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Tips to Make Rice Krispie Easter Eggs
We learned through experience what to do when making the Rice Krispie Hidden Surprise Easter Egg Treats. These tips will…
Really Skinny Classy Cocktails with Zero Guilt! A Mom Needs This!
A classy cocktail without the guilt. I love a great cocktail, but there are many times when alcohol can’t be…
Irish Soda Bread Recipe for the Irish and Non-Irish Alike
Pinch me or Kiss me because I married Irish! I’m a Murphy! A nice big slice of Irish Soda Bread…
Make Green Popcorn to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
Green popcorn on St. Patrick’s Day – why not? Adding some green to our traditional snack favorites is a great…
Loyola, Michigan State and Baylor Fans Eat Green for March Madness
Show Team Spirit with Your Snack Foods on Game Day I’m going green. I’m actually going green and grey. My…
Pasta with Cauliflower – A Meat-Free Dish to Add to Your Lenten Recipes
Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent – the 40 days of reflection leading to Easter Sunday by Christians worldwide.…
Chicken Chutney Spread – Easy Crowd-Pleaser!
The Super Bowl is approaching, and March Madness will be here before you know it. Chips and dips will be…
KRAFT MILKBITE Milk & Granola Bars – Thumbs Up from the Taste Testers!
“Something yummy, Mom!” is what she wants. I gave them a taste test to see. I made her smile, even…
Going Skinny with Your Cocktails! Fabulous Cocktail Recipes that Won’t Stick to Your Thighs!
A cosmo, a delicious “skinny” cosmo…who’s interested? I know many of you are. Last weekend I hosted a BBQ and…
Zingers Deli – NY Deli Hits Streets of Boca
Zingers Deli – NY Deli Hits Streets of Boca Living out of the NY tri-state area doesn’t mean depriving oneself…
#SmartMamaLUTION #8 – Simple Delicious Dining, 20-Minute Lemon Chicken
In our quest to live healthier lives in 2012, a good, new recipe is always needed. This is a 20…
Portion Control Using Portioned Plates
A deck of cards, palm of your hand, length of your pinky… we use visualizations to help us with our…
Canned goods, food bags and more! Finding ways to help end hunger!
Last month our church provided a list outlining the specific food needs of typical migrant families in South Florida. The…
Black Beans and Rice, a Yummy Cuban Dish gets Bacon-ized!
Black beans and rice is one of the most served dishes in this house. Whether its canned black beans or…
What’s Dinnertime Like in Your Home? Battles or Harmony?
Sticky fingers? Crumbs, big & small, on the floor? Spilt milk? Does your dinnertime resemble this? Ok, it’s not thaaaaaaat…
Homemade Taco Seasoning – Easy and Cheap
Challenge: I want to make my own homemade taco seasoning! Thankfully, this is an easy and very affordable DIY to…
Silly Pasta Shapes – Become a pasta designer! Win a $100 AMEX card!
Silly Pasta Shapes – Become a pasta designer! Win a $100 AMEX card! I get so excited when I hear,…
100-Calorie Snack – Guacamole by Wholly Guacamole! Recipe Included!
I have found a new obsession. It’s only 100 calories, so I’m not feeling guilty about it! GUACAMOLE – specifically…
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Tis the season for chips and dips! Football season means easy foods to munch on as…
Ragú® Talks: No More Leftovers, It’s a Brand New Meal Now!
No More Leftovers, It’s a Brand New Meal Now! Meatloaf, roasted chicken, spaghetti & sauce…these are all common dinners in…
Interview with Celebrity Chef G. Garvin – Shares ways to make dinner prep easier!
Interview with Celebrity Chef G. Garvin – Shares ways to make dinner prep easier! Chef G. Garvin’s experience as a…
Coca-Cola #FamilyNight with Celebrity Chef G. Garvin, Smarty Pants Mama & more! Giveaways! Tues., 10/11 7-8PM EST
Coca-Cola #FamilyNight with Celebrity Chef G. Garvin, Smarty Pants Mama & more! Giveaways! Tues., 10/11 7-8PM EST Using Sunday afternoon…
Ways to Make After School Snacks Healthier!
Ways to Make After School Snacks Healthier! After school snacks can get junky and repetitive. Just as fast as our…
Balancing the Dinner Budget – Ragu Mom’s the Word on Dinner Asks
Balancing the Dinner Budget – Ragu Mom’s the Word on Dinner Asks Moms An on-the-budget dinner isn’t always so easy. …
Smart Food: Potluck of Produce, Chili Vegetable Ragout
Fresh local produce is something a Smart Mama LOVES! I’m sure you all agree! Whether you’re at a local farmer’s…