Family Eats

10/06/2026

Is your college student living on a steady diet of late-night instant ramen, fast food drive-thru, and energy drinks?

Studies show that only 21% of college students eat a balanced diet. Between tight budgets, academic stress, and living away from home for the first time, most students default to heavily processed convenience foods. In fact, nearly 70% of students gain weight during college, and poor nutrition directly impacts their energy, focus, and mental health.

You cannot be there to cook them a homemade dinner every night, but you can give them the tools to feed themselves right.
Help them break the cycle of junk food with my book,

The College Kids Guide to Cooking.

This book is the ultimate survival guide for busy students, It features simple dishes anyone can make and teaches the basic kitchen skills that build lifelong healthy habits.

Click the link below to grab your copy of The College Kids Guide to Cooking today.
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09/24/2026

If it's time to replace your nonstick cookware - I suggest trying out the new Forged Steel Series from Hell's Kitchen Cookware I"ve been testing this pan for the last several weeks, and it performs perfectly -- a clean release for delicate food, even heat distribution, and ease of cleaning (wipes clean in seconds). Head on over to Family Eats for more insight and my discussion with the company CEO.

There are a lot of things that can make cooking frustrating. Sometimes it’s finding the time to prepare meals, other times it’s not knowing what […]

09/19/2026

I've been doing a little product testing recently. This time its the Hell's Kitchen Forged Steel Series nonstick pans. Enamel and ceramic coated, with a heavy-gauged forged steel makes this cookware perfect for eggs, delicate fish - and even searing. Hell's Kitchen Cookware

There are a lot of things that can make cooking frustrating. Sometimes it’s finding the time to prepare meals, other times it’s not knowing what […]

08/25/2026

The College Kid's Guide to Cooking is the practical kitchen companion every college student needs to eat well, save money, and feel confident in the kitchen. From planning meals and creating a food budget to stocking your pantry, shopping smarter, preparing ingredients, and making the most of leftovers, you'll learn how to turn everyday ingredients into satisfying meals without needed advanced cooking skills or expensive equipment.
Inside, you'll find a collection of easy, affordable, and college-friendly recipes designed for busy schedules and real-life situations. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HGGFRM7X

02/04/2026

Celebrating National Girls & Women in Sports Day. Through the years, each of my girls were active in sports - soccer, track, swimming and water polo. Their experiences benefitted them in so many ways.

01/30/2026

From time to time I page through my cookbooks in search of new inspiration for meals, or even reminders of some family favorites that I have not made in some time. Easy Asian Noodles by Helen Chen is one of those cookbooks I recently revisited. It has inspired many meals in our kitchen ever since I acquired it in 2010. Filled with approachable, fun and affordable recipes, this 16-year-old cookbook continues to serve me well, especially when I find myself in a mealtime rut.
??? What are your favorite ‘old’ cookbooks ????

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01/20/2026

Game watch with lots of new SF Canes frienda

01/13/2026

From your homemade pasta to the delicious creamy pesto with chicken, thank you .everage!
What are you making Mom and Dad tonight?

01/07/2026

My Weekly To Do:

1. This week I’ll prepare veggie bouillon cubes using our veggie scraps.

2. I’ll also be taking the garlic and onion skins to create a delicious seasoned salt – perhaps I’ll also be using the last of the lemons from our tree to add a bit more flavor.

Find one, easy-to-accomplish AND sustainable change that you can make in your kitchen. Share it in the comments

12/24/2025

It was a joint effort today to make the sauce and the nearly 150 ravioli for Christmas Eve dinner. Those who weren’t around to help today will make sure they’re around to eat it tomorrow! (Thanks .everage )