The Redesign of My Wooden Spoon

If you’re a subscriber, I’d love for you to click through and see the new look of My Wooden Spoon. Of course you can get an idea with the screen shots but I’d still love for you stop by and  say howdy!
Thanks to the lovely Wordpress Mama, Daisy Olsen (who is also my blog’s… [Continue Reading]

100 Recipes, 1-Million Dollar Winner

I absolutely love challenges, cook-offs, and bake-offs which is why I’m constantly watching shows like Challenge, Chopped, and Iron Chef but have you ever considered entering a food challenge (<–which btw, the winner will be announced soon)?  As much as I love challenges, I don’t know if I’d enter.  I’m just not that creative but… [Continue Reading]

Get Your Munch On During the Game with VELVEETA Beer and Chorizo Dip!

Down, set, HUT HUT VELVEETA!  Yep, it’s that time again, time for the championship football game that all of us football fans anticipate the whole year!  And what comes along with football?? That’s right!!! DIP!  You can’t watch such an exciting football game without dip and chips, come on now.   Not only do we root… [Continue Reading]

FOOD CHALLENGE! What Recipe Will YOU Make?

UPDATED: this food challenge is over. Thanks so much to those who participated!
I’ve been wanting to host a food challenge for such a long time now and thought 2010 would be the perfect time to start it! This is a monthly challenge with a grand prize winner.  You DO NOT have to be a… [Continue Reading]

Food for Thought – 2009 Recap

2009 has been such a wonderful year for My Wooden Spoon. I’m so grateful for you guys that read and support my blog. I’m grateful for the opportunities that have come way. I’ve had so much fun working with Oscar Mayer in making my very own sandwich, being a Velveeta Kitchenista/Spokesblogger, partnering… [Continue Reading]

Tomato, Bacon and Onion Gratin

Tomatoes and onions create some wonderful dishes and this one is no exception.  Because it’s nearly impossible to find green tomatoes around here, I used firm red tomatoes instead.  This is part two of three of the dinner meal I planned for you guys.  You can see the creamed corn I made earlier and stay… [Continue Reading]

3 Appetizing Party Food Recipes

I’m lousy at hosting parties. I’ve never been around that sort of thing so I’ve never been real sure of how to set things up. Thankfully I have a cousin who is good at it.  I figure there are plenty of other folks that are just as party challenged as I am and thought I’d… [Continue Reading]

VELVEETA it Kitchenista – Wednesday’s Waste Not, Want Not

Last year I had the honor of working with Kraft Velveeta creating the winning recipe, Shrimp Stroganoff Casserole and this year I’m honored to say I’m a VELVEETA it Kitchenista!  Me and 4 other bloggers were asked to take part in a campaign to bring you Velveeta recipes and tips & advice to help make… [Continue Reading]

Upcoming Robin Miller Interview and Recipe

How many of you are looking for a quick-fix meal? Robin Miller is your gal! Have you seen her on Food Network?  She’s fabulous and makes delicious meals that are super easy to make.  You can find Robin Miller cookbooks everywhere or you can visit Embrace Dinner and check out some of her “Keep… [Continue Reading]

Paula Deen’s The Deen Family Cookbook TSV at QVC

Today only, you can get Paula Deen’s The Deen Family Cookbook for $16.58! It’s QVC’s Today Special Value and only lasts one day at that price. NOT a member? Signing up is EASY! If you do, you’ll get a $10 credit! (for new members only) Let me know if you sign up for the… [Continue Reading]

Paula Deen’s Crab and Spinach Casserole

Paula Deen’s recipes are the best and this one is no exception.  My internet has been down for over a day so hopefully things will get back to normal soon!
INGREDIENTS

2 10-oz packages of frozen leaf spinach (thawed and drained)
1/2 cup or 1 stick of butter
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp grated yellow onion
1/3 cup all-purpose… [Continue Reading]

FREE Eat Better in America Coupons!

Just thought I’d share these coupons, $10 worth to help you eat better in America! It also has healthy eating tips and healthy recipes!  Just trying to be frugal ya know!
And if you know of any coupons or anything, check out my personal blog for a frugal idea/tip roundup! You can link your own… [Continue Reading]

A Look Back at My Wooden Spoon’s 2008 Journey

This blog has come a really long ways and I am so proud of it.  I’ve worked really hard on improving things with the content, readership, and photos.  2008 has been a great ride and I can’t wait to see what 2009 has in store!
JANUARY

Flour Tortillas
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pineapple Upside Down Cake

FEBRUARY

Bacon Wrapped… [Continue Reading]