I am the worst at meal planning. I have great intentions. I'll make a shopping list, pick up what I need, keep the fridge stocked. The problem is by the time I'm ready to break away from work, or whatever I happen to be doing, to start cooking everyone is starving and wants something right … [Read more...] about Done for You Meal Plan: Winner Winner Chicken Dinners
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Sensational Fall Soups
I'm so excited that fall has FINALLY found its way to North Carolina. I was over the hot weather back in May, lol. (So NOT a hot weather gal.) It's time to break out the sweaters, scarves, hot drinks, and Sensational Fall Soups! Planning meals for the week has become a regular occurrence for us … [Read more...] about Sensational Fall Soups
Jalapeño Popper Burger Bombs
These little Jalapeno Popper Burger Bombs have a great big taste and IMHO are... da bomb! I love how simple they are to make and you can customize them for everyone in the family! My take on a jalapeno popper was a big hit with my family. The few that don't like spicy (these were only mildly … [Read more...] about Jalapeño Popper Burger Bombs
20-Minute Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
Did you know January was National Soup Month? I didn't either or I would have posted more soups! To make up for it some of my blogger friends and I are participating in the... Houseful of Soups Blog Hop Check out these 17 soup(er) tasty recipes! (See what I did there?!?) Including my scrumptious … [Read more...] about 20-Minute Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
Eat the uglies! Help reduce food waste
Earlier this summer I took a tour of an Eastern North Carolina cucumber farm. It was really interesting to learn how the farm works, from preparing the soil, planting, picking, boxing, and shipping out the cucumbers to processors who distribute them to grocers. Size and shape matter I was shocked … [Read more...] about Eat the uglies! Help reduce food waste
Farmer’s Market Fresh: North Carolina Pork
Before having kids, one of my favorite things to do on a Saturday morning was to get up early and run to the farmer's market to pick up some fresh, local produce. I bought baked goods, flowers, eggs, and of course, fruits and veggies. But I never once thought about purchasing meat from the farmer's … [Read more...] about Farmer’s Market Fresh: North Carolina Pork