OAMM Cook Off

Once A Month Mom Cook Off

On February 1, 2010 by Tricia

The Once A Month Mom Cook Off is designed to motivate and inspire you to dive into once a month cooking (also referred to as power cooking, freezer cooking, oamc and bulk cooking). We want you to cook all or part of the February 2010 Once A Month Mom menu AND keep track of your spending on this project. It really isn’t too difficult of a task, especially when you are given all of the resources to accomplish it!

Menu Plan Monday

Meal Plan Monday: February 1, 2010

On February 1, 2010 by Tricia

Celebrating the very first Blogiversary with a Menu Plan Monday for a busy week, including some travel to a conference.

Menu Plan Monday

Meal Plan Monday: January 25, 2010

On January 25, 2010 by Tricia

Is it nearing the end of January already? My how time goes so quickly. We are still working on the Eat from the Pantry Challenge. Here is what we are eating this week.

Eat From The Pantry (Freezer) Challenge

On December 30, 2009 by Tricia

When Crystal from Money Saving Mom tweeted that she and Jessica from Life As Mom were hosting a Eat from the Pantry Challenge I knew I was all in. Here is their plan and my plan for the month of January.

The Ground Beef Fiasco

On December 16, 2009 by Tricia

One reader tells her tail of purchasing 80 lbs of ground beef to save money and stock her freezer. See how she did it and how you can save money doing the same.

Frugal Kitchen Tips – Make the Most of Meat

On December 11, 2009 by Tricia

You don’t have to follow the Once A Month Mom every month (but that would be silly). If you are looking for a simple way to “take off” this month here are some great suggestions for utilizing on sale cuts of meat at your local grocer for quick and easy meals.

Christmas Gifts From Your Kitchen

On December 7, 2009 by Tricia

Making Christmas gifts from your kitchen is a great way to share your giftedness in cooking while maintaining a healthy budget. Here are a few ideas on making some Christmas gifts this season.

Homemade Holiday Gift Ideas

On December 5, 2009 by Tricia

Making your own Christmas gifts is always a great way to save money and put a little more heart into the season. Here is one readers suggestions for gifting from the heart.

Menu Plan Monday

Meal Plan Monday – November 16th

On November 16, 2009 by Tricia

I am slowing down my pace these last few weeks before the baby comes. My blood pressure has stayed in check and I would like it to stay that way. We are doing “simple” around here and trying to use up some more of the items in our freezer. Here is what I have planned for this week.

Cuisinart Rice Cooker Review

On November 13, 2009 by Tricia

If you are making your own baby food a rice/vegetable steamer is an invaluable appliance. We also occasionally have use for them on our Once a Month Mom cooking days. Here is a review of one you might want to consider this holiday season.