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Where to find menu ideas

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by RAKI WRIGHT

The dinner struggle is real, with busy schedules and a family full of picky eaters. Finding inspiration for quick, budget-friendly, and (at least somewhat) healthy meals can be difficult for even the most seasoned home cooks, let alone those whose plates are already piled high. That's where meal planning comes in handy—if you can find the time ...

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How to Adapt Recipes to Make Them Your Own

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by RAKI WRIGHT

You’ve just found a recipe that you want to try, but sticking to it looks tricky. You don’t have all the ingredients, or the units of measurement aren’t what you’re used to. If you’re an old hand at adapting recipes, you’ll probably find ways to work around it, but for those of us who aren’t as confident, a few tips could come in handy. Try ...

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How To Use A Bamboo Steamer

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by RAKI WRIGHT

There are many great materials in the kitchen. However, bamboo is starting to show up more. Why? Well, bamboo is clean, it is typically damp-proof and anti-bacterial naturally. So, why wouldn’t you want it in the kitchen? It is ideal! And now, we are starting to cook with bamboo. How is that possible? Well, with things such as bamboo ...

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To Roast or Not to Roast: Why Roasting Your Food Is Good For You

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by RAKI WRIGHT

When it comes to making lunch or dinner, roasting is one of the most common methods used in cooking. Whether your food is cooked on your barbecue outside or just baked in your oven, roasting meats and vegetables is a quick and easy way of cooking that doesn’t take up too much of your time. All you need to do is toss some veggies with oil or season ...

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Healthy Home Made Gluten Free Snacks All Moms Love

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by RAKI WRIGHT

Finding gluten-free snacks at the supermarket used to involve finding healthy snacks. As more and more people are enjoying a gluten-free lifestyle, the aisles have become packed with snacks that are full of sugar and additives. Prices have risen dramatically. It can be both cheaper and healthier to make little ones gluten-free snacks at ...

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Welcome! I'm Raki. I am a working mom of 2 (22-year old son and 15-year old daughter). I share tips to balance work, family, and make time for you. More...

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