It has been a while since I sat down to write an article and I didn’t realize it had been so long! It feels like some days there is so much to do. I went to visit my family and saw my niece graduate from high school. She has done so well and it was …
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It’s almost Thanksgiving Eve and everyone is making plans. Some are going to cook and host, some will travel to meet up with family or friends and some may just order in take-out and rest! My mom used to make her “Holiday” dinner for all of the special occasions. She would make the pies the …
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How to reduce calories, save money and have a refreshing beverage.
So, while we are almost back to normal, now there is the new Delta variant. We are not out of the woods yet! So, it is still good to have a stash of good pantry staples to feed you and your family. What is in your stash? I have found that tortillas, cheese and salsa …
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Dinner time! Planning a meal, healthy or just filling, every night takes time and energy. Especially, when you want to be frugal and healthy or even if you just want an easy meal that is tasty without breaking the bank. With so many folks cooped up at home many of us either had to learn …
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While I was thinking about writing about another food recipe, as food is really one of life’s pleasures, I feel the need to talk dollars and sense. Money can be a big (and sometimes painful) issue and there are plenty of blogs about money. I wonder how many people are intimidated by the financial blogs …
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A quote to indicate a certain level of comfort and for good reason. A delicious roast chicken is fulfilling for both the tummy and the soul. For Christmas this year, I decided to make my lemon rosemary chicken. It is easy and delicious and … can provide tasty leftovers and then great soup. The secret …
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During this time, we are busy with what to make for dinner and what can we make with the food we have on hand. Many of us keep some of the usual baking supplies but what can we make that is tasty and delicious and maybe even comforting. For Easter I was looking for a …
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Hi All, I am using a recipe from The Kitchn (not a typo) website, as a jumping or should I say “leaping” off starting point. For my first try I am only using only 1 can beans, and I have followed the instructions to rinse and let dry and preheat the oven. I tossed them …
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Hi and Welcome! I feel like this is going to be a great year and the start to a wonderful decade. I started this blog as more than one person has suggested that I do this.
