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Honey Lavender Scones-A Taste of Spring Simplicity

Honey Lavender Scones-A Taste of Spring Simplicity

A gentle, fragrant scone that’s just right for spring mornings or Easter brunch.

Herbes de Provence Shortbread with Tart Lemon Glaze

Herbes de Provence Shortbread with Tart Lemon Glaze

Herbes de Provence is a fragrant herb blend from southeastern France, commonly used in cooking to enhance flavors. In this recipe, it complements buttery shortbread cookies with a tart lemon glaze, boasting floral notes from lavender. These cookies are an elegant treat suitable for special occasions or a creative culinary moment.

How to Make Chicken Italian Sausage at Home

How to Make Chicken Italian Sausage at Home

This Chicken Italian Sausage recipe is a game-changer for frugal home cooks. It’s simple, cost-effective, and packed with flavor. Whether adding it to pasta, stuffing peppers, or using it as a pizza topping, this versatile recipe will surely become a staple in your meal planning.

Silky Slow-Cooker Butternut Squash Soup: A  Winter Delight

Silky Slow-Cooker Butternut Squash Soup: A Winter Delight

Creamy, warm, and easy to make, Squash soup is the perfect answer to a winter meal. I like to assemble it the night before (or anytime the day before when I have the energy), and it’s a great recipe to experiment with your seasonings.

Thanksgiving 2024-Cooking Schedule

Thanksgiving 2024-Cooking Schedule

When I make a big meal, I find it is so much easier if I create some sort of Thanksgiving cooking schedule. To make a cooking schedule that makes sense, I write down what time I want to serve the meal and then backtrack the 

Thanksgiving Countdown 2024-Clean Your Fridge

Thanksgiving Countdown 2024-Clean Your Fridge

(this blog contains affiliate links) Thanksgiving Countdown: Cleaning Out the Fridge It’s not the most glamorous task, but it’s one of the most important parts of Thanksgiving prep: cleaning out the fridge. If you’re anything like me, this is a chore that tends to get 

Thanksgiving 2024 Menu Shopping List

Thanksgiving 2024 Menu Shopping List

Today’s topic is planning, or the dreaded shopping part of preparation. I have made another printable to make it at least a little interesting. The idea is to list what you are going to make for Thanksgiving on the left, and what ingredients you need 

Turmeric Coconut Rice

Turmeric Coconut Rice

Here’s a recipe for Turmeric Coconut Rice, a vibrant and flavorful dish that wonderfully highlights the earthy essence of turmeric. This dish is simple to make and brings a splash of color to any table, making it an excellent side for a variety of main courses.

Citrus Basil Chicken

Citrus Basil Chicken

Here’s a refreshing and vibrant recipe that highlights basil beautifully, and it’s not pesto: Citrus Basil Chicken. This dish combines the fresh, aromatic flavor of basil with the tangy zest of citrus to create a light yet flavorful meal. It’s perfect for a summer dinner or a healthy weeknight meal.

Make Your Own Candied Ginger

Make Your Own Candied Ginger

Ginger is a familiar flavor for many of us; we love ginger snaps, Asian style dishes often use ginger, and if you have ever had the luck of tasting homemade Ginger Ale? It’s fantastic! Ginger is also a seriously good addition to your herbal stash. It’s not only tasty, it can stop nausea in it’s tracks.