This post was written by Beth Neels of Binky’s Culinary Carnival. Discover how you can make evaporated milk substitutes at home. Whether you’re facing an empty pantry or dietary constraints, we will uncover many alternatives for cooking and baking. We’ve all been there: You have your heart set on making that fudge, and you open […]
This post was written by Michelle Minnaar of Greedy Gourmet. Have you ever tried kung pao beef at your local Chinese restaurant? Well, the homemade kind is even better! A tantalizing twist on the Chinese classic kung pao chicken, this kung pao beef recipe is a sizzling stir fry sensation. Packed with flavor with a
This post was written by Devy Dar of So Yummy Recipes. Curries have captured people’s taste buds globally. They vary in their ingredients, spices, and herbs, tailored to local regions and culinary cultures. Here’s a glimpse into the types of curry from around the world. What’s in a Curry? “Curry” comes from the word “Kari,”
This post is written by Anika Jindal of What Anika Says. Although winning a lottery or inheriting money may lead to sudden affluence for some, it’s crucial to recognize that true and sustainable wealth typically stems from deliberate efforts in wealth-building endeavors. Crafting a solid financial plan, making savvy investment decisions, and avoiding common pitfalls
This post was written by Iva Ursano of On and Off Keto. What we eat directly impacts how we feel and function. Consuming nutrient-dense whole foods provides energy and vitality, while excessive processed carbs and sugar can drag us down. Most know that vegetables, lean proteins, and complex whole grains support health, but knowledge and
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I’m so committed to healthy snacks for kids, including after team sports, that I simply can’t just go with the flow and buy single-serve processed foods for the team. Every time it’s our turn to bring the after-game snack, I give my kids choices for healthy after-game snack ideas. Last baseball season, my 8-year-old, Gabe,
It seems inevitable that if your kids are in sports, they’re going to be served snacks by other kids’ parents. It also feels inevitable that the majority will be unhealthy snacks. It’s something that drives me crazy, and I know I’m not alone–because, as I’ve mentioned before, every time I bring this up on social
Need a new idea for a Friday Lenten meal or just a meatless Monday? Try this meatless lentil soup, which tastes an awful lot like sausage! I had the opportunity to attend an event recently where a vegan chef spoiled us with gorgeous and delicious foods. We had fewer legumes than I expected … lots
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Even though I write and teach about food, I don’t always post a lot of beautiful food photography on social media. However, it turns out that if I post simple photos like this or this: I get insane conversations on Instagram and Facebook. Those are just a few of our collected sports snacks that we
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Your kitchen is not only the heart of your home, but the most expensive part of a house! Whether you’re tackling a whole kitchen remodel or just buying a new range, avoiding mistakes feels so important – because the mistakes are too costly. We’ve been incredibly disappointed in the Thermador range we bought two years ago. As with all failure,
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I was talking to some friends the other day and one of them was very surprised that it was the more or less in the 1950s when processed foods began taking over America. She said that it felt like the 50s were so wholesome. Wasn’t everyone making homemade dinners back then? The 1950s definitely were
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The children set out to make coffee pancakes, which would have been a noble pursuit since the majority of the 12 adults in the household did not hide their passion for coffee. Had they chosen to use leftover liquid coffee in place of some of the water or milk in a pancake recipe, the experiment
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When you’re a real food family, it becomes clear that other households’ pantries, fridges, and freezers look very different from what your kids are used to. All sorts of processed foods exist out there that I simply never buy. Don’t get me wrong – we eat potato chips and looooove ice cream for dessert, so
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It’s finally happened! In the decade plus since I’ve been raising children with a green and crunchy mindset, thinking almost as much about the environment
People have been reading and loving this review since 2018, and it was last updated for accuracy in February 2025. See Part 2 on how to choose a reusable bag for yourself right here! Hi, I’m Katie, and I’m a reusable snack bag junkie. It’s true. Now that I’ve been using reusable sandwich and snack
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