Caroline Siegrist, Author at Cool Mom Eats

6 must-have single-task kitchen gadgets that are worth the money (and even the space).

by Caroline Siegrist | Jul 18, 2016 | Shopping Finds

Kitchen space, especially counter space, is a precious commodity in my small-ish kitchen, so in order for a gadget to earn a piece of prime real estate, it really has to earn its keep. Stand mixer? A shoo-in. Cast-iron skillet? Worth its weight in gold. But what about...

Save money at the grocery store by avoiding these 8 sneaky supermarket tricks.

by Caroline Siegrist | Jul 14, 2016 | Tips + Tricks

I may not speak for everyone, but my own critical thinking capacity pretty much evaporates when I walk into the grocery store. I’m usually hungry and in a rush—and never mind if I’ve got children in tow. Then, as soon as I walk in, the smell of fresh baked...

$5 coffee? Save money with these 9 Starbucks copycat recipes that you can make at home.

by Caroline Siegrist | Jul 6, 2016 | Recipes

For coffee lovers—and, really, for almost everyone—dropping $5 on a speciality coffee or tea drink is a not-so-unusual occurrence. Maybe even an everyday occurrence. But if you’re like me and these little indulgences start to put a strain on your food budget,...

13 watermelon hacks and serving ideas you must try this summer.

by Caroline Siegrist | Jun 25, 2016 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

You’ve done the work of picking the perfect watermelon and hauling it home, despite a weight that is roughly equal to that of a small toddler. Now it’s time to enjoy your watermelon. Skip the boring cubes and opt for one of these watermelon hacks instead,...

How to avoid ice cream freezer burn in 4 easy (and very important) steps.

by Caroline Siegrist | Jun 21, 2016 | Tips + Tricks

There are few disappointments in life like returning to a gallon of ice cream for a late-night, kid-free splurge and discovering that what was once blissfully smooth and creamy is now spiked with ice crystals, far less flavorful, and also crunchy. Cue the ice cream...