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Fun and Festive Christmas Ideas

Erin Howard — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 20:25:15 +0000

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Unless you are running around like a chicken with your head cut off shopping, decorating, cooking, baking…need I say more! If you are like me, there just doesn’t feel like enough time no matter how much preparation and organization happens. On top of all that, you want [...]

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A Quick Thanksgiving Day Guide

ChiveCooking — Tue, 25 Nov 2014 23:01:51 +0000

Thanksgiving is usually my holiday. I host and I cook the majority of the food. Not because I have to, or am expected to, but because I’m a bit on the crazy side and really relish all aspects of Thanksgiving cooking. My organization skills get used, my culinary skills are used and best of all [...]

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12 Festive Easter Recipes You Must Try!

TheSaucyCulinarian — Tue, 15 Apr 2014 00:12:59 +0000

Easter is easily one of my favorite holidays of the year. On top of the already amazing reasons behind this great holiday, there are so many other wonderful events happening: spring is finally kicking in high gear with fresh, warm weather and sunshine; the adorable Easter attire children are dressed in; the soft pastel colors of decorations [...]

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Thanksgiving Survival guide

TheSaucyCulinarian — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 01:40:46 +0000

Thanksgiving. One of my favorite holidays. The enticing smells of a roasting turkey coming from the oven throughout the day; the traditional aromas of fresh rosemary, sage, and thyme permeating throughout the house; the menagerie of delectable delights piled high on a dinner plate; the smells of clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon while the pumpkin pie [...]

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An EASY Kale Chips Recipe for the Kids

Erin Howard — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 20:25:28 +0000

The GOOD – We Love Kale Chips These are my latest obsession. They’re the perfect alternative to chips, and they’re a superfood! There are a lot of good recipes for kale chips out there, but I’ve found these are my favorite. Any kale will taste great, but my favorite to use is curly [...]

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Healthy Green Smoothie Recipe For Kids and Adults

Erin Howard — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:46:18 +0000

This healthy smoothie has become a family favorite especially with my kids. My son comes home and begs for his spinach smoothie, as he calls it. If you have a hard time getting your kids to eat your veggies, give this healthy green smoothie recipe for kids a try. It is exceptional in the mornings [...]

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Superfoods! What Are They and How Do They Help?

Erin Howard — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 01:15:39 +0000

Okay so I know everyone is talking about these, but what exactly are they? These foods are said to help cholesterol, lower blood pressure, protect organs from toxins, promote digestive health, regulate metabolism, reduce risk of heart disease and cancer, prevent or reduce inflammation, are packed with vitamins and can even improve your mood. It [...]

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Eat Your Veggies!

Erin Howard — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 04:30:22 +0000

“Mom, I don’t like broccoli!” I know you don’t honey, but if you want to be like that super hero, then you have too. Don’t you want that special super power? I have had to get pretty creative being a mother of two. My five year old Cohen who I’m sure is going to be [...]

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A Healthy Kid Friendly Recipe – Spinach and Cheese Empanadas

Erin Howard — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 05:36:30 +0000

I’ve been on the hunt for great recipes lately. Most of my recipes have to meet my criteria of 1. They’re healthy 2. It’s something my kids (and my picky husband) will eat, and 3. They are easy to make. I also try to find simple recipes, without a million ingredients, so you don’t have [...]

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A Need or A Want? A Cast Iron Garlic Roaster

Erin Howard — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 05:07:28 +0000

When browsing today I stumbled across this Cast Iron Garlic Roaster, If there is one thing you will learn about me it’s that I love Garlic! Which also scares my husband from time to time, but it’s so worth it. This Garlic roaster is on my to get list as it looks amazing, and I [...]

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