If you have too much bok choy, don’t worry, you can freeze it. Follow these steps to freeze bok choy whole so you can use in udon noodle soups for months to come! We have so much bok choy right now. Maybe it was a crazy idea planting over 90 plants. But maybe it was a great idea so we can enjoy it in our favorite udon noodle soup throughout the Fall and Winter months....
10 ways to protect your corn from rats. We tried traps, spray, cats, cages, water bottles, socks and so much more! Save your garden and defeat the rats! (not a real rat, I would scream) GTFO rats Being located in NYC, we know a few things about rats. Last year the rats struck our corn hard. One day the corn had their tassels blowing beautifully in the sun, the next it was like the apocalypse....
Learn how to cook PERFECT Indian Basmati Rice Recipe in under 30 minutes! This easy basmati rice uses fragrant spices to create authentic tasting Indian rice. Pair it with roasted vegetables to make a healthy, vegan meal for dinner! Basmati Rice Recipe I love Indian food. The problem is that I don’t have much experience with Indian cooking or traditional Indian spices, so I was always a little scared to try making it at home....
Easy Kielbasa, Potato, and Green Bean Casserole baked in the oven in a 9×13 dish. This hearty one-pan dinner recipe requires no prep—just toss smoked sausage, potatoes, and green beans into the casserole dish and bake for 50 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals. Easy Kielbasa Potato Green Bean Casserole If you love a cozy, no-fuss dinner, this Kielbasa, Potato, and Green Bean Casserole is about to be your new favorite....
This easy No Beef Stuffed Green Pepper Soup is a hearty vegetarian dinner made in one pot with rice, tomatoes, and peppers. Great for meal prep or freezing! Stuffed Pepper Soup with No Beef! This cozy No Beef Stuffed Green Pepper Soup is packed with fresh green bell peppers, hearty brown rice, and pantry-friendly tomato ingredients—without any meat! It’s a veggie-forward twist on classic stuffed peppers, made in one pot with simple ingredients....
Easy to make One Pan Taco Casserole recipe! Ingredients include lettuces, tomatoes, corn, instant rice and shredded cheese. One Pan Taco Casserole Let’s have a Taco Tuesday in Casserole form! We love Mexican food in our house. From Taco Casserole to Mexican Lasagna to Chicken Tortilla Soup and everything in between! For this Taco Tuesday recipe we’re going to turn it into a quick casserole – using only one pan. The casserole includes lettuces, tomatoes and corn on top and is made with Instant rice making it super quick!...
This Strawberry Jalapeño Jam is the perfect summer preserving recipe! Made without pectin and ideal for canning, freezing, or spreading on warm toast. Sweet and Spicy Strawberry Jalapeño Jam This easy homemade Strawberry Jalapeño Jam is bursting with fresh berry flavor and a subtle spicy kick—no pectin required! It’s soft, sweet, and perfectly spreadable, making it a fun and flavorful twist on classic strawberry jam. Whether you’re slathering it on toast or layering it into a sandwich, this jam brings just the right balance of sweet and heat....
At only 48 calories a piece, you can enjoy these healthy and Sugar Free Apple Muffins as a nutritious breakfast or snack! Loaded with apples, cinnamon, and blueberries, there’s no way you’ll miss the sugar in this mouthwatering treat. Sugar Free Apple Muffins Eating sugar free is not easy. Practically everything at the grocery store has added sugar in it, making shopping for a family close to impossible! When I tried avoiding sugar, I wanted to create a baked good that still tasted amazing, even without needing super expensive ingredients....
The best homemade chicken noodle soup made with chicken thighs. Filled with broth, veggies and egg noodles, this soup will make you feel warm and cozy on chilly nights and sick days! Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup with Dark Meat There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of chicken noodle soup to make you feel cozy and comforted. It’s the ultimate go-to when you’re sick, craving something homey, or just want a hearty meal the whole family will love....
Banana Bread Muffins with CHOCOLATE Frosting! This easy recipe is made with 3 bananas (that makes it healthy, right?) and tastes just like banana bread! These muffins are moist and extra soft! Do you love banana bread? I hope your answer is “Yes!” because I have a real treat for you. I love banana bread myself. I will admit as a kid I had too many pieces of convenience store banana bread topped with cream cheese....
This comforting Creamy Sweet Pepper Soup comes together in one pot with a simple mix of sweet peppers, chicken broth, and white rice. It’s an easy, cozy meal packed with pepper flavor, and it always comes in handy when your kitchen is overflowing with fresh peppers. Easy sweet pepper soup Peppers always seem to pile up in my kitchen, and when they do, this creamy sweet pepper soup is my favorite way to use a big handful fast....
Easy to make Earl Grey Tea Popsicles that are only 25 calories a piece! These homemade healthy popsicles only need 3 ingredients for a refreshing Summer treat. Tea Lovers! Calling Tea Lovers! You’re going to love these popsicles made from tea bags! These homemade popsicles are incredibly easy to make and only require 3 ingredients . They taste just like Earl Grey tea, but in a refreshing Summer treat form!...
Made with apples, kale, celery, cucumber, grapes and lime, this is a green juice that you actually want to drink! It’s a refreshing drink made in the blender, perfect for breakfast, snack or post workout. Green Juice Recipe (that actually tastes good) Ok, all, let’s be honest, not all green juices taste good. But this is one I actually look forward to making! Made with crisp sweet apples and grapes, kale, crunchy celery and cucumbers and lime, it’s the perfect juice to give me an afternoon pick me up when I feel my energy fading away (instead of heading for my usual cup of coffee)....
This comforting ham and cabbage soup is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. It’s the perfect hearty meal for any day, and one of the best parts is that it’s a great way to use up leftover holiday ham, adding that smoky, savory touch to every bite . Ham and Cabbage Soup I love cabbage soups. Serve me up a bowl of Classic Cabbage Soup , Polish Sausage and Cabbage Soup or this Ham and Cabbage Soup and I’m a very happy girl1...
A rich, smoky Split Pea Soup made with a ham bone and fresh veggies. This easy, no-soak recipe skips the mushy texture for a perfectly creamy, savory bowl of comfort food. Classic Split Pea Soup with Ham Bone This Homemade Split Pea Soup is the ultimate comfort food without the hassle—no soaking required! Unlike traditional recipes that can turn out thick and muddy, this version builds deep flavor by sautéing the vegetables first and finishes with a splash of acidity for a bright, savory taste....
You only need 6 minutes to make these Instant Pot Cheesy Potatoes! Milk and shredded cheese are used to make the cream sauce, and then more (!) cheese is added on top under the broiler to make them browned and bubbly. Pretty much the quickest most delicious potatoes you can make! Quick Instant Pot Potatoes I love any recipe where I’m able to set my Instant Pot to 1 minute. It’s magic happening in there!...
Oven Roasted Beef Tomato Sauce is the best spaghetti sauce recipe. It’s easy to make with beef or heirloom tomatoes. Have you guys tried my Oven Roasted Creamy Cherry Tomato Sauce (or for a kick, Spicy Tomato Sauce )? How about my diced tomatoes ? They’re all delicious. I promise you. But sometimes you might not have a over abundance of cherry tomatoes. Sometimes your garden might be full of beef tomatoes....
Easy Slow Cooker Green Beans ready in 4 hours. Green beans, tomatoes, potatoes and bacon are slow cooked in broth to make a delicious healthy recipe. Slow Cooker Green Beans With Bacon This is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes to make when we’re picking green beans and digging up potatoes in the garden. The recipe uses fresh green beans, tomatoes and potatoes cooked in chicken broth. Throw the ingredients into the crockpot and come back in 4 hours to a delicious meal waiting for you!...
Fresh sweet corn – don’t you love it? I sure do. Follow our journey from seed to picking over 20 ears of corn! We tried growing corn up on the roof for a few years and it grew.. sometimes. In 2012 we had the best results on the roof, but each year before and after was hit or miss (here’s how to protect corn from rats ). Each year I talked Matthew into trying again, and each year we got small, if any, corn....
EASY White Chocolate Toffee Recipe with rainbow sprinkles! This tastes just like vanilla fudge! You’re going to love this sticky homemade candy that has a base of crushed up pecans. Cut into squares or break up into bark! White Chocolate Toffee Have you ever made a recipe that gets eaten so quickly you wonder “How did that happen”? Yup, that’s what happened with me and this White Chocolate Toffee. I had no idea it was going to be such a hit!...
