Sometimes when you think about making things from scratch, you might be picture a homesteader making everything from scratch. But even just making some things from scratch can be worth it, especially if it’s something you eat a lot of. Or it might be one of those things that just tastes better from scratch. I don’t […]
This traditional sweet potato casserole is a crowd favorite! It’s sweet and comforting and includes the perfect layers of sweet and crunch. You can add nuts if you’d like: simply add finely chopped pecans or walnuts to the brown sugar mixture before sprinkling over the sweet potatoes. PrintSweet Potato Casserole Ingredients2 lbs sweet potatoes 1/4 […]
This rice recipe is SO easy, but it makes rice that is crazy flavorful and savory. And it’s a perfect Thanksgiving side dish! It’s called Stick of Butter rice because, well, it uses a whole stick of butter (and a few other pantry ingredients). It would also be great with sliced onions or broccoli added! […]
Most of us are perpetually on a journey to improve our health. And while we’re all in different seasons and have different health goals, a good salad is a pretty universal way to have a healthy meal that includes all the nutrients you need. The only problem I find with having regular salads is all […]
During weeks that I have long to-do lists, the slow cooker is my best friend. You can basically dump a bunch of ingredients in, go about your business, and come back to a meal that’s hot and delicious. This slow cooker beef stir fry is no exception. It’s flavorful, full of veggies, and way healthier […]
In the fall, like most people, I get in the mood for pumpkin. There are lots of hot options that include pumpkin, but I decided to try using pumpkin in my morning smoothie to see if it would also hit the spot. Good news—it does! This is a fresh and filling breakfast option that tastes […]
If you’ve got bananas and chocolate, you can make this yummy treat! You may have seen a product in the grocery store called Banana Dippers: they’re essentially sliced bananas dipped in chocolate. You can make them yourself for a lot cheaper. This would be a great treat for your kids to help with, too. The […]
