Creating Peace and Joy Where it Matters Most
Have you ever looked at the back of a box of store-bought granola bars? The ingredient list is quite lengthy. Products that have more than 6 to 8 ingredients usually cause me a little concern. Especially when some of them are not recognizable as real food in the slightest. Thankfully, it is easy to make [...]
I make these cookies so often it is laughable. The entire family enjoys them. Even my husband, who doesn’t really care for cookies. In fact, I think he asks for them more than anyone. These oatmeal cookies are not overly sweet and full of real food ingredients. The batter itself is pretty good, too. I [...]
If you are following along with the baking cup fiasco, in which I order 4,320 baking cups by mistake, you might be happy to know that Azure Standard is allowing me to return two of the boxes! Hooray. So, now I only have 1, 440 baking cups. Still more than the 180 I intended to [...]
It seems that kale is the new super food of choice. No matter what healthy eating philosophy you follow, kale is always recommended. Kale chips are also a growing in popularity. After seeing kale chips mentioned so many times, I had to try them myself. I purchased a bag at my local health food store [...]
Is it mean to post two truffle recipes within a week of each other? I hope not, because that’s exactly what I’m doing! It is the time of year to make them after all. I love chocolate truffles because they are fairly easy to make and also grain free. I’ve been eliminating grains over the [...]
Decadent. Indulgent. Delicious. Chocolate truffles are a very special treat I make once a year or so. Did you know you can infuse chocolate truffles with herbs like peppermint? I didn’t! But thanks to the Herb Farm Cookbook, I am now aware of this delightful little piece of information. Before you click away thinking that [...]
If you have ever wondered how to use the different varieties of winter squash, you may want to rad my post over at Keeper of the Home. It’s full of ideas for using different varieties such as: acorn squash, butternut squash and Hubbard squash. Yum! Read the post here. Share this post: Recommend on Facebook [...]
Have you ever tried cocoa powder in your chili? It really adds a great depth of flavor (and color). Do note that this chili needs to simmer for a couple of hours, so plan ahead. Also, this chocolate chili freezes well. Make a big batch and save some for a busy day. You can even [...]
My kids love to cook. I think that’s a fairly common thing. Sometimes letting kids cook gets very messy. And sometimes it’s a little dangerous with all the hot pans and sharp knives. One thing I’ve found that is super easy for them to do (and is not dangerous at all – no chance of [...]
A good marinara sauce adds depth to pasta dishes, zest to pizza toppings, and is an excellent dip for Stromboli. It also goes well over spaghetti squash or vegetables. The following marinara sauce recipe is one I’ve been making for years.It’s easy to double or triple and freeze for future use. Here’s how to make [...]
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