The first time I had Bubble Tea, it was at Pike Place Market is Seattle. We have it here in Spokane, I just had never tried it. I was admittedly a bit off put by the “bubbles” when I found out they were tapioca. I am not a fan of tapioca at all. I am […]
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Vegan Waffle Recipe (aka the best waffles you will ever have!)
Let me start off by saying I am not a vegan. I am not even a vegetarian. However, I did discover one day that vegan baked goods are pretty amazing. They are more moist and to me, they have a lot more flavor to them. I have been trying to cut some animal fats from […]
Ten Reasons To Eat Bananas
Bananas are a pretty universally loved fruit. They are low cost and you can do so much with them! One famous dessert, Bananas Foster, even puts them in a starring role! You probably already know that bananas are good for you and full of potassium, but what else are they good for besides making a […]
Seedling Earth Day Cupcakes
It’s probably no surprise here that Earth day is very important to me. I am one of those hippie people who believe “Earth day is Every Day” yadda yadda yadda, but on actual Earth day, I feel extremely blessed to call such a beautiful creation home and I Feel compelled to celebrate it. This year, […]
10 Foods to Keep in your Freezer
Keeping your freezer stocked is easy, but knowing the right foods to freeze can get a bit tricky. Did you know you can’t freeze certain foods like lettuce, citrus fruits and whole eggs? What should you keep in your freezer and how do you freeze them the correct way to maximize freshness? What to […]
How to Care for Cast Iron Pans and why I made the Switch
Cast iron pans have been around for a long time. Go to any flea market, garage sale or look in any grandma’s kitchen and you will be likely to find one or two. There is definitely a reason for this. Not only are cast iron pans very durable and made to last, they are great […]
Steak and Rice Bowl with Veggies
Derrick is sharing a great hearty and healthy recipe today. I don’t know about you, but there is something special about meals served in a bowl. Maybe it’s the comforting warmth radiating through porcelain curvature. I’m not sure, but I know this, I love bowls. And our Steak & Veggies Rice Bowl is just about […]
50 Low Carb Game Day Snacks
Low carb and game day do not usually go together. There are high carb beverages and snacks such as pretzels and chips everywhere, not to mention high carb drinks like beer and soda. How can you enjoy the Big Game with so many high carb goodies around and nothing for you to munch on that […]
Black Bean and Chicken Enchilada Cups with Chobani® Greek Yogurt Sauce
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HolidayWithChobani #CollectiveBias The holidays are in full swing and that means you probably spend more time in the kitchen than at any other time of the year. The recipes are complicated, the food is indulgent and you have […]
Uses for Juicing Pulp
I recently bought a juicer and being the frugal, Eco person that I am, I hate to throw anything away. So, imagine my dismay when I say all that pulp in the catcher of my juicer and had no idea what to do with it. I just couldn’t stand the idea of tossing it and […]
Pumpkin Pie Recipe Roundup
I will admit that I am not one of the world’s biggest fans when it comes to pumpkin pie. However, I do know that this puts me in a minority that most people won’t understand. I have tried it, in many ways, but it just has never was something I could enjoy. However, I do […]
Tips For Preparing a Perfect Turkey
Thanksgiving is on it’s way and everyone is looking forward to that beautiful bird on the dinner table. If you want to have the best tasting and moist turkey in town, follow these tips for Thanksgiving heaven on a plate. Tips for a Perfect Turkey this Thanksgiving Make sure your turkey is […]
How to Make Sugar Skulls
Sugar Skulls are something I have always wanted to make. I seemed to never get around to it with the rush of Halloween but this year, since I didn’t have to take any kids trick or treating, I decided I would take Halloween to decorate and make sugar skulls. They are super easy to make […]
How to Meal Plan on One Hour a Week or Less
I get asked how I am able to afford to cook meals at home and still east less processed foods and more homemade ones in a tight budget of less than $300 a month with my family all the time. Rather than try to explain it over and over, I thought it was best to […]
Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup
I made chicken tortilla soup when I was in culinary arts school and although it quickly became a favorite, I have never been a huge fan of broth based soups since I am much more of a savory and creamy lover when it comes to soups. I decided that I needed to come up with […]
How to Cook Tofu for Newbies
Tofu-most people have a strong opinion about it. You either love it or hate it, I have found. And many people who love it are still trying to perfect cooking it. If you are new to tofu cookery, you may be extra confused on how to make it taste as good as you hear it […]