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Tips to Avoid Raising a 20-Something Couch Potato

One of the goals of parenting is to raise a child who becomes a self-sufficient adult. What that looks like may vary depending on individual parent’s personal views. Nobody dreams of having their teen become a 20-something who lives at home and watches episodes of TV shows all day and into the night. Here is some advice to for parents who want to avoid raising a 20-something couch potato. An article written by Cheryl Stritzel Mccarthy mentions advice from Adam Price. He is a psychologist whose practice is tailored to young adults. The key point seems to be that when … Continue reading →

Baguette Chips instead of Potato Chips

I love to snack. When I am working or watching a movie I immediately want to munch on something. I never buy chips because I could sit and eat the whole bag. Since I don’t care for the that much it is a waste of fat and calories. I could eat a pint of ice cream or sorbet if I allowed myself. I am quite certain I do not have to tell you the danger in that. So, I look for healthy snacks. But chewing up carrots, as good as they are for you, are not always what I am … Continue reading →

Is Your Child Becoming a Couch Potato?

In a world that is as technology driven as ours, it isn’t uncommon for kids to rely on electronics to keep themselves entertained. If you are like most parents, you worry about the amount of time your child spends in front of the TV every day. You want to get them active, but you may not know where to start. Here are a few tips to help you in your quest. Set an example for your kids. After a long day at work, it’s tempting to crash in front of the TV for a while to unwind, but if you … Continue reading →

Yummy Mashed Potatoes

This is by far the best traditional mashed potatoes recipe that I have cooked so far. The mashed potatoes are creamy with lots of butter, as they are supposed to be. Use a little less milk (reduce about half a cup) for firmer potatoes. I find that the extra half cup makes the potatoes leave over well (even when freezing), preventing them from dying out. Ingredients 5 Pounds of Potatoes–Yukon Gold or other gold potato works best, but by all means use russet potatoes if that is what you have on hand. 2-1/2 Teaspoons of Salt 2-1/2 cups of Evaporated … Continue reading →

Low Fat Thanksgiving Mashed Potatoes

A favorite side dish around the Thanksgiving dinner table is mashed potatoes. Rich homemade mashed potatoes normally contain an overwhelming amount of fat. Here’s a recipe sure to put a smile on your guests faces without the embarrassment of seeing Uncle Joe unbutton his pants at the dinner table. Low Fat Full Flavor Garlic Mashed Potatoes 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes 6 oz. fat free cream cheese 8 oz. fat free sour cream ½ Cup fat free half and half (you may substitute skim milk) 1 envelope Lipton Recipe Secrets Savory Herb with Garlic soup and dip mix 1. Place … Continue reading →

Cheap Dinner Ideas: Potato Bar

Sometimes it is hard to balance quick and easy with cheap when it comes to meals. The kids are really starting to get into their activities, and with all of the driving around (although I know we are probably better than most in that regard), there is little time for doing a lot of cooking from scratch. But home made meals don’t need to be elaborate to be healthy, warm, filling and delicious. Made with lower cost ingredients or even leftovers, you can have some great dinners without a lot of time or cost. Here we come $5 dinners! One … Continue reading →

Potato Coffee

Every morning for a number of years I’ve (in general) had a cup of coffee. This doesn’t take away from the wild fables of my tea-drinking persona (for I love tea, as a quick perusal of previous blog posts will prove), but it does add to the depth of the flavors I tend to partake in daily. Coffee is good. It tastes good and it is good. Could it be better? I used to wonder that. I switched, initially, from major brands to small, organic, fair-trade outfits. The taste improved considerably. Eventually I switched brewing methods. I moved from the … Continue reading →

Budget Recipes – Baked Chicken and Potatoes

Chicken and potatoes go well together. Whether you make them baked, or fried, these ingredients can easily be used to create a tasty dinner that your family will enjoy. If you pay attention to what is on sale at the grocery store, it becomes easier to stay within your budget. Just wait until your grocery store has both foods on sale. Many people would consider chicken and potatoes, (together, or separately) to be “comfort foods”. There is something satisfying about the combination of these two ingredients, whether they are baked or fried. Instead of taking your family to KFC for … Continue reading →

Red Skin Potato Packets with Garlic Butter

It is just too hot to cook! Add this recipe to your summer menu for a great grilled side dish that offers full flavor with minimum preparation or clean up! Do you remember those red skin potatoes that we got in our last CSA box? Well, originally I had planned on turning some of them into potato salad and some into oven roasted potatoes. With the heat, though, I opted instead to do these little red skin potato packets. Okay, laziness had something to do with it, too! My husband was grilling chicken anyway… This recipe generously feeds six with … Continue reading →

Low-Calorie Potato Chips Contribute to Weight Gain

I’m not a big potato chip eater but for those who are, you might think that going the low-calorie way is better. After all, you get to enjoy the salty crunch of a chip yet you aren’t taking in as many calories. Well according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association (I am still trying to figure that one out…what do they have to do with this?), low-calorie chips could actually be contributing to weight gain. That’s because these low-calorie chips contain fat substitutes. It is believed that these can confuse the body’s regulation of food intake, … Continue reading →