Next time you can't decide if you'd rather reach for something sweet, salty, or crunchy, try these chocolate-covered pretzels out. It's definitely difficult to stop snacking on them once you start. They make for the perfect indulgent snack, and certainly taste like a lot more work than they really are.
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Easy Peanut Butter Fudge
I was really looking forward to Christmas this year, especially as a new homeschooling family--oh all of the fun activities we would do (don't forget, recipe reading and baking math counts as learning 🤗)! But, confession: sadly, most of my plans never happened. We finally just made our Christmas fudge on the eve of Christmas Eve, and our gingerbread cookie dough is currently in the refrigerator waiting to be rolled out and baked on Christmas Eve. So we're definitely a bit late this year, but I think every bit of 2020 has been off. Hey, at least we have our home, health, cookies for Santa...and saw the Star of Bethlehem 🥰! Regardless of how your December has turned out, here's a super quick and easy peanut butter fudge recipe for all of you fellow slackers (also, it's just a good recipe):
☕ Almond Joy Latte Recipe ☕
I am addicted to cappuccinos and lattes--specifically this one in particular. I will be the first to admit that I was definitely spending more money than I needed to be by giving regular business to a local bakery/coffee shop. As good as they are, I figured out how to make my own take on a favorite--here in my very home...and for way cheaper!
Slow Cooked Carnitas Recipe
The smell of carnitas cooking in the home is so good that it always makes me think twice about my vegetarian life. Yep, I'm a vegetarian (I know meat tastes good...it's just a thought thing that I can't get over), but I grew up eating meat off-and-on, and I still cook it pretty regularly in my home for the rest of my family. I'm raising my kids to eat meat because monthly B-12 injections aren't awesome. But back to these carnitas: it takes quite a few ingredients to make at home, but many of us have a handful of them in our pantries already. Other than the ingredients, the recipe is incredibly simple--basically throw it all in a crock pot and wait about six hours! Best part is that no one would guess that you didn't spend all day working in the kitchen on these. For me, this is for sure a go-to meal for gatherings: it makes a lot, people can personalize them, a vegan can swap the meat out for beans, most people love them, and you save a lot of energy making them.
The Beauty of Chalk Paint
I want to take a moment to share my love of chalk paint. I just really think this stuff is awesome. I realize that there are differing opinions on this type of paint, but as of now, I stand firm in saying that chalk paint is one of my favorite paints to use.
Rich and Simple Marinara Sauce
I have a deep love for all things pasta. A plate of spaghetti can almost always soothe my soul. Like, pasta love runs deep 😂. I feel like every family needs a go-to sauce recipe, and I've been on a quest to find ours. I have spent years trying to find my 'just right' sauce, and many times I've come close--but just not quite what I was looking for. I think I've finally gotten it right! Try it out served over angel hair (or mixed in). Just don't forget to top it with fresh Parmesan and basil!
Fresh Lemonade Recipe
The summer is quickly coming to an end, so I thought we could say goodbye to it with a proper lemonade. While we may not have been able to do much traveling or beach lounging this year, nothing was stopping us from sitting on our back porch with a cold glass of lemonade in hand. I love making fresh lemonade for myself *ahem* my family. It really does out perform instant lemonade every time! The kids even love helping out with this recipe. They even sat outside and sold this stuff at their first lemonade stand recently (lucky neighbors). They made $20 that day, and it really had me rethinking my life options.
DIY Under Cabinet Lighting
Good lighting can make a world of difference in the home. I think of having the right kind of light similar to finding that perfect dress that fits your body just right--highlights and illuminates what you want and conceals what you don't. Another benefit, as with most home upgrades, is that some lighting can help… Continue reading DIY Under Cabinet Lighting
Whipped Cream Recipe
Naan Pizza Recipe
I discovered naan a few years ago, and let me tell you—it is a game changer! Ok, this stuff tastes great all by itself. It’s great with mango chutney. It’s great on a plane. It’s great on a train. It’s just great anywhere. I think I’m addicted to it. I originally first saw it already… Continue reading Naan Pizza Recipe