I am admittedly one of the world’s worst cooks. Within the first few months of our marriage, I literally set our apartment on fire. And my husband and I are both notoriously cheap – not a bad thing in these economic times!
That’s why we often turn to sandwiches. Not only are they a quick fix for our three clamoring preschoolers, they are often nutritious, delicious, and expeditious for our on-the-go lifestyle. Here are ten simple favorites to save time and keep cash in your wallet:
1. Peanut butter and jelly. Crunchy or smooth, jelly or jam …need I say more?
2. Egg salad. Hardboiled eggs, a little light mayo and some relish will do the trick!
3. Barbecue. Get a pre-packaged pack from the store and slap it on top of a hamburger bun or sandwich roll
4. Peanut butter and honey. So delicious my kids have coined it “the candy sandwich” …but not for babies under 1 year!
5. Tuna Fish. A can or two of tuna, light mayo, mustard, dried onions, pepper, relish and a dash of lemon juice is perfect on sandwiches or crackers!
6. Meat and cheese. Turkey or ham, Munster or Swiss … the combinations are endless!
7. Peanut butter and banana. Shake up an old standard with a little variety.
8. Grilled cheese. Cheap, easy, and sooo good. There was a reason your mom made it for you every day!
9. Quesadillas. Flour tortilla + shredded cheese + 20 seconds in the microwave = magic! (Add some refried beans for a little protein if you want)
10. Reubens. Rye bread, sour kraut, pastrami or corned beef , swiss or pepper jack cheese and optional Thousand Island dressing.
What sandwich recipes do you have hiding in your kitchen?
-Katherine Craddock
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
MOPS Fundraiser- Recipes Galore!
Please submit your most yummy, favorite recipes to mops.tkc@gmail.com to be put in our MOPS Meals in Minutes Cookbook!
We will be collecting recipes throughout this Spring and will sell them in an effort to raise money for next year's MOPS meetings.
Please send in at least 3-5 of your best recipes!
Monday, April 6, 2009
All da Single Wadies!
“All da single wadies, all da single wadies. All da single wadies, all da single wadies …”
To my shock, I heard my 2 ½ year old busting out Beyonce from the rear of our minivan. I’ve only listened to that song a FEW times, I thought. I had no idea he had it memorized!
Deuteronomy 6:6-7 tells us that “These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”
So what’s a mom to do? Here are a few of my tried and true favorites for the car or even as background music during playtime … don’t be surprised if they touch your heart and challenge your faith as well:
CDs:
1) www.psalty.com Anything by Psalty the Singing Songbook. WELL WORTH THE INVESTMENT … buy the series and slowly give it out for birthdays and Christmases over the course of a few years. (Cheapest price is direct from Psalty himself).
2) www.agapelandmusic.com Another goldmine from the 1980s … Nathaniel and the Grublets, Antshillvania (One and Two!), Bullfrogs and Butterflies, and Music Machine are the best!
3) www.gofishguys.com You will find yourself rocking out and your kids singing along. Awesome stuff.
4) www.donutman.com Wacky, fun filled songs that teach your child about Jesus.
5)www.whitsend.org Focus on the Family’s Adventures in Odyssey is THE definitive Christian radio drama for children. The best for teaching life principles and character building. Best for ages 5 and up. (You can listen free on the radio every day as well).
So what about you? Do you have great alternatives to overplayed radio tunes or your child’s worn out CDs … hidden treasures that are well worth the $ investment for the fruit it will reap in your child’s life in years to come?
-Katherine Craddock
To my shock, I heard my 2 ½ year old busting out Beyonce from the rear of our minivan. I’ve only listened to that song a FEW times, I thought. I had no idea he had it memorized!
Deuteronomy 6:6-7 tells us that “These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”
So what’s a mom to do? Here are a few of my tried and true favorites for the car or even as background music during playtime … don’t be surprised if they touch your heart and challenge your faith as well:
CDs:
1) www.psalty.com Anything by Psalty the Singing Songbook. WELL WORTH THE INVESTMENT … buy the series and slowly give it out for birthdays and Christmases over the course of a few years. (Cheapest price is direct from Psalty himself).
2) www.agapelandmusic.com Another goldmine from the 1980s … Nathaniel and the Grublets, Antshillvania (One and Two!), Bullfrogs and Butterflies, and Music Machine are the best!
3) www.gofishguys.com You will find yourself rocking out and your kids singing along. Awesome stuff.
4) www.donutman.com Wacky, fun filled songs that teach your child about Jesus.
5)www.whitsend.org Focus on the Family’s Adventures in Odyssey is THE definitive Christian radio drama for children. The best for teaching life principles and character building. Best for ages 5 and up. (You can listen free on the radio every day as well).
So what about you? Do you have great alternatives to overplayed radio tunes or your child’s worn out CDs … hidden treasures that are well worth the $ investment for the fruit it will reap in your child’s life in years to come?
-Katherine Craddock