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OAMC with Only a Refrigerator Freezer

On April 29, 2009 by Tricia

If you don’t own a stand-alone freezer you have probably asked yourself if this Once A Month Meals stuff can be done with just a refrigerator freezer. I have been doubtful but MJ proved me wrong this last month. Here is a great recap from a woman who made it happen!

Is Bulk Really Better?

On April 27, 2009 by Tricia

Have you ever wondered if the deal you are getting on that giant box of macaroni and cheese is a good deal? A reader answers the question today of whether buying in bulk will really save you money.

Zesting an Orange!

On March 25, 2009 by Tricia

Did you see Orange Zest in the Whole Wheat Orange Spice Muffins and wonder what to do? We have some answers for you!

Food Processors & OAMC: Part 1 – Types of Food Processors

On March 17, 2009 by Tricia

I realize that I often take some knowledge, such as what items work in a food processor, for granted. In light of that I thought I would do a series of posts this week on using your food processor for OAM cooking. Today we will start with – “Are all food processors alike?”

Shopping For The FINAL Day Before Your OAM Cooking BIG DAY!

On February 22, 2009 by Tricia

I have so much information in my head about how to make your Once A Month Cooking BIG DAY run smoothly, that I hardly think I have enough time in the next week to get it all out! But here is my attempt to share with you some good approaches to your final grocery shopping days leading up to your Once A Month Cooking BIG DAY.

Can You Refreeze Frozen Veggies and Fruits?

On February 4, 2009 by Tricia

I asked this exact question when I first started making my own baby food. After all, sometimes it is just easier to buy frozen (and cheaper). I did a little digging several months ago and found this info.

But I Don’t Have a Big Kitchen!

On February 1, 2009 by Tricia

Having a small kitchen shouldn’t discourage you. Just a little bit of planning beforehand can help you use your small space as efficient as possible.

Some Useful Conversions

On February 1, 2009 by Tricia

Here are some quick conversions to help you as you go about making your own baby food at home.