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    Peanut Butter Banana Smoothies – Quick Recipe

    June 16, 2010

    Peanut Butter Banana Smoothies – Quick Recipe “Because Mom Makes them Better” was my youngest son’s quote this morning immediately after my middle son said that it was better than Braums.   I don’t know if I could exactly compete with Braums, but the price sure is better. (BIG GRIN) You may be surprised that I served this for breakfast.  For a quick breakfast, I used to feed them some bananas with peanut butter smoothed over the top with a small glass of milk. Suddenly, I thought, why not make breakfast super special by serving it all mixed in a smoothie! (Great idea, mom!) Here’s the pic, to entice you a…

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    How to Make Homemade Banana Pudding (Video)

    February 24, 2010

    How to Make Homemade Banana Pudding (Video) At a local store here in my small town, I pick up bananas at a big discount on Tuesdays.  On Wednesday nights after church we like to have some sort of snack or treat.  So, many times I whip up a quick batch of banana pudding and stick it in the fridge to have ready when we come home. I found a video online that shows how to make homemade banana pudding and their recipe looks pretty easy. (The actual version I use without eggs is down below underneath the video.)  I usually forgo the cookies to cut back on sugar…and no complaints…

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    Easy Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe

    February 16, 2010

    Easy Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe While you’re boiling those eggs…stick in an extra 6 eggs and make these sandwiches. Ingredients: 6 eggs 3 TB Mayo 2 tsp. mustard 1 tsp. celery seed Lawry’s seasoning salt Directions: Chop eggs. Mix in the other ingredients.  Sprinkle lightly with Lawry’s seasoning salt.  (Just enough to add some delicious flavor, but not so much to make it too salty.) Place on your favorite bread or buns.  Rye bread is also delicious…or try making wraps with flour tortillas. ]]>

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    Mom’s Easy Salsa Recipe

    February 9, 2010

    My 3 boys love mom’s salsa.  This is actually a favorite of my oldest son, who is currently in Bible college, so I make a fresh batch every time he comes home.  They tend to eat a LOT…which allows me to sneak in extra vegetable servings. Add a little of this salsa to some other meals you make to pep up the taste. I add leftover salsa to rice or Mexican recipes, etc.

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    Simple Recipes to Plan a Romantic Dinner for Two

    February 5, 2010

    Romantic Dinner for Two You don’t have to wait until Feb. 14th to enjoy a simple romantic dinner with your hubby.  If you need some one-on-one time with your hubby,  you can plan a special dinner date night at home. Set up a separate table somewhere for your kids…with pizza or their favorite fingerfoods…or double the recipes below (or plan to take them to a babysitter).  Next, whisper sweet nothings (and place a secret love note or coupon underneath his plate in advance).  Okay, so you probably have better plans for the romantic part…but here’s a few simple recipes that you might be able to use: Simple Pasta for Two…

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