Whether heading to a party, celebrating on social media or greeting little ghouls and goblins at home, getting the entire family — including the four-legged family members — involved in the Halloween festivities can be the biggest treat of all. However, it’s important to take some precautions to avoid spooking your pets, particularly if you’ll […]
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Four Egg-Powered Recipes for Kids’ Lunch and Snacking
The school year can be full of challenges, but fueling kids for a full day of learning tops the priority list. Affordable and easy to prepare, eggs are a key ingredient for successful days in the classroom. From a wide variety of breakfast options for even the pickiest of eaters to a nearly limitless menu […]
Quick, Inexpensive Home Maintenance Projects for Your Weekend
Home maintenance. The very words might evoke thoughts of an entire weekend spent laboring at home instead of relaxing in it, but that doesn’t always have to be the case. “Not every home maintenance project has to be a large undertaking or one that takes up all of your free time,” said Christopher O’Rourke, Mercury […]
Recipe for Peanut Butter Saltine Candy
With an easy recipe like Peanut Butter Saltine Candy that calls for just a handful of ingredients, you can get the whole family involved in the kitchen. Ask your little helpers to measure out ingredients while a grownup prepares the pan and uses the stove. Once the base is finished baking, call the kids back […]
Recipe for Savory, Smothered Pork Chops in Mushroom Sauce
When you are hungry and searching for something filling, juicy and rich, turning to your pantry for on-hand ingredients can make dinner a breeze. Dodge snack cravings and avoid the temptation to swing by the drive-thru; instead, you can have a homemade meal ready in a matter of minutes by putting your skillet to work. […]
The Benefits of Induction Cooking
The best kitchen updates don’t just enhance the beauty of your space. They allow you to simplify your life, make better choices and improve your relationship with your kitchen. And who knows? They may even make you a better cook. To that end, you may want to consider trading in your gas or electric cooktop […]
Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups — A Traditional Breakfast with a Twist
The same bowl of cereal can get boring after eating it for breakfast day in and day out. You may find yourself looking for something new and exciting to start your whole family’s morning off on the right foot. Kids can be picky when it comes to breakfast foods, but this recipe for Sausage Fresh […]
5 Ways to Celebrate and Support Honey Bees (Plus Recipe)
Did you know honey bees are responsible for over 35 percent of the foods you eat, as well as the honey you enjoy? Honey bees are vital to the health of the planet and to the food chain, as they’re necessary for pollinating more than 90 food crops including fruits, vegetables and nuts — plus […]
Recipe for Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole
On weeknights, many families rush around trying to prepare for the next day. While these moments can be stressful, the silver lining of the evening is when everyone pauses to enjoy a perfectly cooked family dinner together. From tough homework assignments and soccer practice to getting everyone tucked into bed, the days can seem long, […]
