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The Perfect Pumpkin Cookies

It’s a virtual pumpkinpalooza in our home. Last week it was all about pumpkin seeds. Then, we made pumpkin pizza, pumpkin waffles, and pumpkin muffins to take to various Halloween parties. Now, we’re moving on to pumpkin cookies. If you are looking for an easy dish to pass at a Thanksgiving-related party, or if you need to bring a seasonal dessert to a November playgroup (like me), I highly recommend the following delicious recipes. Both are for Pumpkin Cookies, though they have decidedly different flavors and textures. The first recipe calls for pumpkin, plus the added bonus of chocolate chips … Continue reading →

Jazzed Up Pumpkin Desserts

Looking for a way to jazz up your Thanksgiving dessert table while still keeping with an autumnal theme? Then, consider the following pumpkin recipes. Both desserts are simple to prepare and travel well in case you opt to make them as your contribution to Thanksgiving dinner at grandma’s house. CHOCOLATE PUMPKIN CRUNCH DESSERT PIZZA Ingredients: 1 19-ounce pre-made ball of pizza dough 3 cups pumpkin puree, or canned pumpkin 1 cup brown sugar 1 1/4 cup Nestle Crunch Bar pieces 1 cup half and half 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon black pepper 1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar 1 1/2 cup small … Continue reading →

Pumpkin Pizza

If begging were an Olympic event my young daughter would have more gold medals than Michael Phelps. The day before Halloween she saw a jack-o’-lantern shaped pizza complete with a pepperoni mouth, olive eyes and a mozzarella cheese nose. Once she saw it she refused to leave the store without it. I told her we could make the same pie at home for half the price. No dice. The entire time we were in the store she badgered, begged and pleaded for the pizza. Long story short, we left without the pizza. However, I did promise her that we would … Continue reading →

Halloween Photo Tips—Shooting Your Little Pumpkins

Now that you know how to capture great shots of your Jack-O-Lanterns let’s discuss ways you can snap winning shot of your littlest pumpkins. Mine is dressing up as a monkey this year complete with a stuffed banana and curly tail. Given that grandma and grandpa live 5,000 miles away, it’s vital that I document the upcoming costumed festivities properly. The following tips are ones that have helped me capture memorable Halloween memories over the years: Shoot Early. My mom would not allow us out of the house on Halloween night without getting a group shot first. The No. 1 … Continue reading →

This Food Blogger Needs YOUR Help

It’s not secret the holidays are just around the corner. It’s no secret you may be about to plan your first or fiftieth holiday feast at your house. It’s no secret everyone on your guest list will be looking forward to devouring your scrumptious food. But wait? You don’t know how to cook a turkey? You’ve never boiled a potato? And what the heck is a green bean casserole, you ask? First let me tell you, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a new or seasoned cook, there is always some dish you’ve never prepared. Good cooks don’t start out knowing … Continue reading →

Breakfast Items that Freeze Well

One of the ways to save money is by avoiding the expensive cost of breakfast. You may be overspending on this important meal if you rely on convenience items, such as dry cereal, individual oatmeal packets, and store-bought frozen breakfast items, from sandwiches to pancakes. To reduce your spending in this area, consider preparing your own breakfast items and freezing them for later use. This way, you will always have a ready breakfast at hand, no matter how hectic the morning turns out to be. You can approach preparing freezer breakfast items in at least two different ways. You can … Continue reading →

Deals at Macaroni Grill, Marie Callender’s, Boston Market, and More!

Dining out with your family can be expensive. Sometimes, though, it is nice to sit down and have a meal together where no one has to cook or do the dishes. Before you leave home, read over this blog. It has information about deals and coupons from restaurants and cafes. This should help you to save some money! Macaroni Grill has a coupon for $7.00 off any New Fall Entree. To get this coupon, you must click the offer that appears on their Facebook page. A coupon will be sent to your email inbox. The coupon will expire on November … Continue reading →

Deals at Chipotle, White Castle, Little Caesars, and More!

Many restaurants will choose to have their deals expire on the very last day of a month. This is good for frugal families who are paid monthly. The exact same time you are running low on funds is when the restaurants, cafes, and fast food places are giving you a deal! This blog will help you save money while dining out. Beef O’ Brady’s is having Beef’s Octoberfest. They have a coupon for $5.00 off a $25.00 purchase or $3.00 off a $15.00 purchase. This coupon will expire on October 31, 2012. Ben & Jerry’s is celebrating Fair Trade month. … Continue reading →

I Want My Mummy!

Where do mummies go for a swim? In the Dead Sea. Why couldn’t the mummy come outside? Because he was all wrapped up. What is a Mummy’s favorite type of music? Wrap. Why were ancient Egyptian children confused? Because their daddies were mummies. When you live with an 8-year-old, this is the type of entertainment you are treated to in the days leading up to Halloween. My daughter’s third grade class is celebrating the holiday with mummies, spiders and bats, and as a room mom, it’s my job to create party snacks to enhance the creepy theme. How am I … Continue reading →

Coupons for Einstein Bros., Quiznos, Taco Bueno, and More!

It isn’t easy to find some family time during the week. Parents are working, and the kids have school, homework, and after school activities to attend. One way to make sure you have time to sit down and have a conversation with your family is to take them out to dinner. Here are some deals at restaurants, cafes, and fast food places. That should help! Monical’s Pizza has three coupons for you. Each coupon will expire on September 23, 2012. One is for an 8” Pizza with one topping, an individual garden salad, and a 20 ounce soft drink for … Continue reading →