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Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. It has all the warm fuzzies of the holiday season without the financial pressure of buying gifts. Instead we’re focusing on family and gratitude. But there is the cost of Thanksgiving dinner to think about. After getting married, my in-laws suggested that we host the meal at our house. I’ve …
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If you are looking for a salad ingredient that will be both tasty and satisfying, you can’t do better than beans. Beans are rich in fiber, which is great for your digestion but they are also low in fat, which is perfect for those who are trying to watch what they eat. A nutritious, filling, …
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Meal prep Sunday saves my family’s sanity – and our grocery budget. We cook everything we’ll eat that week in just a few hours and then it’s like eating takeout every night of the week. But sometimes, it is hard to find recipes that reheat well. We love the convenience of make-ahead meals, but that …
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The grocery store is where I make some of my worst decisions. This was my big realization coming home from the grocery store one Tuesday morning in June. I was sweaty. I felt exhausted, frustrated, and grumpy. Dragging the boys around the store was a challenge and I had failed to keep our grocery budget …
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Also known as the witching hour, the 4 PM dinner rush can be stressful for anyone. It’s no secret that between homework, little league and ballet, dinner seems to get lost on the to-do list for any busy family. Having a plan for dinner when mealtime comes is a must for any mama who wants …
The fluorescent light in my fridge illuminated a bottle of Siracha, some mushy looking apples, a few questionable containers of leftovers and of course the peanut butter and jelly. Grocery day is about a week away and we still need to eat. And while I would never diss the classic PB&J, a week of the …
Last week, I wrote about how much I love apple season and what you can do with pick-your-own apples. But I’ve heard from some folks that they don’t like picking too many apples because they are afraid to can. That used to be me, guys. I thought canning was some super scary, complicated process. I …
Fall is here! Or, at least, I’m acting like it is here even though Connecticut has decided to turn into the tropics with 90-degree weather and 100% humidity. But as soon as the calendar hits September, my husband is ready for stews, chili, and hearty meals again. We love spring and summer for the fresh …
Apple season is upon us! I’m seriously giddy with excitement, and while it is still almost 90 degrees here in Vermont we’ve already been apple picking. (Don’t worry, we’ll go back when there is a proper nip in the air.) Each and every year we pick over a bushel of apples. Our favorite Vermont orchard …
In our family, grilling is a year-round activity. It doesn’t matter that we live in New England, we will dig our Weber out of 2 feet of snow to make the perfect ribs. But in the summer, outdoor cooking becomes our go-to. Since burgers and hot dogs would certainly get boring after a few days, …
