Family Foodies

Two interns here at FF, Edie McRae and Cee Tindall, have once again combined efforts to interview another special lady for our Buzz a Mom series.

Kelli Claypool, of Brief Case Diva fame, is a successful Business Coach, Writer, Blogger, Marketing Diva, Mother and Wife.

So how does a woman who can’t stand the sight of raw meat navigate the kitchen?  With goggles, gloves and Pink Stilettos, of course!  Let’s zoom in to the interview to find out more about this intriguing Diva!

This is an update to my post this morning. My co-blogging partner, Edie McRae wanted to let you know how much Mom Talk Network has done for her also:

I’ve followed MTN (aka Moms Talk Network) for years. Kelly McCausey has become a trusted source for work-at-home-moms everywhere. Her style is that of a straight shooter who tells it like it is. When I decided that I could provide better service to my own clients if I had better working knowledge of blogging, Kelly’s network was my first stop. Not only were her information products truly valuable but also extremely helpful. Imagine my suprise when her call for interns went out on Twitter and having worked with her in this capacity, I can see why so many moms are doing extraordinary things because of her Moms Masterminds Group.

Let’s help Moms Talk Network get the recognition it truly deserves!

Remember, it only takes a second to let the world know how Kelly has helped you – Vote at Startup Nation

This week I’ve had so much fun surfing the blogosphere. I learned about StumbleUpon, and got an account. Kelly McCausey, owner of WAHM Talk Radio told our intern group that it would be our newest addiction and she’s right! I found most of these interesting blogs through StumbleUpon. Thank you Kelly! It’s been a blast!

Looking for different snacks to feed your family? This has got to be the neatest recipe that has to do with that nutritious unsung hero, the chickpea.

I wonder, am I doing everything I can to be frugal in the kitchen? This mom really kicked her frugal ways up a notch. I admire her attention to detail. Never would I think to freeze the things she freezes!

Necessity is the mother of invention, they say. Have you ever needed an ice pack immediately, and there wasn’t anything suitable in the freezer at the time? I say this mom’s ice pack for her broken foot is perfectly peasing.

Have you ever had 30 minutes before someone important (say, your mother in law?) will be at your house? They hadn’t bothered to make an appointment a week ahead, so you could clean up a bit before they arrived? Instead they were ‘just in the neighborhood’ thought they’d give you a call and drop by? This advice will help you clean up quickly!

All you moms out there with sons will really enjoy this blog.  My sons are 24 and 27 but they are still my babies. I have to say they loved watering outdoors too! (Fourth picture down)

I saved the best for life, and it was my FIRST Stumble Find. I am sure this Pasta Pie would be a great hit at a family get together! She gives such perfect pictures of each step that I could almost SMELL it!

Thank you for dropping by today. I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Take Care!

Does your table seem less “welcoming” now that you’ve tightened your purse strings?

Never fear! We, at Family Foodies, are here to let you know that you can eat WELL even on a shoestring budget!

I spent some time this week going through some of my favorite recipes to see what I could do to “trim the fat” so to speak from the cost of the meal without sacrificing TASTE! I have two words for you: Mission accomplished.

Vegetables can be a challenge in my house – no one – including my husband is a fan – so getting creative is a must! This recipe was sent to be my the great folks at Splenda!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon tahini (pureed sesame seeds)
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
• 1 tablespoon SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 48 medium-size asparagus spears, trimmed, peeled and cleaned

Directions

1 In a food processor or blender, combine everything except the asparagus and mix until thoroughly blended. Set aside.
2 Cut the asparagus into two-inch pieces, on the diagonal.
3 Half-fill a large skillet with water, cover and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and simmer just until crisp-tender (approx. 4-5 minutes). Drain well but do not rinse.
4 Transfer to serving bowl. Pour the sauce over the hot asparagus and toss to coat. Serve warm or at room temperature.

My 14 year old daughter loves to cook.  When she babysits, she loves to have the ingredients on hand for the littler ones to make their own pizzas.

Here is the recipe she put together about a year ago:

Mikki’s Personal Pizzas

• 1 can Grands buttermilk biscuits
• 1 package pepperoni
• 1 bag pre-grated mozzarella cheese
• small jar of pizza sauce

Set oven to 350, open can of biscuits. Take one at a time and flatten them out, putting them on a cookie sheet once they are flat. Put as much sauce as desired on each pizza with a spoon. Sprinkle with cheese and add pepperoni pieces.

Bake in oven 13 to 17 minutes, depending on oven. Let cool a bit and enjoy!