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How to Prepare and Pack Freezer Smoothies for School Lunches: Eat Well, Spend Less

Shaina · August 7, 2013 · 32 Comments

How to Prepare and Pack Freezer Smoothies for School Lunches via FoodforMyFamily.com

We're talking about the ins and outs of freezer smoothies that are practically packable for school lunches for this month's back-to-school Eat Well, Spend Less. Everything is back-to-school this month. While my kids don't go back until after Labor Day, I know that in some … [Read more...] about How to Prepare and Pack Freezer Smoothies for School Lunches: Eat Well, Spend Less

Filed Under: Money-Saving Tips, School Lunches, Timesaving Secrets Tagged With: eat well spend less, school lunches

Eat Well, Spend Less: 5 Ways to Save Time Making Family Dinners

Shaina · October 20, 2012 · 139 Comments

This month for Eat Well, Spend Less we're looking at saving time in the kitchen. See how I tackle the family dinner debacle and win a copy of Jessica's new book: Not Your Mother's Make-Ahead and Freeze Cookbook. The time is four o'clock. Children have arrived from school. … [Read more...] about Eat Well, Spend Less: 5 Ways to Save Time Making Family Dinners

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A Bit About Makin’ Bacon

Shaina · February 18, 2012 · 18 Comments

How to make crisp and evenly cooked bacon in the oven without all the grease splatters and mess of frying it on the stove. Pin It Bacon. Have you ever noticed that bacon has the ability to instantly trigger a response in your brain? Its salty goodness reaches to the recesses … [Read more...] about A Bit About Makin’ Bacon

Filed Under: Homemade Pantry, Recipes, Timesaving Secrets

Preparing for a Backyard Barbecue: Tips, FREE eBook and a Dutch Oven for You!

Shaina · May 20, 2011 · 256 Comments

Getting ready to grill for a group? We have you covered, with tips for preparing, a free barbecue e-cookbook and downloadable printables to keep you organized. Oh, and we may also throw in a pretty snazzy giveaway as well. We're getting ready to host a backyard barbecue this … [Read more...] about Preparing for a Backyard Barbecue: Tips, FREE eBook and a Dutch Oven for You!

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Quick School Lunch Tip: Peach Freezer Smoothies

Shaina · October 6, 2010 · 75 Comments

I tend to get a bit greedy with peaches, as in I buy them by the crate. Last week I realized I was either going to need to eat the remaining 5 pounds I had still to get through that hadn't been processed to freeze or eaten fresh or baked into muffins. I knew I needed to get … [Read more...] about Quick School Lunch Tip: Peach Freezer Smoothies

Filed Under: Breakfast, Recipes, School Lunches, The Kitchen Sink, Timesaving Secrets Tagged With: brown bag lunches, cooking tips, easy school lunches, lunch ideas, peach smoothies, Recipes, school lunch ideas, smoothie recipe, strawberry-peach smoothie, timesaving tips

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Hello, I'm Shaina. Food for My Family is where I share recipes, tips, opinions, and my philosophy on food as Ole and I strive to teach our four children how to eat well: seasonally, locally, organically, deliciously, and balanced. [Read more...]

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