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What Food to Pack for A Ski Trip in 2021

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Do you plan on hitting the slopes this season? Skiing and snowboarding are great ways to be active during the winter months. So while the 2020-21 season may be a little different, it’s still possible to have some fun. 

Foodservice is one of the biggest aspects of skiing that has changed. For now, we won’t have the lodge experience of popping in to warm up and grab some lunch. While many resorts have expanded their outdoor food service options, it still may be best to bring your lunches and snacks.  But that leaves us wondering what the heck do we bring?

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The Best Individual Appetizer For Social Distancing

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If you are looking for an individual appetizer for social distancing, look no further. I’ve got it. You can quickly scale it to serve varying amounts of people; it only requires a few ingredients and takes minutes to make. Have you tried truffle popcorn? It sounds like it is fancy pants, but I assure you it is simple!

I’ve made it time and again. When you eat it, you can’t stop. The best part is that you can easily individually portion it out to accommodate for social distancing. Just because we are staying six feet apart doesn’t mean we can’t have good food.

It’s time to make Truffle Popcorn.

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Make-Ahead Pancake Boards

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Pancake Board Photo with the text that reads make ahead and perfect for the holidays

The holidays are a great chance to spend time with your loved ones and create beautiful memories. Unfortunately, sometimes they are so busy that we are spending all of our time doing tasks and forget to have fun. 

Part of the problem is that we want to create fabulous meals but don’t want to spend a ton of time on them.

Breakfast can be an especially tricky one. You want to have a great family meal but don’t want to invest too much time in it, especially when dinners seem to be the star during the holidays. You just can’t do it all. 

I have long been on the hunt for a great make-ahead breakfast for the holidays. Unfortunately, searches always yield breakfast casseroles, and there are only so many of those we can eat. Here is an entirely different take. I have the ultimate hack for your Christmas breakfast –a make-ahead pancake board. 

You may have seen these fancy charcuterie boards filled with meat and cheese on Pinterest or Facebook. They are certainly all the rage. Now that trend has spilled over to breakfast. And why not? A breakfast charcuterie is the perfect leisurely meal that we all crave. 

Don’t let the pretty pictures fool you. A pancake board is entirely attainable for a holiday breakfast, and I’m here to show you how. 

Want to learn how to make a pancake board ahead of time and wow your friends and family?

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Hot Cocoa Bombs

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Hot cocoa bombs, I am admittedly obsessed! You may have seen a video featuring a ball of chocolate with warm milk poured over it, which then exposes what is inside floating around on Facebook. I saw it once and just knew I had to make them.

Since then, I have seen hot cocoa bombs sold by a variety of bakeries and chocolatiers. Some places wanted upwards of $10 each for them! That is crazy! I’m here to tell you that they are not expensive to make, and the only special equipment required is a six dollar mold. If you are looking for a DIY food gift, this is it! They are quite impressive and aren’t that labor-intensive, and they are sure to impress your loved ones.

Want to learn how to make hot cocoa bombs? Let’s go to The Chalkboard!

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Thanksgiving Leftovers – A Complete Storage Guide

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Thanksgiving may be a bit different this year. Perhaps it will be a smaller celebration with just immediate family, but that doesn’t mean that you have to feast less. You can still enjoy the holiday and if you have food to spare, no need to worry! 

You spent a lot of time and money on Thanksgiving dinner; there’s no need to throw out any leftovers. It’s time to learn how to store them properly. Whether in the refrigerator or the freezer, there are some tips to ensure that your food will still taste great when you are ready to eat them. 

Want to learn what to do with Thanksgiving leftovers?

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Sohla El-Waylly Taught Me More In One Video Than Months Of Watching The Food Network

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I learned more from one video from Sohla El-Waylly than months of watching the Food Network, if you want to have fun in the kitchen, watching Sohla will get you there.

Sohla does that. But don’t let her laid back vibe fool you. This woman knows her stuff. I have learned more from one of her videos on Food52 than any other show I have watched recently. 

The key to cooking is to have fun! You are going to be spending a lot of time making meals you might as well enjoy it!

Just what did I learn after watching Sohla and making her chicken recipe?

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Oklahoma Onion Burger A Healthier Version!

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Cooking healthy meals can be challenging. Here’s further proof—the Oklahoma Onion Burger. I have only recently learned about these wonders. If you haven’t tried them, you are missing out.

They are delicious. But we are trying to limit our intake of red meat. Or should I say that I am trying to limit my family’s intake of red meat? My boys will eat burgers, tacos, and meatloaf every night of the week if I let them.

I have been reading a lot about the Mediterranean Diet and incorporating more of those principles and recipes in my meal plans. The guidelines of the diet suggest that you limit but not remove red meat. Needless to say, my family was thrilled that I didn’t give up on tacos, burgers, and meatloaf.

So, when I thought about Oklahoma onion burgers, I started to think about making a healthier version. Using a technique I had meant to try for a while, I have found the way.

Are you interested in a healthier Oklahoma Onion Burger recipe?

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Types Of Onions And Their Uses

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I was determined to learn about the types of onions. 

A recent recipe I was reading called for a “sweet onion,” I realized that I had no idea what that meant. Then I looked in the pantry and saw several types of onions. Staring at me were red, white, yellow, shallots, and scallions. It was then that I realized that I didn’t know what the differences between them were. 

Several questions ran through my mind. What are the differences between the different types of onions? How many types of onions are there? What are the best uses for the various varieties? What are the best substitutes? 

Want to learn all about the types of onions?

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Online Grocery Shopping Hacks To Save You Money In 2020

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Online Grocery Shopping Hacks

Having your groceries can be a great convenience. You can save time by not having to drive to the store. Plus, you get to grocery shop from your couch. Not to mention it is much easier to search for items on a website than in a store. Seriously I can never find some things. During the current pandemic, going out to the store can be dangerous for some. 

Convenience often comes with a cost. You may be wondering if there is a way to save money and have your groceries delivered?

I am here to say that it is possible! I have been using various services for the past ten years and can still stick to my food budget. 

Do you want to save money while grocery shopping online? 

Here are 10 Online Grocery Shopping Hacks For 2020. 

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