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How to Make Homemade Gingerbread Man Cookies
Several years ago when our daughter was about 13 years old, we started a holiday tradition together. About 2 weeks before Christmas, we would spend an afternoon together baking gingerbread flavored holiday goodies.
When it comes to holiday baking, it just wouldn’t be complete without making some cute gingerbread man cookies. The follow recipe is pretty easy, although its not quick since you will be hand making your dough, rolling it out and then cutting out your cookie shapes.
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Homemade Treats the Easy Way – Host a Christmas Cookie Swap!
Do you love to give goodie bags or cookie trays full of homemade treats at Christmas? But do you get tired of all that baking?
A cookie swap may be the answer–you just invite several friends to make up their favorite recipes and get together and share! For example, if six of you bring six dozen cookies each, you will each take six dozen cookies home. But, instead of six dozen of the same cookie, you will have six different kinds of cookies.
Are you a working wife or mom? You can still host a cookie swap at work — have it in the breakroom and everyone can come taste on
their coffee break. Everyone should have a little fun at work sometimes!
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How to Make Chicken Stew in a Slowcooker
Crock Pot Chicken Stew Recipe
4 boneless/skinless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup corn kernels
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup chopped onions
Place all ingredients into crock pot (veggies at bottom). Cook on low for 7 hours.
Back to School Lunch Ideas
Thrifty and Healthy Back-to-School Lunchbox Ideas
To recharge them after a long morning and get them through the day, avoid sugary foods and provide at least one source of protein. Remember to pack a dairy product, use whole grains, and give them at least two veggie or fruit items.
Here are some simple ideas for keeping them healthy and strong while keeping your budget under control. Continue reading →