Even though it’s the beginning of April we had an unseasonable warm few days. Today it almost reached 90 degrees and reminded me so much of summer. I had my doors and windows open and was outside as much as I could be with my dogs. Of course with the warm temperatures outside I...
I have to admit that sometimes I get lazy in the kitchen. I just don’t want to have to be in there for an hour preparing a meal. That is one of the main reasons why I love to have “throw and go” recipes ready for both my slow cooker and my Instant Pot....
Aldi had their blueberries on special this week. Only $.89 for a pint, so I bought a few. As I was sitting here tonight thinking about what to fix for dinner I kept thinking about creating a baked oatmeal recipe. So I decided to be unconventional with my dinner plans and went ahead and...
I love cooking all kinds of beans in my Instant Pot! They are so easy to make and you get so much more for your money. You also don’t have to worry about unwanted additives or the high amounts of salt you find in canned beans. I love cooking the beans this way, because...
Dump and set recipes make eating healthy so much easier! And when you’re using either a slow cooker or an electric pressure cooker, it’s a no brainer. I actually made this soup on an evening when I needed something I could make quickly with little fuss. I had forgotten to thaw out meat, so...
Do you regularly eat dark, leafy greens? For many, this food isn’t often included in their diet, apart from an occassional salad. But by adding more leafy greens, you can boost your nutrient levels and that can help your body heal and thrive. There are plenty of different types of leafy green vegetables to...
Breakfast can be tricky when you’re single. So I’m working on finding new ideas for breakfast, or even for quick snacks on the run. I love baked oatmeal a lot, but most recipes are too large for one person. Baking these in individual portions seemed like a better option for me. I have some...
When it comes to getting more produce in your diet, salads can really help! I have been enjoying trying new taste combinations in my salad. This past year, there’s been a good amount of emphasis on sweet and savory combinations. This salad is no exception, but it’s not over the top sweet. I love...
