MomTalk.com July 23, 2008: The women's magazine for moms about children, family, health, home, fashion, careers, marriage & more

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Summer Steak Wraps

The intriguing fresh flavors and textures of Tunisian Steak Lettuce Wraps will impress your friends and family. A new take on the classic London Broil recipe, marinated beef top round steak is grilled to medium rare perfection (145 degrees F). Leafy lettuce cups cradle the thin slices of steak and crisp vegetable slaw. Add an accent of the date spread, sprinkle with fresh mint and roll!

Not only is beef top round steak readily available and affordable, it's also one of the 29 cuts of beef that meet government guidelines for lean. Lean beef is a naturally rich source of nine essential nutrients, including protein, ... Continue reading Summer Steak Wraps .

Homemade Beauty Recipes and Remedies

by Sander Bel

Making your own homemade beauty products is much easier than you'd think. The recipes that you find on this site are easy to follow along and use mostly common household products.

Aphrodite Apple Mask - 1 T Applesauce, 1 T Wheat Germ Puree apple in a blender or add applesauce to a small bowl. Mix in the wheat germ to form a paste. Apply to washed, scrubbed, and steamed face. Allow mask to set for 10-15 minutes. Tone then moisturize.

Grape Cleanser Recipe - Grape juice makes an excellent cleanser for any skin type. Simply ... Continue reading Homemade Beauty Recipes and Remedies .

Kids Eat Free!

We've updated the list! Momtalk.com tries to keep the listings as current as possible, but before visiting any of the following local restaurants, we recommend calling ahead to verify that a kid promotion is still in effect.

Have a 9-year old who eats like a horse? A toddler who only eats red food? Need a break? All of the above? These Twin Cities locales feed kids for free. Check the day and/or age restrictions and chow down.

Daily

White Castle
All locations
www.whitecastle.com
Kids eat free 4-8pm; Dine-in only, one free kid's meal per adult meal purch ... Continue reading Kids Eat Free!.

Getting Outdoors With Your Toddler

As the weather warms and families come out to play, moms and dads often wonder how they can keep their toddler busy outdoors while spending quality time together. There's no need to stock up on hundreds of dollars worth of toys or fancy games. Just a few strategic playthings powered by children and their imaginations are all parents need to get outdoors with their toddler.

"Unstructured play and simple games are really great ways to engage young children" says Robert Pasin, father of three and Chief Wagon Officer at Radio Flyer -- makers of wagons and ride-on toys for children. "Parents seeking quality ways ... Continue reading Getting Outdoors With Your Toddler.

Get Cooking in the Twin Cities

Tired of that same old chicken recipe? Wish you could whip up something really good, something exotic? Or perhaps you interested in nutrition and weight loss, and need to find healthy recipes.Maybe it's time you checked out some Minneapolis-St. Paul cooking classes. In addition to learning and cooking, the classes are a lot of fun. Led by enthusiastic and capable chefs, you'll leave the class ready to try all your new recipes.

Let's Cook
Lets Cook, in Northeast Minneapolis, is the place for the hands-on gourmet cook or beginner. Providing quality, durable and affordable cooking equipment, ... Continue reading Get Cooking in the Twin Cities.

The Frugal Shopper's Favorite Frugal Tips

By Sandy Shields

The following are my favorite frugal tips that I use on a regular basis. I hope that they will help you as much as they have helped me and my family.

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• Keep a positive attitude.
When you succeed at saving money you are helping yourself. Pat yourself on the back for meeting your goals. Remember that just because you have determined to live by a budget, does not mean that you are "cheap".

• Be content with what you have.
Remember that you have so much more than most people in this world. Do not view budg ... Continue reading The Frugal Shopper's Favorite Frugal Tips.

Romantic Outings in the Twin Cities

By Megan Torrini

Whether you want to relax outside and watch a beautiful sunset in the warm months or snuggle with your honey alongside a fireplace in the winter months, the Minneapolis-St. Paul area boasts many romantic destinations. Although Minneapolis weather conditions can be extreme, there are plenty of romantic things to do no matter what the season. We've compiled our list of the 10 best Twin Cities romantic outings- so leave the kids with a sitter, plan a date and cozy up with your sweetie.

Walk the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Trail
Step back into Minneapolis hist ... Continue reading Romantic Outings in the Twin Cities.

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