This creamy asparagus pasta salad recipe has been sponsored by Naturally Fresh® Brand Dressings and The Motherhood but all opinions are my own. When I was a kid, pasta salad was not my favorite thing to eat. In fact, it was on my list of ‘things to avoid at all cost’ when we went to … Read more
Looking for easy pasta recipes? Combine angel hair pasta with fresh asparagus and toss it in a creamy goat cheese and Parmesan sauce. Filling, easy and delicious! This is one asparagus recipe you will be adding to your weekly menu plan! Pasta is What’s For Dinner! Back when I was a kid, Sundays were a … Read more
This Sausage, Potato and Asparagus Casserole Recipe is sponsored by Klondike Brands® and Green Giant® Fresh but all opinions expressed here are my own. There is nothing I like more than an easy casserole recipe, especially when it starts with real, actual food ingredients and not packages of premade seasonings and cans of condensed soup. … Read more
This asparagus recipe is sponsored by Eggland’s Best eggs but all opinions expressed here are mine alone. One of the things I love most about eggs is their versatility. There is no reason you cannot have eggs for breakfast, lunch, or dinner depending on how you prepare them. There is also no reason you can’t … Read more
Looking for the best early spring garden plants? Here are some cool-weather vegetables that will thrive in a spring garden.
Wondering what to plant in November? Or are you convinced that cold weather means the end of your gardening addiction? While it is true that most gardening comes to an abrupt halt once the chilly days and near-freezing nights of fall roll around, there are still a few things you can plant in November if … Read more
I am always looking for educational opportunities to share with my children. A trip to the grocery store is a geography lesson all by itself. Apples from New Zealand, oranges from South Africa, and grapes from Chili. The list of countries goes on and on. It’s also a great time to teach kids the benefits … Read more
If you are looking for healthy barbecue ideas, these tips for grilling vegetables will come in handy this summer. With grilling season starting soon, everyone is throwing hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill. What about grilled veggies? I rarely see slabs of eggplant or skewers of red bell pepper on the grill at my … Read more
Want to start foraging for food? Check out these wildcrafting tips for beginners to begin finding edible wild plants in your area.
Is your kitchen hot in the summer? From proper ceiling fan usage to simple cooking tips, keep your kitchen cool without going broke paying for the air conditioner to run constantly. Keep reading for a few ways to keep the kitchen cool this summer! My sanity needs the kitchen cooler! Summertime in Georgia is HOT … Read more
This Ravioli with Creamy Spinach Pasta Sauce Recipe is sponsored by The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA). All opinions are my own. For more inspiration during #FrozenFoodMonth, be sure to check out delicious ideas from NFRA at EasyHomeMeals.com #MFFM2020 If you are looking for a meatless dinner recipe this month, pasta is a … Read more
Looking for recipes that use green tomatoes? This green tomato toast recipe was a delicious way to use up unripened tomatoes. Make this goat cheese toast with plump green tomatoes, plenty of fresh herbs, and some slivered red onion. Tips for making goat cheese toast Goat cheese toast is easy to make and a deliciously … Read more
Have you just planted your precious snow peas? Are you wondering how to keep animals out of the garden so that you can actually eat them? Here are some natural ways to keep animals out of the garden and away from your summer produce. But They Are So CUTE, Right? Last week I was thrilled … Read more
This post about stress and nutrition is in partnership with StressHealth.org, an initiative of the Center for Youth Wellness. All opinions are my own. Food plays a critical role in our lives. It not only nourishes our bodies, but also fuels our minds and brings us together with friends and family. Of course, we … Read more
While most foods we eat on a day to day basis need to be cooked, there are many foods you should eat raw. In some foods, cooking actually destroys nutrients and enzymes that are vital for better health. If you are looking for easy raw recipes, start with my blueberry salsa recipe. Then, check out these 8 … Read more
For the last few weeks, I have been traveling up the East coast to visit family. I returned to a garden OVERFLOWING with cherry tomatoes! I have been searching high and low for cherry tomato recipes so they don’t go bad before I eat them. This white bean cherry tomato salad recipe was simple to … Read more
This cold chicken pasta salad recipe includes a wide variety of fresh vegetables for added flavor and crunch. A seriously healthy homemade pasta salad that goes great in lunch boxes or for picnics. Pasta Salads for lunch or dinner! This week marks the second week back to school for my teenagers. They are less than … Read more
Yesterday I whipped up a huge batch of this creamy broccoli apple salad recipe and I plan on eating it for lunch every day this week. The last few weeks have been rather chaotic and I need a serious break for a while. We had a series of unplanned home repairs that created a huge … Read more
This goat cheese toasts appetizer recipe is so incredibly versatile I am going to share a few different flavor combinations so you can tailor it to your own personal tastes. Goat cheese is one of those flavors that people either love or hate. I am in the LOVE category and unfortunately my husband is in … Read more