Happy Birthday FunnySpoon!

Wow, it's already been two years of sassy cooking shortcuts. We hope we've helped make dinnertime and parties easier for you!

So why not share the love with your sassy friends?

• Already signed up for our emails? We'll send a FunnySpoon grocery tote to the fan that forwards today's email to the most people. Yep - YOU get a present on OUR birthday!


• Not signed up yet? Sign up today so you don't miss out on future rewards like this (plus that little side benefit of getting our awesome emails packed with sassy recipes to help make your weeknight dinners just a little bit easier).

All done? Time to get festive and celebrate with our fun and easy Birthday Cupcakes:

Thanks for celebrating with us - we've enjoyed having you around for the past two years!

Simple Summer Winners

A big thanks to all the bloggers who entered the Simple Summer Contest. We really appreciate you spreading the word about us and hope that everyone is enjoying our simple summer recipes!

So, without further ado, we'd like to announce the winners:

Grand Prize
Winner: Rita, from One 2 Try
Prizes:

• A Henckel 17-piece knife block set ($89.95 value) or a Cuisinart PowerBlend Duet Blender/Food Processor ($99.95 value).


• A FunnySpoon canvas, reusable grocery tote.


• A Simple Summer recipe created in her honor: Strawberry Kiwi Shortcake.

Runners-Up
Winner: Michelle, from A Happy Hippy Mom
Prizes:

• A FunnySpoon canvas, reusable grocery tote.


• A Simple Summer recipe created in her honor: Fruit and Cheese Bites.

Winner: Beth, from The Fabulous Won
Prizes:

• A FunnySpoon canvas, reusable grocery tote.


• A Simple Summer recipe created in her honor: Mexican Bean Salad.

Congratulations again to all the winners and thanks to everyone who participated. To stay updated on our latest promotions, be sure to sign up to receive our twice-monthly emails!

Kids in the Kitchen Contest

Got big plans this weekend? Hopefully you have time to squeeze in a few minutes to enter our Kids in the Kitchen contest!

We've teamed up with Nucking Futs Mama, super cool mom blogger, to see just how much your kiddos know about the trials, er, um, joys of cooking. Share a story and you could win an eco-friendly, reusable grocery tote! Simply ask your kids how they think you prepare their favorite meals, and share what they said via email, our blog (comment below), or our Facebook page.

Need some inspiration? Check out this cute video of Nucking Futs Mama's kids explaining how they think she cooks their faves:



So what are you waiting for? Enter today!

Contest ends May 30, 2010 at 11:59 pm

Chop Chop Board Giveaway!!

A special congrats to our two winners so far: Karen C., Vonnie J., and Theresa H.!!

We have a handful of flexible cutting boards (aka chop-chop boards) thanks to our friends from SeaPak Shrimp Company. And one of these fabulous little gems can be yours for the SIMPLE effort of leaving a comment and letting us know your favorite way to cook seafood or fish. Do you like to grill it? Fry it? Broil it? Pan sear it? Steam it? Let us know by leaving a comment on our Facebook Wall or here on our blog.

We'll give one chop-chop board away per day (March 29 - April 4) through a random drawing of all the comments we receive.

NOTE:
Make sure you either leave your email address with your comment, are a fan on our Facebook page or email your contact information to eat@funnyspoon.com so we can contact you about your winnings!!!

Chop Chop Board Giveaway!!

A special congrats to our two winners so far: Theresa H., Vonnie J.!!

We have a handful of flexible cutting boards (aka chop-chop boards) thanks to our friends from SeaPak Shrimp Company. And one of these fabulous little gems can be yours for the SIMPLE effort of leaving a comment and letting us know your favorite way to cook seafood or fish. Do you like to grill it? Fry it? Broil it? Pan sear it? Steam it? Let us know by leaving a comment on our Facebook Wall or here on our blog.

We'll give one chop-chop board away per day (March 29 - April 4) through a random drawing of all the comments we receive.

NOTE:
Make sure you either leave your email address with your comment, are a fan on our Facebook page or email your contact information to eat@funnyspoon.com so we can contact you about your winnings!!!

Chop-Chop Board Giveaway

We have a handful of flexible cutting boards (aka chop-chop boards) thanks to our friends from SeaPak Shrimp Company. And one of these fabulous little gems can be yours for the SIMPLE effort of leaving a comment and letting us know your favorite way to cook seafood or fish. Do you like to grill it? Fry it? Broil it? Pan sear it? Steam it? Let us know by leaving a comment on our Facebook Wall or here on our blog.

We'll give one chop-chop board away per day (March 29 - April 4) through a random drawing of all the comments we receive.

NOTE:
Make sure you either leave your email address with your comment, are a fan on our Facebook page or email your contact information to eat@funnyspoon.com so we can contact you about your winnings!!!

Indulge in a Heart-Healthy Valentine's Day!

At FunnySpoon, we keep things SIMPLE. So for Valentine's Day we're going to kill three birds with one stone: indulge in delicious dishes, stick to our New Year's resolution of eating healthy, and celebrate National Heart Health Month. Sound impossible? It's easy with our SIMPLE recommendations below!

SIMPLE recipes

Whether you're cooking for that special someone or having friends over for a singles night, this menu is sure to win hearts!

• Shrimp Diavolo: In just 20 minutes, you'll have a restaurant-quality meal in the coziness of your own home. Plus you'll get 1 of your 2 recommended servings of seafood for the week - packed with heart-healthy omega-3's!




• Italian Artichoke Salad: An easy side salad that squeezes some greens into dinner (your heart with thank you!) but won't leave embarassing bits in your teeth.




• Sweetheart Cupcakes: They're just as tasty as they look but not nearly as bad for you as you'd think - just replace the vegetable oil with heart-healthy olive oil and you're actually doing something good for yourself!

Top it all off with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon from our obsession-of-the-moment, Mad Housewife Wine, and you'll be helping fend off heart attacks. Who wouldn't fall in love with that?

Get more V-Day inspiration with all our SIMPLE Valentine's Day recipes!

SIMPLE heart health


What are you doing this month to keep your heart healthy? Share on our blog, Facebook, or Twitter and automatically be entered to win a copy of "Living the Thin Life" by Elle Meyer. Her book lets you in on some excellent secrets and is chock full of tips on weight maintenance. Read the full contest rules.

SIMPLE survey

It would warm our hearts if you took our quick survey. We'd love to hear what you think about FunnySpoon and what we can do to make 2010 more SIMPLE for you. So if you have 43 seconds to spare, tell us what you think!

Bon Appétit!
Carrie & Vicki

A SIMPLE Start to 2010

The new year is here! Have some goals (aka: pesky resolutions) for 2010? Make sure you don't fall off the wagon by setting small goals for yourself - you'll be able to see success and stay motivated. Personally, we set quarterly goals rather than big, scary annual goals that seem insurmountable.

So, if you have a goal to eat healthier or eat at home more, then FunnySpoon is here to help. We're kicking off the year (or at least the next three months!) with: SIMPLE meals. SIMPLE prep. SIMPLE success.

SIMPLE recipes

Swap a few things in your menu to add a little more excitement around dinnertime (and lighten up on the calories!)

Instead of a burger, go for a Salmon Burger. Just as tasty, lower in calories and packed with those fabulous Omega-3s!

Add a little zing to your basic chicken dish with Chicken Dijon - it's sure to pack a flavor punch!

Baked, not fried, Spicy Fish Fingers are a hit with the kiddos AND adults, and provide a ton of fresh protein with a little crunch.

Mexican anyone? Turkey Tacos are an easy way to add variety. Sub ground turkey for ground beef and you drastically reduce the calories with NO ONE even knowing!


Looking for more SIMPLE light & healthy meals? We've got plenty!

SIMPLE motivation

To help keep you motivated we're giving away copies of "Living the Thin Life” by Elle Meyer. Her book lets you in on some excellent secrets and is chock full of tips on weight maintenance. For your chance to win, SIMPLY share one of your goals, challenges or weight management tips through our blog, Facebook or Twitter. Read the full contest rules.




SIMPLE support

And, please take a few moments to think about the people of Haiti and do whatever you can to help them. Donate a few dollars, a few hours or even plan a mission trip to help rebuild. Any SIMPLE act of generosity and kindness is needed and appreciated.

Bon Appétit!
Carrie & Vicki

Veggie Tuesday: Pizza Time

OK, I know it's late, but I went to see "A Christmas Story" (the play version) and it was awesome. Anyway, what I meant to recommend early for a quick and easy dinner (perhaps before going to see a holiday play?) is this yummy Spinach and Artichoke Pizza from Farm Rich. We all know I love cheese, so the cheese sticks totally hit the spot, but then the spinach and artichokes make me feel less guilty. So happy holidays and bon appetit!

Pssst! Notice how this recipe uses Farm Rich? Just leave a comment on the blog, the recipe, or our Facebook fan page and you're automatically entered to win our weekly contest for a free Farm Rich product. So what are you waiting for?

Cozy Up Tonight!

With the cold wave passing through the nation (and if it hasn't hit you, don't rub it in!) why not cozy up tonight with these tasty cinnamon treats:

Cinn-ful Apple Cider



Maple, Apple, and Cinnamon Dip



Got something to say? Share it on the blog, Facebook or Twitter! If you mention Farm Rich you'll automatically be entered in our contest for a free Farm Rich product. While you're at it, might as well check out all our fabulous contests!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

National Pastry Day

We'll probably be indulging ourselves all month, so might as well start now, right? For National Pastry Day try one of the following easy treats, and spend the rest of your time making your wish list for the holidays!

These Chocolate Croissants are a taste of Paris (home of the best pastries in the world!) right at home - and only have two ingredients!



This Strawberry Shortcake is marginally more difficult with a whopping three ingredients but I'm pretty sure you can handle it. Plus it uses one of our freezer faves: Farm Rich French Toast Sticks.



Got something to say? Share it on the blog, Facebook or Twitter! If you mention Farm Rich you'll automatically be entered in our contest for a free Farm Rich product. While you're at it, might as well check out all our fabulous contests!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

Two Ways to Win This Holiday Season

This holiday season we're offering two ways to win some great goodies from Farm Rich!

The Farm Rich Coupon Giveaway

You probably noticed we've been talking about Farm Rich lately. That's because we really love their products! They're totally tasty and super easy to prepare, which is exactly what FunnySpoon is all about.

But enough blabbing from us - what do you think? Have a favorite recipe using Farm Rich you'd like to share? Tried a Farm Rich recipe and want to tell us how it went? Addicted to a particular Farm Rich product and want to admit it to the rest of us?

Simply cruise over to your fave FunnySpoon online destination - FunnySpoon.com, here at the FunnyScoop blog, Facebook, or Twitter - and share what you think about Farm Rich. From now until December 31, 2009, the first two people to buzz about Farm Rich each week will score a coupon for a FREE Farm Rich product. (Read the rules here.) So c'mon, get into the spirit of giving and share your kitchen wisdom!



The Meatball Cookbook Giveaway
We've got a few copies of "101 Things to do with Meatballs", by Stephanie Ashcraft, and we'd love to share them with our fans. So from now until December 31, 2009, everyone that opts in to receive our FunnyMail emails will be entered to win a free cookbook. (Read the rules here.)



We're spreading the joy, you're spreading the word!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

The FunnySpoon Toys for Tots Facebook Challenge

We set a goal for ourselves to reach 1,000 Facebook fans by the end of the year. We really think Facebook is a great way to reach fans like you - people that are internet savvy and interested in recipes - because most people are already on Facebook and it makes it one less place to go to get what you're looking for.

We also like to help out charities around the holidays. This year we chose Toys for Tots because we saw all the children in our lives we were buying presents for and felt bad that there are less fortunate kids who won't be getting any presents.

So you're probably wondering what our point is! Well, we decided to combine our two goals and donate $1 for every new Facebook fan we get before Dececember 31, 2009 (up to 1,000 total fans). The contest started yesterday and we've already added 60 new people! So (and you don't have to be a math whiz for this), that's $60 already headed toward Toys for Tots.

Want to help us reach our goal? Want to help kids in need this holiday season? Become a fan of FunnySpoon on Facebook or share this with your friends and encourage them to!

FunnySpoon and Toys for Tots thank you!

Check out the full contest rules.

Two Ways to Win This Holiday Season

This holiday season we're offering two ways to win some great goodies from Farm Rich!

The Farm Rich Coupon Giveaway

You probably noticed we've been talking about Farm Rich lately. That's because we really love their products! They're totally tasty and super easy to prepare, which is exactly what FunnySpoon is all about.

But enough blabbing from us - what do you think? Have a favorite recipe using Farm Rich you'd like to share? Tried a Farm Rich recipe and want to tell us how it went? Addicted to a particular Farm Rich product and want to admit it to the rest of us?

Simply cruise over to your fave FunnySpoon online destination - FunnySpoon.com, here at the FunnyScoop blog, Facebook, or Twitter - and share what you think about Farm Rich. From now until December 31, 2009, the first two people to buzz about Farm Rich each week will score a coupon for a FREE Farm Rich product. (Read the rules here.) So c'mon, get into the spirit of giving and share your kitchen wisdom!



The Meatball Cookbook Giveaway
We've got a few copies of "101 Things to do with Meatballs", by Stephanie Ashcraft, and we'd love to share them with our fans. So from now until December 31, 2009, everyone that opts in to receive our FunnyMail emails will be entered to win a free cookbook. (Read the rules here.)



We're spreading the joy, you're spreading the word!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

Two Ways to Win This Holiday Season

This holiday season we're offering two ways to win some great goodies from Farm Rich!

The Farm Rich Coupon Giveaway

You probably noticed we've been talking about Farm Rich lately. That's because we really love their products! They're totally tasty and super easy to prepare, which is exactly what FunnySpoon is all about.

But enough blabbing from us - what do you think? Have a favorite recipe using Farm Rich you'd like to share? Tried a Farm Rich recipe and want to tell us how it went? Addicted to a particular Farm Rich product and want to admit it to the rest of us?

Simply cruise over to your fave FunnySpoon online destination - FunnySpoon.com, here at the FunnyScoop blog, Facebook, or Twitter - and share what you think about Farm Rich. From now until December 31, 2009, the first two people to buzz about Farm Rich each week will score a coupon for a FREE Farm Rich product. (Read the rules here.) So c'mon, get into the spirit of giving and share your kitchen wisdom!



The Meatball Cookbook Giveaway
We've got a few copies of "101 Things to do with Meatballs", by Stephanie Ashcraft, and we'd love to share them with our fans. So from now until December 31, 2009, everyone that opts in to receive our FunnyMail emails will be entered to win a free cookbook. (Read the rules here.)



We're spreading the joy, you're spreading the word!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

Two Ways to Win This Holiday Season

This holiday season we're offering two ways to win some great goodies from Farm Rich!

The Farm Rich Coupon Giveaway

You probably noticed we've been talking about Farm Rich lately. That's because we really love their products! They're totally tasty and super easy to prepare, which is exactly what FunnySpoon is all about.

But enough blabbing from us - what do you think? Have a favorite recipe using Farm Rich you'd like to share? Tried a Farm Rich recipe and want to tell us how it went? Addicted to a particular Farm Rich product and want to admit it to the rest of us?

Simply cruise over to your fave FunnySpoon online destination - FunnySpoon.com, here at the FunnyScoop blog, Facebook, or Twitter - and share what you think about Farm Rich. From now until December 31, 2009, the first two people to buzz about Farm Rich each week will score a coupon for a FREE Farm Rich product. (Read the rules here.) So c'mon, get into the spirit of giving and share your kitchen wisdom!



The Meatball Cookbook Giveaway
We've got a few copies of "101 Things to do with Meatballs", by Stephanie Ashcraft, and we'd love to share them with our fans. So from now until December 31, 2009, everyone that opts in to receive our FunnyMail emails will be entered to win a free cookbook. (Read the rules here.)



We're spreading the joy, you're spreading the word!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

Two Ways to Win This Holiday Season

This holiday season we're offering two ways to win some great goodies from Farm Rich!

The Farm Rich Coupon Giveaway

You probably noticed we've been talking about Farm Rich lately. That's because we really love their products! They're totally tasty and super easy to prepare, which is exactly what FunnySpoon is all about.

But enough blabbing from us - what do you think? Have a favorite recipe using Farm Rich you'd like to share? Tried a Farm Rich recipe and want to tell us how it went? Addicted to a particular Farm Rich product and want to admit it to the rest of us?

Simply cruise over to your fave FunnySpoon online destination - FunnySpoon.com, here at the FunnyScoop blog, Facebook, or Twitter - and share what you think about Farm Rich. From now until December 31, 2009, the first two people to buzz about Farm Rich each week will score a coupon for a FREE Farm Rich product. (Read the rules here.) So c'mon, get into the spirit of giving and share your kitchen wisdom!



The Meatball Cookbook Giveaway
We've got a few copies of "101 Things to do with Meatballs", by Stephanie Ashcraft, and we'd love to share them with our fans. So from now until December 31, 2009, everyone that opts in to receive our FunnyMail emails will be entered to win a free cookbook. (Read the rules here.)



We're spreading the joy, you're spreading the word!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

Two Ways to Win This Holiday Season

This holiday season we're offering two ways to win some great goodies from Farm Rich!

The Farm Rich Coupon Giveaway

You probably noticed we've been talking about Farm Rich lately. That's because we really love their products! They're totally tasty and super easy to prepare, which is exactly what FunnySpoon is all about.

But enough blabbing from us - what do you think? Have a favorite recipe using Farm Rich you'd like to share? Tried a Farm Rich recipe and want to tell us how it went? Addicted to a particular Farm Rich product and want to admit it to the rest of us?

Simply cruise over to your fave FunnySpoon online destination - FunnySpoon.com, here at the FunnyScoop blog, Facebook, or Twitter - and share what you think about Farm Rich. From now until December 31, 2009, the first two people to buzz about Farm Rich each week will score a coupon for a FREE Farm Rich product. (Read the rules here.) So c'mon, get into the spirit of giving and share your kitchen wisdom!



The Meatball Cookbook Giveaway
We've got a few copies of "101 Things to do with Meatballs", by Stephanie Ashcraft, and we'd love to share them with our fans. So from now until December 31, 2009, everyone that opts in to receive our FunnyMail emails will be entered to win a free cookbook. (Read the rules here.)



We're spreading the joy, you're spreading the word!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

A Season For Giving

Halloween may be over but we're still riding the sugar high straight into the holidays! We're hyped up and super excited to get into the spirit of giving. Read on to see how you can score some goodies!

Save Some Dough ...

You probably noticed we've been talking about Farm Rich lately. That's because we really love their products! They're totally tasty and super easy to prepare, which is exactly what FunnySpoon is all about.

But enough blabbing from us - what do you think? Have a favorite recipe using Farm Rich you'd like to share? Tried a Farm Rich recipe and want to tell us how it went? Addicted to a particular Farm Rich product and want to admit it to the rest of us?

Simply cruise over to your fave FunnySpoon online destination - FunnySpoon.com, here at the FunnyScoop blog, Facebook, or Twitter - and share what you think about Farm Rich. From now until December 31, 2009, the first two people to buzz about Farm Rich each week will score a coupon for a FREE Farm Rich product. (Read the rules here.) So c'mon, get into the spirit of giving and share your kitchen wisdom!



... And Eat Some Meatballs!

What's better than a giveaway? Two giveaways! We've got a few copies of "101 Things to do with Meatballs", by Stephanie Ashcraft, and we'd love to share them with our fans. So from now until December 31, 2009, everyone that opts in to receive our FunnyMail emails will be entered to win a free cookbook. (Read the rules here.)



We're spreading the joy, you're spreading the word!

Farm Rich is a brand we personally love and is also one of our sponsors. Thanks to brands like them, we can recommend tasty, high quality products while keeping the site alive. Want more info? Check out our advertisers page.

FunnySpoon's SeaPak Simple Seafood Giveaway - Congrats To All Our Winners!

Congratulations to all the winners of FunnySpoon's SeaPak Smarter Seafood Giveaway. In addition to all great recipes and coupons you received in the cookbook, you're now opted-in to recieve FunnyMail emails, with the latest tips, recipes, and promotion information from FunnySpoon. To see the full list of winners, visit our promotions page.

Feel left out? Opt-in to FunnyMails today and you'll be informed of the latest promotions as soon as they are announced!