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Breaded Asparagus

Asparagus is an amazing spring vegetable. It is packed with many nutrients and very few calories. I especially like that is contains protein and…

No matter where you live, it is possible to lose power to your home. The snowstorms and high winds on the East coast make…

Steak is one of the simplest, yet decadent dinners to eat. We usually just use salt, pepper and garlic powder on our steaks, but…

Spring is the season of renewal, making it the perfect time to start your garden. Whether you are new to gardening, or have a…

I'm a sucker for cranberries and love using them in all aspects of cooking and drinking this time of year. After making these fun…

Living simply is not just waking up and doing whatever is needed to be done. Living simply takes a little thought, a little planning…

Rice Bowls are amazingly versatile, easy, healthy (if you don’t go overboard) and super delicious. The variety of ingredients that work in a rice…

Chuck Roast is a pretty inexpensive cut of meat that is delicious. We slow cook it in different ways to get different flavors, or…

This time of year is the busiest for many. Back to school time, sports practices and games, plus homework, social events and more. Dinner…

Creating a healthy meal plan has been key to my health, savings and low stress. Sounds like it is too good to be true,…