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An everyday mom shares her journey as a home style gourmet. Sharing food budgeting tips, articles on foods and cooking and delicious recipes that she uses and modifies to make her meals special.

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  • Stir Fry Thermos Lunch

    Posted on Thursday November 6th, 2008 at 09:58 in recipes, lunch, meals on the go, thermos meal

    What You Need: 1 tbsp olive oil + extra if needed during cooking 1 small zucchini, sliced into 1/4 in slices 1 small onion, wedged 1 (6 oz) can sliced mushrooms, drained 1 small red sweet pepper, cut into 2 in strips 2 C  fresh bean sprouts 1 tbs...

  • A Sunday Brunch Delight

    Posted on Saturday November 1st, 2008 at 11:45 in recipes, lunch, breakfast, ham, grill

    What You Need: 1 TBSP chili powder 1 tsp. oregano 1 tsp. light brown sugar 1/2 tsp cayenne 1/4 tsp pepper 1 2 1/2 lb center cut ham steak about 1 1/2 inches thick 1 TBSP unsalted butter, melted How to Make It: In a small bowl blend together th...

  • Mexican Bean and Rice Thermos Meal

    Posted on Wednesday October 29th, 2008 at 10:54 in recipes, Easy, lunch, rice, beans, thermos meal

    My oldest son loves this meal for lunch, its quick and easy can make it him self in the morning before school. And is very filling.  A side salad or some tortilla chips can be added for the perfect lunch. What You Need: 1/2 C canned black beans 1...

  • Halloween Ham Slices

    Posted on Monday October 27th, 2008 at 10:29 in recipes, lunch, halloween, kid friendly

    Looking for a fun lunch for your little ones to celebrate Halloween?  Or maybe a snack they can help you make? Try these fun Halloween ham slices Ingredients: 4 ham steaks 2 tablespoons of canola oil 2 pickles, cut into 4 long strips 4 black olives...

  • Thermos Chicken Chowder

    Posted on Saturday October 25th, 2008 at 10:48 in recipes, Chicken, lunch, thermos meal

    A kid favorite in our house in the Thermos Chicken Chowder What You Need: 1 tbsp canola oil 1 onion, chopped fine 2 tbsp flour 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning 1 1/2 C milk 1 c frozen hash browns 1 c corn, frozen 3/4 C chicken breast, cooked and cubed 1 ts...

  • Stewed Rhubarb Applesauce

    Posted on Tuesday October 14th, 2008 at 10:44 in recipes, snacks, lunch, side dish, snack

    If your looking for a change to the normal applesauce,  this recipe will change things up for you a little and the kiddos will love it. Perfect for lunches Stewed Rhubarb Applesauce What You Need: 4 c fresh rhubarb, cut into 1/2 in chunks 2 apple...

  • Brown Bag Lunch Sandwiches

    Posted on Tuesday October 7th, 2008 at 15:45 in lunch, sandwich, more on food

    At one time, everyone used to bring their lunch to work and to school. I loved to see what everyone else at the table had to contribute. Well, brown bag lunches are about to make a comeback. In light of the economic times, brown bag lunches represent...

  • Pepperoni Pizza in a Thermos

    Posted on Monday October 6th, 2008 at 10:28 in recipes, Pizza, soup, lunch, meals on the go

    Here is a super fun way to for your kiddo to have a yummy lunch.  And you can easily use any pizza toppings that you prefer. What You Need: 2 tsp canola oil 1 small onion, chopped fine 1 clove of garlic, crushed 1 (6 oz) can sliced mushrooms, dra...

  • Saucy Cinnamon Apple Cocktail

    Posted on Sunday October 5th, 2008 at 10:37 in apple, recipes, snacks, appetizer, lunch

    Every once in a while we are wanting something special to add to our lunch menu.  This is a yummy option What You Need: 1 TBSP lemon juice 2 C apple juice 2 cinnamon sticks 1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel 1/4 tsp. salt 2 Red Delicious apples, cored, pee...

  • Toasted Spicy Turkey Sandwich

    Posted on Tuesday September 16th, 2008 at 21:36 in Turkey, spicy, lunch, sandwiches

    Potlucks are loads of fun and a great way to try new foods.  Toasted Spicy Turkey Sandwiches is always a fun way to add a little spice to the ordinary foods found at most. What You Need: 1 tbsp fresh lime juice 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce ½ c mayonn...