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• Instant Pot Chicken Paella

  

  Instant Pot Bacon Cauliflower Soup Ingredients 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 yellow... Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Freezing and Drying Woody Herbs

  

  My herb garden can have good years and bad years. This year was somewhere in the middle, not great, not horrible. Too much rain in the beginning of the year... Read more

  Posted on 13 August 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili

  

  Vegetarian Chili Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 cups chopped onions 1 tablespoon minced garlic 3 1/2 cups vegetable stock 2/3 cup... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Instant Pot Bacon Cauliflower Soup

  

  It's been a long time since I've touched this blog. Approximately three years ago, I became very burnt out with blogging. It started out as fun, and then it... Read more

  Posted on 04 August 2018 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• How to Store Fresh Parsley and Cilantro

  

  Grocery stores sell food to make money. That means when you buy fresh vegetables, fruit, and herbs they are displayed and sold in a way that takes the least... Read more

  Posted on 27 August 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Homemade Jalapeno Mint Jelly

  

  When mint grows it can take over a garden. One little plant turns into a monster in a matter of weeks and then you're left scratching your head over what to do... Read more

  Posted on 21 August 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• How to Use Coffee Grounds in Your Garden

  

  Having grown up in Seattle coffee has always been a part of my life. I've had every type of coffee making gizmo you can imagine and have a very particular way... Read more

  Posted on 13 August 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Fresh Garden Mint Iced Tea

  

  It's August and that means most gardens are overflowing with fruits, vegetables, and herbs. After having spent months tending to our plants, our gardens are... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Freezing Fresh Garden Tomatoes

  

  Winter tomatoes can be a huge letdown. They are more often than not often lacking in flavor and can cost over twice as much as canned. Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Drying Fresh Garden Herbs

  

  My garden every year can be a series of near disasters. I love gardening, but there is a lot of work that goes into beautiful looking vegetables, fruits, and... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Dutch Oven Cheddar Cheese Bread

  

  I am not great with being a team player, I never have been. Growing up I was naturally drawn to running, swimming, and dance. If I did well it was me doing it,... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Elvis Snack Mix

  

  I used to love weekends. After having kids I look forward to weekdays and when my kids go back to school. I thought I was the only one until I decided to ask... Read more

  Posted on 19 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• White Chocolate Pistachio Snack Mix

  

  Both of my kids are in school this year. That should be a good thing, it turns out it has brought about a lot of drama. My oldest was officially diagnosed with... Read more

  Posted on 17 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Roasted Beets and Garlic Sautéed Beet Greens

  

  I hate adults this time of the year. It's the beginning of the "when I grew up" stories. You know what I mean, the stories that start with a phrase about... Read more

  Posted on 07 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Almond Meal Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

  

  It seems food guilt is everywhere these days. Every month there is a new article meant to scare people about the dangers of various foods. You thought soy was... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Spicy Franks and Beans

  

  This is the happiest time of the year, unless you are shopping. At the grocery store this weekend I ran into multiple women who must be trying to do too many... Read more

  Posted on 07 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Delicious Pumpkin Muffins Using Monk Fruit In The Raw

  

  Disclaimer: I received this product for free from the sponsor of theMoms Meet SM program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. Read more

  Posted on 01 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Negra Modelo: the Perfect Compliment to a Great Homemade Meal

  

  Disclaimer: I received products and compensation from Negra Modelo in order to facilitate this post. As always all opinions expressed are my own. I love to... Read more

  Posted on 23 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Pork and Tomatillo Chili

  

  I've decided to scale Christmas down this year. It seems that Thanksgiving is almost forgotten with the rush to start buying Christmas gifts earlier and earlier. Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Southern Skillet Cornbread

  

  When my husband and I first got married my mother-in-law gifted me a set of cast iron skillets. I had no idea what to do with them. Read more

  Posted on 11 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES