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...
Instant Pot Rice and Black Beans
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....
5 Herbs that Can Help Lower Stress
Let’s face it, most people spend a good bit of time feeling stressed out. And there are times in life when stress is even higher than normal. When stress is at it’s peak, having multiple ways to reduce it can be good! Meditation, deep breathing, laughter and exercise are just a few of the...
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal Cups
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...
Instant Pot Black Beans
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...
Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup
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...
6 Ways to Support Your Immune System Naturally
In early 2020 we started hearing about a new virus that was beginning to spread in the Wuhan region of China, known as COVID-19 or the coronavirus. This virus is from a family of coronaviruses that also include SARS and MERS. The virus has symptoms such as cough, fever and breathing difficulties. Some could experience...
Health Benefits of Leafy Greens
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...