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Tech For the Mistress of the Grill

First, let’s put an end to that myth that grills are the men’s domain. We do most of the cooking indoors so why should that be any different when we move outdoors? This week we did a round up of some of the best tech out there to make you a barbecue rock star.

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Cookin’ up some summer fun…

First up the Char-Broil Infrared Electric Grill that heats up super hot to sear and lowers quickly enough to seal in flavor, and, ok, it happens to be really cute. Then, onto The Omaha Steak’s Steak Time App which solves the age-old question, how long does this (fill in the blank) need to cook?  Lastly we are off to every chef’s nirvana for recipes that… well, let’s just say they’re a very good thing. So check out this week’s episode where Carley gets all up in your grill.

Who’s Ready to Get Grillin’?

I admit it… I’ve always been intimidated by the grill. I do pretty much all of the cooking around our house… But it’s my brother that does all of the grilling for dinners, BBQ’s, and parties. I totally love the idea behind the Char-Broil Patio Bistro Infrared Electric Grill, and how simple it would be to use. I had NO IDEA that you could get a grill that you simply plug-in and go. Easy peasy! Totally the type of grill that even I could handle, since I’ll have to learn to do it myself when my brother moves out. Plus, we host so many get-together’s all summer, from kids birthday bashes to the best pool parties, we totally rock outdoor living.

Yep, there’s an app for that

The Omaha Steak’s Steak Time App sounds awesome! I’ll definitely have to go check it out, and I know we’ll use it a ton. I love that it even reminds you when to flip! And the best part? It’s free. That’s my favorite price. Martha Stewart has some of the most amazing recipes on her site, and you’re sure to find tons of great new grilling ideas and inspiration. Some of her meals are a bit too complicated for me and my lazy cooking, {lol} but I’ve found plenty of simple options too. Both of these tech solutions will help you a ton this summer. {Want more fun party food ideas? Check out my Luau Party Ideas, and other Party Foods inspiration on Pinterest. So much fun stuff…}

Become a Mistress of the Grill this Summer

So, time to get over that fear of the grill, use the Steak Time app to look like a total pro while you’re cooking, {no one needs to know you’re cheating!} and try out some of those great Martha Stewart recipes at YOUR next outdoor party!

Digitwirl.com – Making Tech Work for You!

Digitwirl, Carely, Bio picDigitwirl is the weekly web show that offers simple solutions to modern day problems. In 3 minutes, Digitwirl brings busy women the very best time, money, and sanity-saving technology, and then teaches them how to use it, step-by-step. Digitwirl was created by technology lifestyle expert Carley Knobloch, who uses lots of technology to manage her busy life as mom of two and entrepreneur. Become a subscriber to get weekly show alerts and exclusive deals at Digitwirl.com, or follow Digitwirl on Twitter at @digitwirl.

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Free Cookbook: Make a Healthy Meal Plan in Minutes, for Diabetes, Weight Loss, Gluten Free + more!

Get a FREE Recipe Book for Diabetics!

Make a Healthy Meal Plan in Minutes! The Best of Diabetic Connect Low-Carb Recipes Includes: More than 60 delicious, healthy recipes 10g of carbs or less per serving—in every recipe. Pork, chicken, beef, desserts, soups, salads and much more.

This cookbook is filled with easy, healthy recipes that are targeted towards helping you to manage your diabetes. So if you, or someone you know, are suffering from Diabetes, this is a great book to get or send as a gift!

Great for ANYONE!

But, this is also a great diet plan to follow even if you’re not diabetic, but just trying to lose weight. All of the tips that are suggested- cutting out excess sugar, eating more fruits, veggi’s, and whole grains- are helpful to ANY families diet! So these recipes can be used by anyone, and they’re all really good too. {I have this book, and have made many of the recipes included}. There are also many recipes included that can be used in a Gluten-Free diet too!

Includes Recipes like:

  • Savory Italian Grilled Chicken
  • Pepper-Lime Chicken
  • Grilled-Glazed Salmon
  • Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Cups
  • Teriyaki Kabobs
  • Flourless Brownies {great for a Gluten-Free diet!}

So check it out, and request YOUR free cookbook today… Free Cookbook. {UPDATE: This has changed a bit from when I ordered the older version last year. You now have to view a few offers before taken to the page to get your cookbook… A lot of them are actually some super great freebies, but some may not be needed. Just hit “skip” or “no thanks” to get to the cookbook if you’re not interested in them. They share these ad’s to cover the cost of all of the freebies that they give you! And you also get a chance to join their community afterward, with more free tools and options!}

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Recipe Mom: Get FREE Family Recipes Weekly!

Mom, whats for dinner??

Get simple to prepare, healthy, family friendly recipe ideas sent right to your email once a week, for FREE! Love this site.

Get Quick and Easy Recipes the Whole Family Can Enjoy! Click Here to sign up.

Easy peasy dinner time solutions!

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Kraft – Good Eating, Good Living!

Kraft - Good Eating Good Living

Have you signed up for this new newsletter from Kraft foods yet?

Good Eating, Good Living!

This is a weekly newsletter with great goodies like:

  • Simple, healthy meals.
  • Money-saving coupons and samples.
  • Tips for eating well and being active.
  • Instant access to their ebooks.
  • And more!

Check it out, and get signed up today. Getting on mailing lists for all of your favorite companies is a GREAT way to get freebies!

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FREE FAMILY RECIPE TIPS!



Check it out…

Recipe Mom’s Weekly Newsletter!

Get Quick and Easy Recipes the Whole Family Can Enjoy! Click Here to get on the list!

  • These recipes are developed just for busy moms…
  • They’re family-friendly foods that kids will love.
  • The recipes are quick and simple to prepare.
  • You get just one email each week, with a bunch of great new meals to try out!

So go check it out and find some new family favorites!

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Blog Bash 2011 Giveaway!!

Welcome to the Blog Bash 2011 Giveaway!

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I’m so excited about this…There are 150 blogs participating, and each one is offering a prize (or prizes) valued at $100 or more!! Amazing, right? So after you enter this one, make sure to use the linky at the bottom to check out the other giveaways too…

Check out my prize package, valued at $150!

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~The OXO Good Grips 15-Piece Everyday Kitchen Tool Set. This set is amazing, seriously. ~

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~The Fix-it and Enjoy-it Cookbook, from one of my favorite cookbook series. I have a few from this set, and they’re HUGE timesavers!~

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~And, last but not least, another amazing cookbook, The Potluck Cookbook, Classic Recipes for Any Occasion! This is so retro and fun, with the greatest graphics. Love it. ~

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Now, the good part…

How To Enter:

Mandatory Entry:

Subscribe to Sunshine and Sippy Cups by email {the little subscribe box on the top right} and leave me a comment telling me you did, or that you already are!

Bonus Entries:

  • Follow Sunshine and Sippy Cups on Twitter, and leave me a comment letting me know!
  • Like Sunshine and Sippy Cups on Facebook and leave another new comment telling you did!
  • Follow Sunshine and Sippy Cups on GFC, the box up on the right side, then leave another new comment letting me know!
  • Share this giveaway!! Post it to Facebook, share it on Twitter, whatever you want! Just come back here and leave me a link letting me know where you shared it, and you can do this ONCE a DAY for BONUS entries!!
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Rules:

This giveaway is open to U.S. Residents only {sorry Canada, I’m paying for shipping on this one myself, so I’ve gotta keep it in the U.S.!} 18+. This giveaway begins at 12:01 am EST June 22nd and ends at 11:59 pm PST June 26th. Winner will be chosen using Random.org, and will have 48 hours to respond to my email before an alternate will be chosen. Mandatory entry MUST be done for all other entries to count. Be honest, because I verify the winner :)

{And, I have another fun giveaway right now too… Check it out and enter to win 100 Free Photo or Business Postcards!!}

Now, check out the rest of the party, and enter to win in all of the other giveaways from June 22-June 26!!

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Happy Hot Dog Man

You must watch this…

Why? Well, I’m not sure. All I know is that you must.

I was almost speechless after watching this video. And that is an incredibly rare occurrence.

But then again, it is incredibly rare to find a video sharing a product like this. “Have a contest, and see which one of you is the weiner…” Great lines like that don’t come around every day, right?

This is just incredible to me. It makes me wonder who would invent something like this? Who buys this? But then secretly, I caught myself wondering if maybe I COULD buy this somewhere? I now kind of want to make a hot dog man to dance for dinner…

What do you think…? Am I crazy, or is there a slight bit of awesomness mixed in with the weirdness of this product?…. :)

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