Entries by Lauren Johnson

How to Grill Steak to Perfection

If you’re like us, grill season doesn’t end just because of a little rain…or snow…. or hail… or hurricane. If you’re also like us, you’ve perhaps over (or under) cooked your meat once or twice. Here are a few tips to help you make sure what you’re grilling is always PERFECT (sidebar: if red meat […]

Summer Kebabs

There’s still time to fire up the grill before summer comes to an end…and what better way to warm things up than with some delicious kebabs? Use some of our Jokari skewers and follow these recipes for the yummiest treats on a stick this side of ice pops! VEGETABLE KEBABS WITH MARINADE (Source: Damn Delicious) […]

Using Soda to Make Desserts Pop!

Did you know you can use your favorite sodas in desserts? Here are two recipes that use Pepsi and Mountain Dew to create mouthwatering, indulgent sweets! DOUBLE FUDGE CHOCOLATE PEPSI CAKE (TIME: 55 MINUTES, SERVES 16-20) Ingredients: -1 cup Pepsi -½ cup vegetable oil -1 stick butter -3 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder -2 cups sugar […]

Parenting On the Go: Dinner

As much as we want to give our families home-cooked dinners every night, sometimes it feels like an impossibility. You’re far too busy to prepare even the most basic of meals. But you don’t need a lot of time to create something special if you use these recipes. PORK AND BEANS PASTA You really only […]

Timesaving Tips for Families On The Go

When you’re a busy parent, you find yourself wishing for even just a few extra minutes. This is especially true with summer vacation arriving. Whether you’re planning a trip out of town or indulging in a “staycation,” whatever you can do to save some time is extremely welcome. Here are a few ways to shave […]