category Archives: Cooking Tips and Tricks

Meal List

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Cheri

I’ve been asked several times in the past couple weeks for our family’s meal list. See, I wrote a list of all the meals we actually eat. Not the ones in the cookbook, not the ones that we’ve tried, but … Continue reading →

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Four Tricks to Save Time, Money, Energy, and Sanity

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Cheri

There seem to be 4 things that I never have enough of and always seem to be running out of: Time, Money, Energy, and Sanity. That’s why when I can stumble on tricks to save one or all of those … Continue reading →

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Coconut Oil Follow Up–
includes chocolate so read on

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Sunny

I know I wrote about coconut oil before, but I had to add some things and change my opinion on other things because of what I’ve learned since. First of all, I have tried several different brands of coconut oil, … Continue reading →

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Spice up School Lunches

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Janae

I don’t know if you’re like me, but it seems like after a few weeks of school, I am out of ideas for my kids’ school lunches. I can’t seem to think of anything besides PB and J and they’re … Continue reading →

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And the Winner is…

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Cheri

Jenn M.! In response to “Why You?” she wrote “They’re brilliant and I want to try it!” While the results were completely random, thanks for thinking they’re brilliant! We know you will love them. Thank you for participating in our … Continue reading →

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GIVEAWAY! Back to School Essentials: SqueeZurts

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Cheri

LIKE SqueeZurts on Facebook! It’s time for school, which means it is time for school lunches! This year, send a little fun (and a lot of nutrition) to school with your child with SqueeZurts: The ORIGINAL Reusable, Refillable Squeeze Snack … Continue reading →

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Baby Food Maker Machine

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Heidi
magic bullet

Baby food jars can cost between $.40 to $1.50 (if you’re in Hawaii). Why not make baby food from the food you have at home? Magic Bullet Blender Baby Bullet Blender My sister Cheri told me about the Baby Bullet, … Continue reading →

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Keeping Kids Hydrated

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Janae

It’s summertime. The temperatures are rising, the sun is beating down, the kids are endlessly running and playing outdoors, and it is hot! It’s the perfect recipe for dehydration. Generally, around this time of year, I am constantly washing cups … Continue reading →

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Semi-Homemade Pizza Trick

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Cheri

Do you love homemade pizza but don’t feel confident in making the dough? Or maybe you don’t have the time? If so, here’s a little trick. Check with your local Costco or Sam’s Club to see if their Food Court … Continue reading →

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Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Cheri

Two questions for you: 1. Do you know someone who has a gluten intolerance or has Celiac disease? 2. Are you ready for the easiest recipe in the world? We have quite a few friends who cannot eat gluten and … Continue reading →

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