2013 Frugal Staycation Guide Who says you have to travel a long way to enjoy a fun vacation? There are plenty of fun, affordable family activities in your own back yard, many of which you may not have discovered yet. Recently, I joined forces … [Read more...]
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Cinco de Mayo Recipes for Kids (and Adults, too!)
Planning a fiesta and need some Cinco de Mayo recipes for kids? These are family-friendly kid-approved Mexican dishes we've tried out on our own families. Join in the discussion! Come suggest Mexican-Theme Dishes or view our Cinco de Mayo posts in … [Read more...]
Holiday Recipes: 25 Days of Christmas Treats
At Mommysavers, we know that Christmas Treats are a big part of holiday tradition and magic - for adults and kids alike! Last year, we brought you our first 25 Days of Holiday Treats post. This year, we're bringing you 25 more! Bookmark this page … [Read more...]
Hobo Adobo Foil Dinner
Are you familiar with the traditional hobo dinner? It's typically prepared with meat, potatoes and veggies and wrapped in foil. Our family normally makes them as campfire meals at the cabin. However, I decided to kick it up a notch and take my … [Read more...]
Copycat Recipe: The Cheesecake Factory’s Sweet Corn Tamale Cakes
The Cheesecake Factory is my favorite "nice" restaurant to eat at. It's pretty expensive, so we don't go often, but when we do I always order the same thing - the Sweet Corn Tamale Cakes. It's on the appetizer menu, but I order it as my entrée, … [Read more...]
One Recipe = Three Meals! Black Bean and Chicken Soup
One recipe = three meals! What could be easier or more convenient for a busy mom? Round one is a delicious, healthy, hearty soup. Round two and three (if you have enough left over) are a tortilla wrap sandwich and a Southwest casserole. Black … [Read more...]