Quick and easy meals are how I get dinner on the table for my busy family! This Chicken Tomato Pasta cooks up quickly in the microwave. Yes, I know not everyone has a Deep Covered Baker from Pampered Chef, but those of us who do are always looking for more easy microwave recipes. I use …
Did you receive gift cards this holiday season? Every year, millions of dollars in pre-paid gift cards go to waste, meaning they’re never redeemed. Learn the best ways to use gift cards so you don’t lose that money. Are you guilty of that? I’ve done it over the years! I even have a particular place …
This Spinach Stuffed Shells recipe is one of my favorite vegetarian meals. And, it’s one of my favorite meals to double and freeze! Spinach Stuffed Shells Several times a year, I’ll plan a little time aside to prepare some freezer meals so that we’ll have healthy options to eat during very busy times (like the …
With all the parties and potlucks happening this month, you want to spend your time relaxing and enjoying yourself, not stressing out about what to bring. I have a great idea for you: combine store-bought holiday appetizers with something homemade. It’s a compromise that works for me, plus it saves a lot of time and …
As we’re beginning a new season, I’ve updated my monthly meal list with more winter-appropriate recipes. These 30 Easy Winter Meals are our family’s favorite soups, casseroles, slow cooker meals and more! This time around, I grouped the meals by the categories I use: vegetarian, chicken, beef and pork. Learn more about how to work your …
Mind mapping is a technique used for brainstorming–it’s something I learned in a blogging course called Content Brew–but I’m finding it really useful for meal planning as well! If you’re feeling like you’re in a rut with your menus, and you need a little shake-up, give menu plan mind mapping a try. Give each category (in …






