You’ve heard me say it before; planning ahead helps you save loads of money. During the holiday season that isn’t true for just gifts – it’s true for meals as well. The weeks before Christmas and … [Read more...]
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Designate a Family “Holiday Time-Out” Night
Does it seem like you’re too busy this time of year to really sit back and enjoy your own family? Is The Most Wonderful Time of the Year turning into the most stressful time of the year? It’s … [Read more...]
Copycat Recipe: Magnolia Bakery Red Velvet Cupcakes
Recently, I made it my goal to duplicate the world-famous red velvet cupcakes served up at the Magnolia Bakery in New York City. They've been around since 1996 and quickly gained popularity. When we … [Read more...]
How to Make German Spaetzle Noodles
How to Make German Spaetzle Noodles Spaetzle is a German egg noodle with the consistency of a dumpling and is used in many ethnic dishes. They're traditionally part of the cuisine in Austria, … [Read more...]
Ten Thrifty Ways to Use a Food Saver
In my book, Instant Bargains: 600+ Ways to Shrink Your Grocery Bills and Eat Well for Less, I mention several appliances that have the potential to save money and eventually pay for themselves. The … [Read more...]
Beecher’s Mac and Cheese Copycat Recipe (Featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things)
Beecher's World's Best Mac and Cheese My eleven-year-old daughter recently watched the latest episode of Oprah - you know, the one where she lists her favorite things. Never mind the cool … [Read more...]