Before I started freezer cooking, I didn’t know that I was missing out on healthier meals, less time in the kitchen, lower grocery bill, less gas wasted in the drive thru lane, overall food bill lowered too, my husband and kids loved the added variety of these new meals. I was desperate to free up mental space, time, money spent on fast food. And I wanted to protect the … [Read more...]
I Should Have Done This 2 Years Ago…but everything in it’s due time, right?!
When I shared the first ever "20 meals" plan using ingredients from Costco back in September 2013, I had no idea that it would "go crazy" like it did. That page has been shared over a million times (the number counts aren't accurate because we had to change the pages around at one point to avoid some issues, so the count started over!) This is the website traffic on the … [Read more...]
When It Comes to Meal Planning…Are you Type A, Type B or Type “None”?
I'd be lost without my meal plan. Cheesy, yes...I know. But so so so true. My meal plan is like the life preserver for my sanity. It keeps me from feeling like I'm drowning every afternoon. It keeps me from worrying about dinner throughout the day, and whether or not I need to stop in for ingredients we need. (Because the thought of having to run into the store with … [Read more...]
It’s About Time!!! New 20 Meals Plan Available…get the scoop below!
I know, I know...it's been awhile. Actually, it's been 6 months. (Not that I'm counting or anything.) If you're not sure what I'm referring to, it's been about 6 months since we shared a "20 meals freezer cooking plan." There are a few reasons... I've been focused on spinning off and launching the FreezEasy website - which (if you haven't heard yet) is the new brand … [Read more...]
What are your “bad habits” in the grocery store?
Can I ask you something personal? Can I ask you about your bad habits...specifically about your bad grocery shopping or grocery spending habits? I know you probably don't want to think about your bad habits...or even want to change them. But when you do make changes to your grocery planning routine before you get to the store...and your shopping habits when you are in … [Read more...]
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
My son Charlie has declared these the perfect Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. He's not a fan of chocolate chip cookies. Which I make often. So I find myself making a batch of oatmeal raisin cookies for Charlie and my husband. (Charlie is Steve's mini-me in so many ways...looks, personality, they are both early bird morning people, they don't like chocolate chip cookies but do like … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Rosemary Artichoke Chicken Thighs
It's amazing how just a few ingredients can be so delicious. Seriously. Sometimes I marvel at the power of food...and how it is cooked...and how flavors mingle together...into the perfect meal. This Artichoke chicken is phenomenal. And I think it's because the dark meat chicken is slow cooked all day...soaking in the flavors of the artichokes, the rosemary and the … [Read more...]
NEW! 6-Week Summer Slow Cooker Meal Plan…Now Available!
Looking forward to those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer??? Don't want to stress about dinner? Or feel guilty about your kids having cold cereal for dinner every other night??? We’ve put together an special new "Summer Slow Cooker Meal Plan" designed to create delicious, wholesome meals without a ton of fuss and bother, and without heating the house up! This meal plan is … [Read more...]
Picky Eater “Swaps”
{Pin the Picky Eater Swaps & Tips List!} As a mom, it's my job to nourish and feed my little people. It's instinctual. It's primal, if you will. When it comes to the world of food, there are few things more frustrating and maddening than being the mother of a picky eater. Why? Because your child being a picky eater rubs up against that instinctual and primal desire to … [Read more...]
How I “Time Block” in the Kitchen to Keep Up With My Hungry Family!
They say that the kitchen is the heart of home and that is certainly true in our home. I think that planning "time blocks" in the kitchen is one of the most important keys to keeping my home running smoothly, keeping "one step ahead" of myself, and not feeling like I'm drowning as I keep up with the never ending food needs of my 4 boys. When things aren't going well in the … [Read more...]