Jumpin-Beans

As kids head back to school after a nice winter break, lets keep a few snacking tips available for when mom (or dad) needs just a few minutes to spare. Here are a few back to school snacking tips,  shared from Farm Rich: ·              Start the Week  Off  Right .  For Bethanne Latkso of Worchester, Mass., organization is the key.  “I have two kids, a busy husband, and I’m designing my own jewelry line, so I don’t have time for frequent trips to the grocery store. Instead, every Saturday, I map out the week’s activities and plan our meals and snacks around that.”  Latkso says in addition to saving time during the week, planning also helps eliminate poor food choices.  “Because I’m eliminating impulse buying, I make better food choices – everything from buying more fresh fruits and vegetables, to buying better snacks for my kids.” ·        ...

Working in a bar for so long, I miss the "bar type" foods at times... You know what I mean... I was excited to have the chance to try out some of the appetizers from Farm Rich. I have seen the bags in the freezer, but really, just never thought to grab it and give it a try! Until now... I figured I would be nice and let Marc pick, since I normally get everything... He decided that he would go with the Chicken, Cheese and Bacon Sandwich Melts. .. It actually surprised me, since he is not really a chicken fan... But, that was what he chose... (I was eyeing it, but was going to let him pick!) These are really easy to make! I have made these for our lunch before... I have also given Broxton one as a snack when he decides that breakfast and lunch just are not that interesting... This boy cracks me up when he pulls his "I'm done" and he has eaten like 2 bites! Well, he likes these... and it has meat and cheese, so I go with it... Not always, but sometimes! I like how...