In the fall our children return to school, there is a crisp coolness in the air, and I turn another magnificent year older. For me, this is also a great time to rid our home of unnecessary items. From sports uniforms to VHS tapes, here are 50 things you can let go…right now. THE LIST… Read More Create (Space): Autumn Cleaning
Two delicious ways (one being vegan) to prepare macaroni & cheese topped with savory caramelized onions. Ingredients: non vegan 1½ cups pasta shells 2 sweet yellow onions, sliced into thin rings 1 egg white 2 tablespoons avocado oil 1 cup low fat milk 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour ½ teaspoon each pink Himalayan salt… Read More Mac & Cheese Topped with Caramelized Onions
What’s summer without a cool, refreshing drink? Try this sweet and spicy libation. Ingredients: ½ cup water ½ cup brown sugar 2 drops natural clove oil or ½ teaspoon ground cloves 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorn 1 cinnamon stick ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or seeds from 1 vanilla bean ¼… Read More Spiced Cherry-Vanilla Soda
Cheer up your Spring table setting with one of these fresh and fun ideas. Place foam letter sticker on hard boiled egg. Spray egg with metallic paint ( I used Krylon in rose gold). Allow 45 minutes to dry. Done! Place foam letter stickers on wood tag (these tags are from Michael’s).… Read More Spring Place Cards
Magnolia Market 1) Etched Glass Jars $18-$20 2) Wadi Bowl $16-$38 3) Mason Jar Tote $68 4) Ward Pillow $129 5) Sweet Cream and Sugar Cones $25 6) Turkish Tea Towels $18 7) Crossbody Bag $160 The Little Market 1) Diamond Woven Vase 2) Scallop Picture Frame 3) Mexican Serape Blanket 4) Pom-Pom Tote… Read More Market Finds: Magnolia Market & The Little Market
There’s no better way to eat chicken than this crispy (and sweet) recipe. Ingredients: 3½ pounds Chicken wings. 1 teaspoon basil. 1 teaspoon seasoning salt. 1 teaspoon course ground black pepper. ¹⁄3 cup maple syrup. 2 tablespoons honey. 1 teaspoon ground ginger. 2 tablespoons soy sauce. 3 garlic cloves, chopped. Directions: Preheat oven to 400º F.… Read More Maple Ginger Chicken Wings
Whether its brunch, lunch, or dinner, there is a place on the menu for this simply delicious dish. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 cup spinach, coarsely chopped. 3 garlic cloves, chopped. ½ cup ricotta. ¼ cup Parmesan, shredded. 1 tablespoon lemon juice. ½ teaspoon each; sea salt & pepper. 1 tablespoon cornmeal 1 pound… Read More Crab, Spinach, & Artichoke Pizza
I can definitely say I enjoy a good steak; however, I believe in a healthy variety of foods. For an easy yet hardy vegetarian inspired dish, try this savory recipe. Ingredients: 6-8 ounces brown rice noodles or Pad Thai noodles. ½ large onion, coarsely chopped. 1 red pepper, chopped to your liking. 2 carrots, chopped into small… Read More Vegetable Pad Thai
Chicken and rice are a weeknight staple in our home. If this is the same for you, add a little almond milk for a delicious change of pace. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 chicken thighs Sea salt & pepper ½ large yellow onion, chopped 8 ounces white mushrooms, sliced 10 ounces cherry tomatoes 1 teaspoon… Read More Almond Chicken Casserole
When it comes to comfort food, lasagna is hands down the absolute best (at least in my opinion). Aside from being the most amazing dish-slash-meal, its practical when it comes to feeding large groups. We had a gathering for my sons 2nd birthday and the lasagna paired with a mixed vegie salad was the obvious… Read More Meat Lovers Lasagna
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