Save money by making your own flavored "instant" oatmeal instead of buying pre-packaged.
Want to prepare a hot breakfast but pressed for time in the morning? Instead of reaching for a box of instant oatmeal packets, buy a canister of quick cooking oats and use this simple recipe to save about 40 percent per serving, cut back on sugar, calories and additives. It will only take you about 30 seconds longer to prepare. You'll also be helping the environment by eliminating all that excess packaging!
Need a quick dessert, but short on time? Try dressing up some store bought rice pudding.
Place 1/2 cup of dark rum in a glass measure and microwave for 15-30 seconds to warm it slightly. Put a half cup of golden raisins in a small bowl, pour the rum over them (make sure they are submerged) and allow to stand for about 20 minutes. After the raisins have "plumped", add a 22 ounce container of rice pudding along with some cinnamon, nutmeg and an extra splash of rum.
The trend toward healthier, all-natural foods provides access to organically grown fruits and veggies in our local grocery stores. Since organic oranges haven't been sprayed with any pesticides, try using them to make your own dried orange peel.
Peel an orange or two as you normally would for eating, trying to keep the pieces of peel as large as possible. Lay them skin side down on a cutting board, and with a sharp knife at a slight angle to the board...
