Shrimp Salad

The secret to my success in the kitchen is healthy meals as quick a possible. I also love to make a wonderful party dish in minutes. First soak a bag of shrimp in cool water. Then peel the shrimp.

Slow Cooker Showcase: Cranberry Pork Chops

Each week throughout the Fall and Winter (and probably into springtime!) The Centsible Family will showcase a slow cooker (crock-pot) recipe that one of the Mavens of Money have tried and tasted. By sharing we hope you will be able to save a little time during the week as we all know saving time is Continue Reading …

Veggiyana: The Dharma of Cooking

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I have to admit, I sit with a glass of wine and read cookbooks on Saturday evenings.  It is relaxing for me and I love to find new recipes to try.  This book Veggiyana: The Darma of Cooking is a wonderful read. The author, Sandra Garson studied food history at Harvard and her expertise in Continue Reading …

Slow Cooker Showcase: Chicken Cacciatore

I have a lot of love for my slow cooker.  My crock pot.  It makes my life so much easier!!  Each Thursday during the Fall and Winter The Centsible Family will showcase a slow cooker (crock-pot) recipe that one of the Mavens of Money have tried and tasted. By sharing we hope you will be Continue Reading …

Oatmeal Carmelitos – The MOST delicious cookie bar you will ever taste!

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It’s true.  These Oatmeal Carmelitos are THE best cookie bars ever.  And that’s a big statement coming from me.  I am somewhat of a cookie and brownie snob.  These delectable bites of heaven were introduced to me a couple of years ago.  I pull them out for special occasions (Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day) and school Continue Reading …

3 ingredient peanut butter cookies

Making cookies is a fun way to teach kids how to measure and cook, and a fun way to pass a rainy or snowy afternoon!  The simpler the ingredient list, the easier a recipe is to make.  3 ingredient peanut butter cookies are super simple and fun for kids to make!

Avocados are Awesome! #iloveavocados

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Avocados from Mexico for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.   One of the reasons I love avocados, aside from the healthy food factor, is that they are such a versatile food.  I was first introduced to  Avocados from Mexico when my oldest was Continue Reading …

Heart Shaped Turkey Meatloaf for Valentine’s Day!

Trying to create a Valentine’s Day dinner menu? Here is a yummy (and low fat) heart shaped turkey meatloaf !

Slow Cooker Showcase: Versatile Cheese Dip

Superbowl is just a few days away- here’s a GREAT dip recipe to pop into the slow cooker Sunday morning while you are doing other things prepping for your Superbowl gathering!  Each Thursday during the Fall and Winter The Centsible Family will showcase a slow cooker (crock-pot) recipe that one of the Mavens of Money Continue Reading …

Blueberry Coffee Cake

Blueberry Coffee Cake

This blueberry coffee cake is delightful and delicious.  You can substitute other berries if you want but we always go back to the blueberries.  We use ones we pick in our yard!! This is a great dish for pot lucks or brunches, too.  Can be made ahead but there’s something over the top wonderful about Continue Reading …