Brussels sprouts are something I hated as a child, and into adulthood I assumed I would always hate them. But then I tried them after someone roasted them, and my life was changed. That’s a little dramatic, but it did make me realize that I love brussels sprouts—if they are prepared correctly! These are a […]
Yes, your home can feel magical without overspending! You don’t need to buy into the “more is more” mentality and you don’t need a big budget to make your home feel warm, festive, and full of holiday cheer. With a little creativity (and maybe a few things you already own), you can transform your space into […]
The cost of groceries continues to rise, and even when we are doing everything we can to shop the sales and stock our pantries, inflation is a real thing. Planning to feed a lot of people over the holidays can be overwhelming, but remember that less important than the food is the fact that you […]
This caprese chicken recipe is super flavorful and comes together quickly! Combine chicken with tomatoes, mozzarella, and a homemade balsamic glaze. A couple of notes: Use fresh or dried basil (whichever you prefer or have on hand)! You can also buy pre-made balsamic glaze in grocery stores. PrintCaprese Chicken Recipe Ingredients1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 2 […]
Thanksgiving is coming up and it’s a great time to celebrate family and friends and food and all of the things we are thankful for. But just because it’s an important holiday doesn’t mean it has to be an expensive one. Here are a couple of budget-friendly Thanksgiving menu ideas that can help you have […]
The holiday season is upon us, which can often mean lots of opportunities and situations where you need to — or just want to — provide a small gift. All of these together can add up, though! I’ve come up with a list of simple and frugal gift ideas for holiday gift exchanges. This might […]
Every month I give you a monthly meal plan with lots of different recipes, many of which are favorites at our house. But in reality, we eat a lot of the same things over and over again. As the holidays approach and the weather cools off, I crave simplicity as well as cozy food. Instead […]
Whether it’s the holiday season or not, I love a potluck. It might be for church, a kid activity, or just a bunch of friends getting together. One of my go-to potluck recipes is macaroni and cheese. Other people usually bring the same thing, but I’ll tell you something–there is never any macaroni and cheese […]
Who doesn’t love a good snack? My kids sometimes seem to want to eat all day, but I don’t want them eating cookies and chips all day. Over the years I’ve come up with some healthy appetizer and snack recipes that are now part of our family’s regular snack routine. We also sometimes have a […]
