Take time to clean out cupboards, the pantry, the fridge and the freezer regularly. Set a timer for 10 minutes each day. You might clean out a cupboard while dinner in cooking or go through the fridge before you clean … Continue reading
Create a kitchen command center. Include a weekly list of things to do around the house, reminders for school, appointments to make, a running grocery list and the family calendar. Each day, check for items that need to be handled … Continue reading
Still Tasty: Your Ultimate Shelf Life Guide. This site tells you how long your food is fresh. For instance, sliced deli turkey breast is fresh for 3-5 days in the refrigerator and for 1-2 months in the freezer. Good to … Continue reading
This week’s tip: Use Google to convert measurements. Simply type in the conversion you are looking for like “cups in gallon” and the answer comes up instantly. We’ve been making this recipe for years. It was from a Betty … Continue reading
I love to eat out but it is expensive! Go to restaurant.com to buy $25 gift certificates for just $10. Another Minneapolis site that offers deals is halfofftwincities.com. Note that many of these deals are $25 for 2-$25 gift certificates … Continue reading
Today's tip: Pick up or subscribe to food magazines like Martha Stewart’s Everyday Food or Food Network Magazine. They offer quick, healthy and delicious recipes and many also include shopping lists. We tried this recipe last night. It was in … Continue reading
This week’s tip: If you have kids at home during the summer, set up a schedule and structure to your day similar to how your kids’ school day is organized. My kids are usually home with me 2 days … Continue reading
Today's Tip: Relish! I came across this site and thought it looked like a great resource for busy people who are tired of eating the same thing. I know I am! From their website: “Relish! offers the plan to get … Continue reading
Today’s Tip: Hire some help. Deb Brown with Time Creators can give you more hours in your day. She offers personal assistant services and does things like grocery shopping, picking up dry cleaning, gift guying, mailing packages and more. Not … Continue reading
I have been eating Gluten and Dairy Free for about a month (with the rare exception of some extra sharp cheddar or bleu cheese). A girl can't give up everything! Oh, how I love cheese. I don't eat processed foods … Continue reading
