Cooking for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet Cookbook Giveaway

Specific Carbohydrate Diet

At our house we are working to cut some of the carbohydrates in our diet, not completely, but just trying to make note of what we are shoving in our mouths and trying to make healthier choices in favor of less processed foods. Since doing so, I have realized that I might have an aversion to gluten and would like to try to watch my intake on that as well. I recently had the chance to review Cooking … [Read more...]

Superfoods Kitchen Cookbook Review

Superfoods Kitchen Cookbook

My hubby has been on a superfoods kick for awhile now, but it has mostly been by eating a TON of blueberries and nuts. We didn't really think about trying to get it into our entire diet and making it more than just snacks. With the Superfoods Kitchen cookbook - you not only get a bunch of recipes using superfoods, but the author, Julie Morris, really lays out what a superfood kitchen should look … [Read more...]

Broccoli, Cheese and Rice Casserole Recipe

Broccoli, Cheese and Rice Casserole Recipe

Cheese lovers rejoice!  Here is a way to make vegetables absolutely delicious.  I originally got this recipe from my friend's mom.  She makes it at every family party of theirs and we all just flip out.  Now I make it for my own family and it's always a huge hit. Broccoli, Cheese and Rice Casserole Recipe [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:28] Since this makes such an enormous batch, it's great for … [Read more...]

Hamilton Beach Slow Cooker Sweepstakes

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SWEEPSTAKES: Hamilton Beach Slow Cooker Sweepstakes AllFreeSlowCookerRecipes.com and Hamilton Beach have teamed up and are giving away a Hamilton Beach 6 Quart Programmable Stovetop Slow Cooker. WHO CAN ENTER: US and Canada SWEEPSTAKES EXPIRES: 01/05/2013 PRIZE(S): Four lucky winners will receive a 6 Quart Programmable Stovetop Slow Cooker valued at $80. CLICK TO ENTER THIS … [Read more...]

Cooking with Fisher Nuts Recipe

cooking with nuts

Cooking with nuts is not something I have done very often.  Fisher Nuts and Chef Alex Guarnaschelli have some recipes and suggestions for cooking with nuts this holiday season.  It's amazing how simple twists to traditional recipes by adding nuts can add so much flavor. Here is one of Alex's recipes that I tried and it was delicious.  I plan to bring it as a side dish for Christmas dinner.  … [Read more...]

300 Sensational Soups Cookbook Review

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Soups are great for this time of year!  It is getting closer to winter, and in most places (at least where I live), it is getting colder. In my house, when it gets colder, we tend to go for more comfort foods - things like hot chocolate, chili, soups - but then sometimes, my soup variety gets boring. What a perfect time to practice my soup making! And not just soup from a can - but 300 … [Read more...]

Campbell’s Skillet Sauces Review

skillet sauces

Sauces can be a quick way to make a boring meal exciting.  Have you ever gotten home - with all kinds of good intentions to make a homemade meal and then when it comes to making it, you give up and call for take out? Even if you say "no" - you have to admit you have thought about it! Campbell's has introduced new Skillet Sauces in SIX different varieties. All you need to do is add 1lb of chicken … [Read more...]

Cooking with Crock Pot Seasonings

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Crock Pot Seasonings has a great line of seasonings to make life even simpler than a meal in a Crock Pot - now you do not even have to think about what to make, you get a packet of seasonings, you follow the recipe on the back, and TA DA! Dinner. Easy Crock Pot Cooking I was sent a brand new Crock Pot to try out the seasonings from them, I was sent BBQ Pulled Pork, Hearty Beef Stew, and Savory … [Read more...]

Quick and Easy Anytime Recipes

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This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Kraft Foods. All opinions are 100% mine. I am always on the hunt for quick and easy recipes.  My schedule was a mess before I started school, FULL TIME, so now mealtime is just a nightmare.  I barely have time to do the shopping, let alone the cooking! Recipes With a gazzilion recipes out there, I would like to thank Pinterest for making … [Read more...]

Cooking with Love Recipes Cookbook Review

cooking with love recipes

Cooking With Love recipes by Carla Hall - Co-Host on ABC's The Chew and "Fan Favorite" on Bravo's Top Chef All-Stars - brings some comfort food home for you. The book has tons of love and family stories packed into each recipe - and each of the recipes bring southern comfort into your kitchen. Recipes and Tips from Carla Hall For the most part - I think the recipes in the book look … [Read more...]