F4T: Stevia vs Splenda Sugar Substitute

Do you know if a sugar substitute such as Stevia is better than Splenda? As a diabetic, I'm always concerned with my sugar intake.

As a lover of sweets, I admit that I don't avoid sugar snacks and desserts as much as I should, but I do limit the amount of sugar and carbs that I consume. I use a sugar substitute to help my health goals and still enjoy a sweet treat.

Love Food: Pop's Pork Tamales

Every Christmas growing up, my Grama made tamales. It was the highlight of the holiday.

I must have devoured a dozen each year (not all at once). I watched her make them and when I was old enough, I helped.

Home Business: Be Self Employed

Many people think about how to be self employed. Moms and Dads want to work from home and make money with a laptop sitting on your kitchen table. If you're thinking about a home business, the economy is ripe with potential for success.

No one disagrees that the economy has been brutal and many people from all walks of life hesitated to start a business. Some startups failed. Many filed bankruptcy.

Make It Monday: Roasted Chicken and Potatoes

It's Make-It-Monday with another mouth-tingling meal. This recipe from McCormick uses rosemary, an herb indigenous to the Mediterranean. Rosemary has a warm, peppery aroma and a piney flavor with hints of nutmeg. Its strong flavor imparts both sweet and savory notes to food and works well in a variety of dishes.