Monthly Archives: January 2013

Menu Plan Monday & Black-Eyed Pea’s Baked Squash Recipe

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I’m writing this on Sunday afternoon after a wonderful reunion this morning with a lot of old friends from the church where I grew up.  Beth and Norma got to come which made for an awesome reunion!  We were known as the Three Musketeers in the high school youth group, and we also all went to the same high school together.  Wonderful memories!

.I know a lot of us are on diets right now after the holidays, but here’s a good recipe to take to a potluck at church or work.

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BLACK-EYED PEA’S BAKED SQUASH:

Ingredients:

  • 5 pounds medium-size yellow squash
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup bread crumbs (plus more for topping)
  • 1 stick butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar (I would reduce this to 1/2 cup, maybe even 1/4 cup))
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • salt & pepper

Cut squash into 3 or 4 pieces after cutting off tips.  Put squash in boiling water, enough to cover.  Return to boil and then reduce heat.  Cook until tender, drain, and mash.  Combine with remaining ingredients.  Place in 3-quart greased casserole.  Cover with light layer of bread crumbs.  Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.

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Menu for the week:
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Monday:   Chick-Fil-A

Tuesday:  Chef Salad with sauteed chicken
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Wednesday:   Bring in chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, okra (seems to be a habit of ours on Wednesdays)
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Thursday:  Chef Salad with sauteed chicken

Personalized Gifts

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Personalized things are always nice!  There are all sorts of items out there such as personalized lunch bags, key rings, jewelry, etc.  Some of my coworkers gave me a personalized wooden name plaque to hang over the door to my classroom, you know the kind where each of the letters is cut out of wood, painted, and then cute little decorations are put on top of the letters.  I really like it, and it’s special because they took the time and effort to get me something personalized.

Collectibles

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Do you have any collectibles?  Some people collect dishes like Depression Glass or vintage bowls.  Some people collect coins like the 1979 silver dollar.  Some collect stamps or vintage record albums.  I used to collect old Coke or Dr. Pepper bottles and vintage tins, but now I don’t really collect anything.  For me, things like that take up space and are just something else to have to dust.  What do you collect?

Foods to Help Adults & Children Sleep

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During certain times in our lives, we’re under stress.  It may be hard to sleep and unwind when we get into bed at night.  Or what about the active toddler?  Here are some ideas that might help:

  • Warm milk – contains calcium & the amino acid tryptophan which has a sedative effect – the calcium helps the body use tryptophan more efficiently
  • Banana – converts to serotonin & melatonin which promote sleep, and also contains magnesium which helps muscles relax
  • Oatmeal – also converts to melatonin, and also contains B6 which increases serotonin levels

So, if you or your child like to have a little snack before bedtime, try one of these and see if it helps.  Better yet, try two or all three of them.

 

Chocolate!

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Most people I know love chocolate, and some are even “chocaholics!”  I must admit that I really like dark chocolate a lot.  I’ve tasted many different types of chocolate, however, I’ve never had chocolate cigars.

My husband and I like to keep a bag of dark chocolate chips in the cabinet all the time.  This way we can have just a little chocolate when we get a taste for it, or more if we have a bigger taste for it.  We’ve been doing this for years, and I even have a couple of friends who do the same thing.  We didn’t get the idea from each other, but I think it just comes from making chocolate chip cookies and having chocolate chips in the pantry.  And it’s good, inexpensive chocolate!

Backyard Pools

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We have a large front yard but a small back yard.  I seriously doubt there would be room for a pool.  The only kind of pool we’ve ever had is a large kiddie pool, which was fun by the way.  It would be nice, though, to have a small pool that wasn’t very deep and was heated and surrounded by led pool lights.  Add in a lot of tropical plants and I’m sure it would be a relaxing place to unwind after a long day at school!

Charities

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There are many charities out there from children’s homes to health related ones and those dealing with health issues such as triangle direct media.  With all of the good causes, everyone should be able to find something that tugs at their heartstrings.  The ones that tug at our hearts the most happen to be children’s homes and causes that help children.   But for someone else, it might be health related causes, especially if they’ve had a friend or loved one affected by a certain health issue.

Menu Plan Monday 1-21-13

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Just want to let you know about a great Dermagist Skin Care giveaway on my blog right now that is open to Canadian and U.S. residents for their choice of product, valued at up to $129.99

Menu for the week:
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Monday:  Leftovers from the weekend

Tuesday:   Tomato-Basil Chicken with fettuccine
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Wednesday:  Chicken Tenders, corn, salad

Thursday:  Feta Topped Chicken, salad

Friday: Pizza and salad

Giveaway for Dermagist Skin Care Product

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Dermagist 12-14-12If you read my review of Dermagist Skin Care, then you know that I did see good results from using their Skin Tone Correcting System.  Now, I get to do a giveaway for one of their products.  Dermagist will supply the winner with a free product of their choice, such as the Complete Rejuvenation System, valued at $129.99.

Win it:

One lucky reader will win their choice of Dermagist Skin Care Products .  This contest is open to all U.S. and Canadian residents, aged 18 and older. Entries will be accepted until midnight CST Saturday, February 9,  2013 .
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Route 66

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The famous Route 66 Highway was the first highway to be paved, and this occurred in 1938. (Can you imagine traveling on a dirt highway?) Over 74 years ago, a trend was started which is now the norm. There are a lot of interesting, history-filled stops along the way from Chicago to L.A. and a lot of interesting side trips as well.

Menu Plan Monday 1-14-13

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I hope everyone is well! There’s been so much sickness going around and the flu is getting an early start from what I hear. It’s important for us to keep up our immunity during this time, so here are some important things we can do:

* Get plenty of rest!  Prioritize what really needs to be done and don’t lose sleep over things that can wait.

* Drink plenty of water.  Water helps to flush out toxins.

* Drink fresh brewed green tea for the antioxidants.

* Eat fresh fruits & veggies and lean meat such as chicken, fish, and turkey.

* Keep your hands away from your mouth and face.

* Wash hands with soap and warm water, especially when around sick germs.

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Monday:  Leftover Chicken Tortilla Soup and salad
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Tuesday:  Salmon patties, corn, and salad
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Wednesday:  Carryout (chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, fried okra)
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Thursday:  Tomato Basil Soup & Chef Salad ToT

Friday:  Pizza and salad

Breakfast Pie

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Here’s a recipe from that sounds good to make for a Saturday morning breakfast or to take to a brunch:

INGREDIENTS:

  • 5 large eggs, beaten
  • 8 ounces cottage cheese, small-curd
  • 4 ounces chopped green chiles, drained
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups Pepper Jack Cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup cooked ham, diced (or maybe cooked crumbled bacon)
  • 9-inch deep-dish pie crust

Combine eggs, flour, cottage cheese and green chiles.  Beat well at medium speed.  Stir in remaining ingredients and pour into pie crust.  Bake for 10 minutes at 400 degrees, then reduce to 350 degrees and bake 30 minutes.  Allow pie to set for a few minutes before serving.