8 glasses of water a day says conventional wisdom, but how many of you actually drink that much? And for kids it is even harder when water needs to compete with the many other sugary drink options available. Drinking enough water throughout the day is important for long term health and happiness. But sometimes, it […]
Month: September 2013
How to Cook the Perfect Egg
Ah, the humble egg. Cooked properly they’re fluffy and delicious. Cooked incorrectly and they turn out limp, and rubbery. The ultimate challenge is cooking the perfect egg whether it may be fried, scrambled or poached. It’s not as easy as it looks. Today we show you the basics of eggs and offer some unique ways […]
The Ultimate Guide to Freezer Cooking (Part II)
Now that you know what foods and meals freeze well and have gotten all your materials organized, it’s time to get down to it: shopping and cooking! We will focus on how to do one cooking session for your freezer, but of course, depending on your time you can choose to simply double or triple […]
The Ultimate Guide to Freezer Cooking (Part I)
The Internet is full of links and recommendations for freezer cooking, but it can be overwhelming trying to sort through it all. Today we break it down for you step by step. Be prepared for lots of ideas, tips and recipes! But first, what is freezer cooking? Freezer cooking is when you cook a meal, […]
Do You Eat Breakfast? Plus 6 Go-To Recipes
Do you eat breakfast? If you skip breakfast, you’re not alone. In the rush out the door, this important meal is often forgotten. But it’s not just adults either. Studies have found that 40% of Canadian children do not eat breakfast on a daily basis. A shocking statistic considering research has found that having a […]
10 Easy and Healthy After School Snacks
One of the first things your child is most likely to say when he or she gets home is “I’m hungry.” Coming up with different snacks each day can be tough and they can only eat so many granola bars and carrot sticks before getting bored. Today we’ve round up 10 easy and healthy after […]
Creative School Lunch Ideas
When putting together a lunch for your kids, variety is key. No one wants to be eating the same dry sandwich day after day (just as one of our team members – that’s all she remembers from her school lunches!). Beyond variety, it is important to remember the 4 food groups as outlined in Canada’s […]
Back to School Giveaway!
As we head into the back to school season, we want to help busy mothers, and their families get settled into a new routine. Our convenient and tasty products make a great addition to meals or can be served as a meal on their own. That is why, we’ve teamed up with Mommy Kat and […]