2015 was the year of insanity. It was also the year of amazing. Okay, really, it's just that my twins were born in January and oh my GOODNESS we ate out every time I turned around. Especially the first three months. Soooo much of the dreaded golden arches. So, in 2016, I've made a goal … Continue reading Eating Out Less in 2016
kitchen stewardship
The Story of a Stew
I don't often make a stew in the middle of summer, but sometimes I start adding ingredients and change gears in the middle of my roasting pan. This one-pan stew, for instance, started out as a pork roast and morphed into stew before it even went into the oven. For me, that's what truly inspired … Continue reading The Story of a Stew
Better Living Through Leftovers
Earlier this week, I posted on how easy it is to stretch and enrich your meals using scraps and leftovers. For example, got a salad that's less than fresh? Wilt it in melted fat and cook as for greens along with a fresher vegetable. Now, one of the ways that you can reduce your energy … Continue reading Better Living Through Leftovers
Stretch Your Budget and Enrich Your Plate – With Leftovers!
I know, I know. No one really enjoys leftovers. Gracious, I don't even enjoy them as they are. But, have you ever thought of what they could be? Cucumbers wilting? Slice them into coins and freeze them in a single layer on a plate. Once frozen, transfer to sandwich-size zipper baggies for storage. Use them … Continue reading Stretch Your Budget and Enrich Your Plate – With Leftovers!
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