Mommies with Cents

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Chilean Avocados Importers Association Giving Away Free e-Cookbook

Are you gearing up for the big game?  What's a Super Bowl party without guacamole?  If you're looking for new recipe ideas, the Chilean Avocado Importers Association (CAIA) wants to help!  They are giving away a free e-cookbook simply for "liking" Chilean Avocados on facebook.  You'll also be entered to win a $1000 gift card! So check out CAIA on Facebook, click “like” and enter your email address … [Read more...]

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I Just Got All 3 Of My Kids To Eat Spinach — And Like It!

Inspired by Cassie Green from Green Grocer Chicago, I decided to try to get my kids to eat some greens via a smoothie.  It was much easier than I expected it to be.  There are a few factors I think played to my favor: My son's favorite color is green so I got him excited about trying a GREEN smoothie Nothing has ever come out of our blender that didn't taste good They saw many of their … [Read more...]

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Dinner @ 6: Ham & Cheese Casserole — Recipes Using 6 Ingredients

Each week Dinner @ 6 will highlight a recipe using just 6 ingredients that was submitted by a reader. This week’s recipe was submitted by Ashley: Ham & Cheese Casserole * 1 (32 ounce) package frozen hash browns * 8 ounces sour cream * 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup * 1/4 cup butter, melted * 12 ounces shredded cheddar cheese * 2 cups chopped cooked ham 1. Combine all … [Read more...]

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Can A Smoothie Make You A Better Person? #KBS2012

Can a smoothie make you a better person?  Cassie Green from Green Grocer Chicago thinks so!  I tend to agree.  Starting your day off with a healthy breakfast smoothie can give you energy and ward off hunger.  I know that I can be really grumpy when I'm tired or hungry so a smoothie like the one Cassie calls "You Make Me A Better Person" can definitely do just that. I love smoothies and have … [Read more...]

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Halo SleepSack Review & Giveaway

While most crib sets come with matching crib bumpers, the American Academy of Pediatrics advises against their use due to the risk of SIDS.  HALO innovations just introduced it's Safe Sleep Crib Set to create a safe sleeping environment for babies.  The sets includes a HALO SleepSack wearable blanket, a SleepSack Swaddle, 2 coordinating soft cotton jersey crib sheets and a matching crib … [Read more...]

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Cookie Dough Truffles For Birthdays, Christmas & More!

This weekend I made Cookie Dough Truffles for my daughter's 3rd birthday party.  These truffles are fun for any occasion and you can change them up to suit your needs.  Last year I made some for Christmas with red, green & white sprinkles.  They fit perfectly into mini muffin papers. These aren't hard to make and they are sure to be a hit!  Package a few in a cute box tied with a pretty ribbon … [Read more...]