Turkey Trot and Thanksgiving Recap

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A week late? Why the heck not. As you all know, I put out a challenge about 8 weeks ago asking people to do the Turkey Trot Challenge with us. About thirty people joined in as well as several of our family members and we all prepared together using the fun little training guide I [...]

Thanksgiving for 6 Under $60 – Cranberry Walnut Salad

Alright guys, we’re in the homestretch of Thanksgiving for 6 Under $60 – thanks to everyone for all their support and kindness. I have appreciated every single email and comment. Speaking of: Did you know you can email me at thefamilypracticeblog{at}gmail.com or shoot me a tweet over @fampracticeblog – I’m always happy to answer questions [...]

Thanksgiving for 6 Under $60 – Garlic Rosemary Mashed Potatoes

I love these potatoes because they are fluffy and light but have a great creamy texture to them thanks to the inclusion of Chobani yogurt. They also don’t harden up like other mashed potatoes might when they get cold on your plate. To be honest, I am eating leftovers of these as I type this post [...]

Thanksgiving for 6 Under $60 – Sweet Potato Wontons Final

**I have re-created this recipe as of November 9, 2012 cutting about half of the prep time. Please see the updated recipe here.** This is the second stage for this recipe which we began as part of our pre-Thanksgiving prep work Sweet Potato Wontons See the start of the recipe here. Ingredients needed now: ¼ [...]

Thanksgiving for 6 Under $60 – Classic Baked Sweet Potatoes

I have used the canned variety in this recipe for sake of convenience and speed. Feel free to sub in fresh sweet potatoes instead just be sure to steam them first. Sweet Potatoes Prep Time: 2 min Cook Time: 15 min Serves: 6 Ingredients: 1 Large Can Princella Sweet Potatoes, drained and rinse ¼ Cup [...]