Try these single-serving, ONE-bowl, ONE-minute, sweet & crispy microwave chocolate krispies treats and you may never go back to the stovetop method again. At minimum, you'll be happy for the quick chocolate fix! Continue reading » » » »

Have a go at this original recipe for some great tasting, easy to make pancakes. Served warm or flash frozen for future treats, you'll love this dish. Continue reading » » » »

Art doesn't have to be overly large and complex. In fact, if you can imagine it, you can create it as art. I needed two pieces of artwork - cheaply and quickly! - to replace two self-portraits my kids didn't believe represented them well anymore (they felt their own images were too childish!). Not wanting to spend oodles of money and lots of time shopping, I decided to use this as an opportunity to drive home a message I repeat often: Stay Focused. Continue reading » » » »

Spaghetti squash is my new favorite side dish thanks to this recipe and inspiration from the My Good House website. I always thought spaghetti squash was some obscure food I'd probably only eat by chance, say, as a side at a restaurant. That thinking was pretty off-kilter. I found the squash to have both a great flavor and interesting texture. The fact that it’s within reach budget-wise really helps. Continue reading » » » »

One word when it comes to mashed potatoes - Instant! Granted, there’s nothing better than warm and creamy homemade mashed potatoes, but there are just times when time and resources are short and quick fix potatoes are the way to go. When it’s that time, this is one dish that’s fun and easy for the novice kid in the kitchen. Continue reading » » » »

I love pouch mixes. They are often both inexpensive and quick & easy to prepare. One example is the Betty Crocker muffin mix. My favorites are the Chocolate Chip mix and the Blueberry mix. The two are ideal for muffins in a hurry. Even better, they only require a little water - no milk, no eggs, no oil… fantastic for when the cupboards are running a little bare. Continue reading » » » »