Recipes and tips in the kitchen, healthy living tips
Every garden should include basil, if for nothing else but to keep the tomatoes company. Turns out, this aromatic herb repels pests that feed on tomatoes. The additional benefit is that you get to have pesto all year long. Let’s talk about pesto—one of my absolute favorite sauces! This versatile sauce is packed with flavor,…
It’s the time of year for the warmth and comfort of all things Pumpkin Pie Spice. The grocery store displays are showcasing Pumpkin beer, Pumpkin Pie Spice Cheerios, Pumpkin Pie Spice Kitkats, and even Pumpkin Pie Spice Twinkies. As soon as I saw the Pumpkin Pie Spice Twinkies I knew I had to turn them…
You can be a carnivore and still enjoy meatless meals. When Ibotta offered a 100% rebate on an 8 oz package of Impossible Burgers I figured it was time to give them a try. They have been offered at Burger King, but so far I have not been enticed to drive-thru that particular window. I…
I admit that the “cauliflower rice” craze almost passed me by. Since I’m way too frugal to jump on any fads, crazes, or passing fancies it’s no surprise. But finding cauliflower on sale, making it at home, and putting some in the freezer for future use is a budget-friendly way to have it whenever the…
5 best packaged red enchilada sauces: a review High quality packaged foods provide a much-needed shortcut to getting the foods you are craving on the table in a fraction of the time. If your cravings include spicy Tex-Mex you have some options that will allow you to throw together a satisfying meal in a hurry…