Transform your family holiday dinner into a whimsical, fun-filled “Grinchmas” celebration inspired by Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. With a touch of creativity and a sprinkle of holiday magic, you can create new traditions that are both memorable and heartwarming. Here’s how to plan a Grinch-themed dinner that will leave everyone feeling merry—even the Grinch himself! Set the Scene with Whoville-Inspired Decor Transform...
The holiday season is the perfect time to transform your home into a warm and inviting winter wonderland. Classic Christmas decorations never go out of style and bring a sense of nostalgia and...
Join us in this festive video as we prepare to transform our spaces into a cozy Christmas home! Learn how to create a stunning DIY advent “wreath” using natural elements, and get inspired in...
Creating a welcoming porch can elevate your home’s curb appeal, and one of the key elements is the railing. A well-designed railing not only enhances safety but also adds character to your outdoor...
Welcome, do you all remember back in 2001 when I shared my kitchen, dining room and pantry mood boards? Well I sure do! I remember searching the web, saving ideas and pictures and dreaming up a...
Oh my word! Can ya’ll tell me WHY it has taken me so long to get some proper fall decor up. I’m in love with how my dining room turned out this year. I guess all I needed was a little thrift...
Come with me today as I share with you my Fall 2024 inspiration AND a recent thrift shop haul that gives me all the Fall vibes. Feel free to check out my Fall 2024 Milanote Mood Board below. Cool,...
Decorating for Fall is one of my very favorite things to do to make my home feel warm and cozy. I love looking at all the beautiful wreaths, pumpkins and warm earthy colors of throw pillows and...
(FREE Printable label included) Fire Cider is a pungent, spicy mix of apple cider vinegar and honey infused with warming herbs and citrus. It has a decidedly pungent - sweet - hot flavor, like...
Taste of Comfort: Curried Zucchini Soup As the seasons change and zucchini becomes abundant in gardens and markets, there’s no better way to embrace this versatile vegetable than with a warm bowl of curried zucchini soup. This dish is not only comforting but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect addition to your meal rotation. Why Choose Curried Zucchini Soup? Curried zucchini soup is a delightful blend of fresh zucchini, aromatic...
Transform your family holiday dinner into a whimsical, fun-filled “Grinchmas” celebration inspired by Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. With a touch of creativity and a sprinkle of...
There is nothing like a productive morning in the kitchen to set the day off right. . . AND that is precisely where you will find me most mornings. Preparing for the day ahead or evening batch...
There's something deeply comforting about a pot roast. It’s the kind of meal that, after hours of slow cooking, fills your kitchen with a warm, savory aroma, and when you finally sit down to eat,...
Fresh, crisp cucumber melon flavored borage microgreens star in this homemade Greek Gyro. As a Microgreen Farmer, I am always looking for new, delicious ways to amp up the health factor in my...
I'm pretty new to the whole Greek Gyro game. It took me years to try one. Now that I have, let me just tell you I make them all the time. I used to think they were just too fussy and difficult. That...
Pork roast is one of the most economical cuts of meat but sometimes it's just, well - bland. Let me share with you a recipe that is not only simple, but SUPER flavorful. Thanks to an Instant Pot and...
This Coconut Lime Rice is perfectly creamy, soft and only slightly sweet. The fresh, tangy flavor of the lime zest makes this dish sooo good. As if that all wasn't good enough - this is a super...
This Mongolian Beef is made healthier by not breading and frying the sliced steak. There is also NO corn starch in this recipe. Sugar is replaced with honey and I swapped coconut aminos for soy...
Are you looking for the BEST Gluten Free, Low Carb or Keto Friendly idea for cauliflower bread slice or pizza crust replacement? STOP HERE . . . this really is a simple recipe. Simple to put...
Is cheese your love language too? Ha . . .I sure do enjoy EATING cheese and lately I have been making homemade cheeses from raw cow's milk. It's not as difficult as you might think. And boy is it...
My husband claims this recipe is HIS but I have made them this way for years . . . shhhhh . . . It's okay, he's very proud of his "creation" and who wouldn't be?! They are creamy but also fluffy....
This Hearty & Healthy Pumpkin Chili is mild in spice so it is kid-friendly but it is RICH in flavor so everyone will love it. You could certainly add spicy peppers when you sauté the chopped...
You do not have to bake homemade bread or really to cook at all to be a Homemaker but there is NOTHING quite like the aroma and flavor of fresh bread. With grocery stores shelves not exactly...
This recipe is nearly a one dish, sheet-pan supper. Just boil noodles while all the veggies roast together. The tomatoes burst and mix with butter to form a rich delicious sauce to spoon over the...
This Buttercup Squash Alfredo Sauce is absolutely amazing. It is rich, creamy, savory and HEALTHY too. This is a great dish for kids as it has "hidden veggies". They will love it, eat it up and so...
This tomato soup is just the best. Add a grilled cheese sandwich and you have one of my very favorite meals of all time. It is simple, flavorful, rich and actually very hearty and filling. I like to...
Summer BEGS for easy, fast and fresh meals. It is often too hot and too late by the time we roll to the dinner table to make anything that takes a long time. This easy summer dinner recipe is...
Who doesn't love Mac and Cheese? Talk about a comfort food! It is creamy, rich, filling and oh so delicious. This dish is kid friendly and hearty enough to be eaten as the main meal. You can add...
Isn't spaghetti just the best go-to family dinner? It can be put together quickly, in large batches if needed and is usually kid approved. I am sharing with you a tried and true sauce recipe. It is...
There is nothing like a productive morning in the kitchen to set the day off right. . . AND that is precisely where you will find me most mornings. Preparing for the day ahead or evening batch cooking for the week is one of my favorite ways to stay on top of meal prep when making 3 meals a day from scratch for our family of 5. Join me today as we make chicken pot pie topped with flaky old fashioned buttermilk biscuits, sourdough blueberry...
Looking to add a bit of festive flair to your holiday baking this year? Why not try making a cinnamon twist Christmas tree from scratch? This delicious and eye-catching treat combines the warm,...
Who doesn't love a warm, fluffy, flaky, melt-in-your-mouth biscuit? These old fashioned biscuits are just the ones to satisfy your or any biscuit lover's craving. I especially love this recipe...
I can't think of a single person who doesn't enjoy a good muffin. . . muffin with coffee in the morning is just about as perfect as it gets. These Blueberry Streusel Muffins are absolutely out of...
This easy French Toast Casserole is creamy and delicious and simply THE BEST EVER. As a bonus, it is so versatile. It can be made with different bread options, and served so many different ways....
Looking to add a bit of festive flair to your holiday baking this year? Why not try making a cinnamon twist Christmas tree from scratch? This delicious and eye-catching treat combines the warm,...
Who doesn't love a warm, fluffy, flaky, melt-in-your-mouth biscuit? These old fashioned biscuits are just the ones to satisfy your or any biscuit lover's craving. I especially love this recipe...
This Rustic Sourdough Boule Recipe is baked in a dutch oven. It is super simple to put together and the result is a beautiful non-fussy artisan looking loaf. Score your bread to make it as fancy or...
These Cast Iron Flatbreads are so delicious and super easy to put together for a weeknight meal. Use my 5 ingredient yeast French Bread Dough to make them or in a pinch use store bought frozen bread...
STOP! This really is the BEST Zucchini Bread recipe you'll ever need. It is moist but not gummy, soft but crisp on edges, sweet but not too sweet - let's just say it's perfect. AND here is why. . ....
Are you looking for the BEST Gluten Free, Low Carb or Keto Friendly idea for cauliflower bread slice or pizza crust replacement? STOP HERE . . . this really is a simple recipe. Simple to put...
Sourdough, how I love thee! So many people have jumped on the sourdough bandwagon in the last few years. Have you? Do you find it complicated? Maybe annoying? Possibly wasteful to keep a sourdough...
You do not have to bake homemade bread or really to cook at all to be a Homemaker but there is NOTHING quite like the aroma and flavor of fresh bread. With grocery stores shelves not exactly...
Sourdough bread-making, an old fashioned skill, saw a resurgence in 2020 when grocery stores became suddenly empty of most bread products. I have been making sourdough bread for years now. After...
Oh my goodness!!! This honey whole wheat bread is so so good. It is slightly sweet, earthy, nutty moist and DELISH! I am partial because I would eat moist whole wheat over white bread any day . . ....
Over the next weeks I will be sharing the BEST tried and true bread recipes. I love bread and so does my family but in order to make it to the "best of the best" list it has to have it ALL . . ....
There's something deeply comforting about a pot roast. It’s the kind of meal that, after hours of slow cooking, fills your kitchen with a warm, savory aroma, and when you finally sit down to eat, you feel like you've experienced something truly satisfying. But sometimes, even the most beloved recipes can benefit from a little creative twist—and that’s exactly what we’re doing today with this Bourbon Marsala Pot Roast. A rich,...
Transform your family holiday dinner into a whimsical, fun-filled “Grinchmas” celebration inspired by Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. With a touch of creativity and a sprinkle of...
Taste of Comfort: Curried Zucchini Soup As the seasons change and zucchini becomes abundant in gardens and markets, there’s no better way to embrace this versatile vegetable than with a warm bowl...
There is nothing like a productive morning in the kitchen to set the day off right. . . AND that is precisely where you will find me most mornings. Preparing for the day ahead or evening batch...
Fresh, crisp cucumber melon flavored borage microgreens star in this homemade Greek Gyro. As a Microgreen Farmer, I am always looking for new, delicious ways to amp up the health factor in my...
I'm pretty new to the whole Greek Gyro game. It took me years to try one. Now that I have, let me just tell you I make them all the time. I used to think they were just too fussy and difficult. That...
Pork roast is one of the most economical cuts of meat but sometimes it's just, well - bland. Let me share with you a recipe that is not only simple, but SUPER flavorful. Thanks to an Instant Pot and...
This Coconut Lime Rice is perfectly creamy, soft and only slightly sweet. The fresh, tangy flavor of the lime zest makes this dish sooo good. As if that all wasn't good enough - this is a super...
This Mongolian Beef is made healthier by not breading and frying the sliced steak. There is also NO corn starch in this recipe. Sugar is replaced with honey and I swapped coconut aminos for soy...
Are you looking for the BEST Gluten Free, Low Carb or Keto Friendly idea for cauliflower bread slice or pizza crust replacement? STOP HERE . . . this really is a simple recipe. Simple to put...
Is cheese your love language too? Ha . . .I sure do enjoy EATING cheese and lately I have been making homemade cheeses from raw cow's milk. It's not as difficult as you might think. And boy is it...
My husband claims this recipe is HIS but I have made them this way for years . . . shhhhh . . . It's okay, he's very proud of his "creation" and who wouldn't be?! They are creamy but also fluffy....
This Hearty & Healthy Pumpkin Chili is mild in spice so it is kid-friendly but it is RICH in flavor so everyone will love it. You could certainly add spicy peppers when you sauté the chopped...
You do not have to bake homemade bread or really to cook at all to be a Homemaker but there is NOTHING quite like the aroma and flavor of fresh bread. With grocery stores shelves not exactly...
This recipe is nearly a one dish, sheet-pan supper. Just boil noodles while all the veggies roast together. The tomatoes burst and mix with butter to form a rich delicious sauce to spoon over the...
This Buttercup Squash Alfredo Sauce is absolutely amazing. It is rich, creamy, savory and HEALTHY too. This is a great dish for kids as it has "hidden veggies". They will love it, eat it up and so...
This tomato soup is just the best. Add a grilled cheese sandwich and you have one of my very favorite meals of all time. It is simple, flavorful, rich and actually very hearty and filling. I like to...
Summer BEGS for easy, fast and fresh meals. It is often too hot and too late by the time we roll to the dinner table to make anything that takes a long time. This easy summer dinner recipe is...
Who doesn't love Mac and Cheese? Talk about a comfort food! It is creamy, rich, filling and oh so delicious. This dish is kid friendly and hearty enough to be eaten as the main meal. You can add...
Isn't spaghetti just the best go-to family dinner? It can be put together quickly, in large batches if needed and is usually kid approved. I am sharing with you a tried and true sauce recipe. It is...
