Saturday, May 11, 2013
Surprise Mom by making one of these delicious meals.
Mothers' Day is this Sunday ... so what do you have planned? If you are deciding to stay home, why not surprise her with a homemade meal? Nothing says "I love you, Mom" that taking the time to make her a special meal on her special day. Below are four recipes that are easy to make and allow the kids to join in the fun. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: Preparation: Peel and chop onion with the help of your assistant. Pour oil into Dutch oven or large saucepan. Place pot on burner. Turn heat to medium. Heat oil for 1 minute. Add onions to hot oil. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally with wooden spoon, for 5 minutes, or until onion is almost clear. Add ground turkey to pot. Stir with a …
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Pumpkin season is upon us.
Halloween may have passed, but autumn's favorite orange orb is still going strong as an item worthy of the plate, bowl and belly. From soup, to main course to dessert, pumpkin is a colorful and versatile ingredient... especially when you want to go the quick-and-easy route (read: canned pumpkin). Here are some picks for favorite pumpkin recipes: 1. Pumpkin soup. Perfect for the cold weather, and a little lighter without using cream. This is from allrecipes.com. 4 Macintosh apples - peeled, cored and chopped 1 tablespoon butter 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup water 1 teaspoon white sugar Melt butter in a large …
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Don't want to give out candy? Check out some other ideas.
Tired of giving out the same fun-sized bags of candy on Halloween? Looking for a perhaps healthier or non-food idea to hand out on the upcoming holiday? Patch Picks today provides some ideas, a week ahead of the Oct. 31 holiday. I'll start with a disclaimer that I'm not to be blamed if your house gets egged or toilet papered by little ghouls or goblins whose sweet tooth you angered by handing out pencils or raisins. That said, you might be looking for some Halloween candy alternatives. Here's some inspiration: Most of these items can be found at Sudbury Farms, Shaws, Rite Aid or other local stores. Plus, your kids can stock up on eggs and toilet paper while you're forgoing the candy aisle. Do you have other non-candy Halloween hand-out …
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Several local travel agents take the work out of planning a vacation.
While the snow hasn't started to fly, it's never too soon to start planning your next vacation, whether you're getting away for the holidays or taking a break next spring. While the Internet has made do-it-yourself vacation planning easy, there's something to be said for passing the legwork on to someone else. Travel agents know which hotels are the nicest, tour groups to trust and secret getaway spots. Here are a few local companies that could help plan your next retreat:
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Summer vacation is almost over. Is your student prepared to head back to the classroom?
Yes, we still have most of August left to enjoy the summer season. But don't blink, because before you know it that big, yellow school bus will pull up to your children's bus stop for the first day of school. Are you ready? Are they ready? If you're unsure, here's a list of what every student needs for that first day back (recommendations courtesy greatschools.org.):
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
With gas prices back on the rise, use these tips to minimize trips to the gas station.
Have you noticed gas prices have increased by about 10 cents per gallon over the past two weeks? We have. So to curb you angst over trips to the gas station, here are some tips to get the most mileage out of your fuel. Aggressive driving (speeding, rapid acceleration and braking) wastes gas. It can lower your gas mileage by 33 percent at highway speeds and by 5 percent around town. Sensible driving is also safer for you and others, so you may save more than gas money. Fixing a car that is noticeably out of tune or has failed an emissions test can improve its gas mileage by an average of 4 percent, though results vary based on the kind of repair and how well it is done. Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, …
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
With eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile virus (WNV) detected in parts of Massachusetts, take these precautions to reduce the risk.
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012
(EDITOR'S NOTE: Tips courtesy Center for Disease Control.) There is no vaccine against Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) or West Nile Virus (WNV) for humans. Reducing exposure to mosquitoes is the best defense against infection with EEE and WNV and other mosquito-borne viruses. There are several approaches you and your family can use to prevent and control mosquito-borne diseases.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
When packing the sunscreen, beach towels and cooler, don't forget one of these books to help get you through the day.
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012
(EDITOR'S NOTE: The following books were recommended by Goodnow Library.) By Jennifer Weiner Actors aren't the only ones trying to make it in Hollywood . . . At 23, Ruth Saunders left her childhood home in Massachusetts and headed west with her seventy-year-old grandma in tow, hoping to make it as a screenwriter. Six years later, she has hit the jackpot when she gets The Call: the sitcom she wrote, The Next Best Thing, has gotten the green light, and Ruthie's going to be the showrunner. But her dreams of Hollywood happiness are threatened by demanding actors, number-crunching executives, an unrequited crush on her boss, and her grandmother's impending nuptials. Set against the fascinating backdrop of Los Angeles show business culture, with…
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Choose from classic American fare, Japanese and British-style restaurants.
70 Worcester Road, Framingham When to go: Tuesdays The great news ... kids eat free all day. Order pizza, pasta, grilled chicken, pasta, and more. 1138 Worcester Road, Framingham. When to go: Sundays Kids 10 years old and younger eat for free while also receiving free cotton candy and a show presented by Magic by George between 5-8 p.m. 18 Commonwealth Ave, Concord When to go: The day after the Red Sox bring home a victory. Parents with kids 10 years old and younger will be able to celebrate a Sox win this year without breaking the bank. Kids can order hot dogs, burgers, grilled cheese sandwichs and more, all for free. They can even order a free ice cream sandwich. have something extra to smile about when the Red Sox win this baseball …
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Cell phones and high temperatures are not a good mix, so don't leave your phone in your car during hot days.
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Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Tips courtesy Marissa Dursin.
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