What now seems a different decade ago, you know back when we were living life like there wasn’t a care in the world, we went on holidays abroad. I think out of everything Covid, holidays are the things I have missed most. With the whole ‘not allowed to socialize’ I did discover I am indeed a secret hermit. I have loved it. I work from home so that didn’t change, I just had more work and more bodies around the house. Maybe I am crossbreed, a hermit/nomad.  I didn’t start out as a holiday ... VIEW POST

Low-Fat/High Taste Baking Secrets When it comes to baking, we all want that gratification that comes from putting something sweet, chewy, and even gooey on our taste buds. However, the other end of that spectrum can often leave us feeling guilty afterwards. We know exactly how many calories we have consumed in that minute of indulgence. It would be so nice to be able to indulge without having to consume ourselves with worry as we consumed all those yummy calories. As our culture has become ... VIEW POST

Are you are looking for a great dessert that can be made in an hour, and feeds an army? Look no further! This brownie recipe is the perfect combination of chewy and cakey, has that amazing layer on top, and makes enough for 20-30 people. Win. Win. Win! ... VIEW POST

This dish is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something quick and satisfying that won’t dirty every dish in your kitchen. This recipe pairs bone-in chicken thighs with lemony orzo for a hearty meal you can have on the table in just over half an hour. For this recipe, the chicken thighs are cooked with skin on to impart extra flavor, but removed for serving to save a few calories. ... VIEW POST

This slow cooker chili gets a nice boost of flavor by using a combination of spicy and sweet pork sausage, rather than plain ground beef. To turn up the heat even more, use all spicy sausage instead. Tip: Crumble the bulk sausage with your fingers prior to browning. This gives you better control over the size of each piece and is easier than breaking up the chunks of sausage with a wooden spoon while cooking. Another alternative is to use a potato masher, if you have one.   ... VIEW POST

This hearty, chunky meat sauce takes a little while to come together, but it is so worth the extra effort. This recipe makes a large amount of sauce, so be sure to use a 6-quart or larger Dutch oven or pot when making it. This sauce can be enjoyed immediately after cooking, but it tastes even better a day or two later when the flavors have had a chance to mingle. This recipe also freezes up nicely for later use. Save yourself some time by crumbling up the beef and sausage with your fingers ... VIEW POST