Mommy, What's For Dinner?: A Fun Bloggy Award, and a Bento Link

Arkonite's Bento has given us this award! I'm interested in browsing her blog for more great Bento ideas! Thank you!

Recipe Key

In Black--Nutrition Facts--all nutrition facts are calculated using the original recipe and will change with substitutions or eliminations.
In Purple--Miscellaneous--Notes on brands, facts on nutrition or random observations.
In Orange--Suggested Sides--side dishes we think might go good with your main course.
In Blue--How Kids Can Help--Get the entire family involved, finish quicker, and create lasting memories!
In Green--Make It Healthier--options for different prep or ingredients for a healthier meal.
In Red--Tips and Tricks--The posted recipe is the original form. In this section, we will list tidbits like different ways to prepare the meal, ways to save time, what ingredients can be substituted or eliminated or anything we found particularly helpful.

Saving Time And Money

Creative Cutters Set of 6--my son will eat anything that is cut into a fun shape. These sturdy yet affordable miniature cutters are perfect for sandwiches, fruit, cheese and more!
Microwave Steamer--Great for steaming vegetables or melting butter.
Garlic Press--This is a Pampered Chef model, but any garlic press will do. Fresh garlic adds flavor to meals!
Pampered Chef Food Chopper--this handy chopper cuts fruits, veggies, even meat! It is dishwasher safe and easy to use, but watch your fingers because it is sharp!
Individual Spice Packets--several companies sell spices in 2 TBSP packets for about 1.50 each. Perfect for those times when you don't need to buy the entire jar.
Under construction--check back soon!

Mommy, What's For Dinner?