
February 3, 2009
Homemade Bagels always seemed like just too much work, but I finally gave it a shot and with the help of my bread machine they were easy and delicious! They win the prize for being significantly more nutritious and less expensive than what I’d buy at the store–making them a food storage winner.

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February 2, 2009
A variation on my Gourmet Beans, these are simply delicious. I try to avoid using sugar whenever possible, but the 1-2 Tablespoons here is well worth it.

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January 30, 2009
Kind of a cross between a muffin and a cookie, these energy bars have become a family staple–they are quick, easy, satisfying and delicious.

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January 28, 2009
I think that all too often, beans and rice don’t get the credit they deserve. They can be delicious, satisfying, nutritious and very inexpensive, but you have to have the right recipe. This is one of those recipes that makes me love beans and rice.

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January 26, 2009

When suddenly it was 4:00 and I hadn’t started my favorite pizza crust in the bread machine, I knew I needed another action plan. I’d been craving a change from our pizza routine anyway, and this allrecipes.com pizza was it!
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January 23, 2009

After trimming and packaging up 40 lbs of raw chicken, I was ready to give up meat completely. And although I don’t plan on ever completely adopting a vegetarian lifestyle, I have been looking for ways integrate more vegetarian fare into our meals. I love it–it’s less expensive, healthier, and often easier–a big winner in my book!
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