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There’s nothing better on a snowy day than a savory soup packed with beef and veggies. But dealing with a large cut like chuck roast can be a little tricky and time consuming. I look at every recipe from the standpoint of how to make it healthier or faster. Many are fine as they are, but when I see certain red flags or want some “method” options, it’s time for a recipe renovation!
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Pumpkin spice lattes, muffins, candles and even body products. I like pumpkin and it’s accompanying spices, but what if your favorite fall flavor is apple?
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Sadly, one of my favorite foods often gets a bad rap. Avocados are a natural healthy fat and a great addition to any diet. So smooth and creamy, it can even be part of a dessert (see that here). But I wanna share what my daughter and I discovered when she was still living at home. It’s basically the easiest snack ever.
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Ah, Thanksgiving…2 days worth of cooking for about 30 minutes of eating time. And then there’s leftovers. How do you keep serving the same things again and again without getting complaints? Here’s an idea…get creative with those Thanksgiving leftovers and make Thanksgiving Pizza!
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Ever see a kitchen hack that makes you wonder if it works? I do all the time, and I try to test ‘em so I can let you know things that will make your life easier. This time it’s storing berries in glass jars and YES, it works!
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I love nothing more than roasted sweet potatoes. But with the time it takes just to prep them, I was looking for a way to cook them faster so I could enjoy them sooner! And you can do that with the right tools! Did you know you can roast sweet potatoes in the Instant Pot or air fryer?
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Long ago, I went to a dinner whose salad had a sweet tart dressing I loved. You guessed it…it was Strawberry Vinaigrette. But since my foray into Whole30, I don’t just go out and buy salad dressing as most include sugars. Recently a friend shared that she makes her own with only 3 ingredients. So now I’m making Strawberry Vinaigrette myself…and you can, too!
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Are you a meat and eggs for breakfast person? Like really flavorful, kind of exotic meats? Then making Chorizo and Eggs at home will tickle your tastebuds, tummy, and wallet, too!
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Asparagus wasn’t a veggie I grew up eating fresh. And once I had that option, I didn’t know how to deal with it. It can go bad fairly quickly and some stems are better than others. So, here are the key tips for enjoying fresh asparagus.
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You have the best laid plans…eat healthier, specifically more greens. You buy kale, then promptly forget about it hiding in the drawer in the fridge. When you finally remember, it looks pitiful. So, what do you do with wilted kale? Don’t throw it away…make kale chips (or smoothies)!
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