Clam Potato Chowder
Clam potato chowder isn't something I ever thought I'd make. I'm not fond of clams at all. But, you know, I have kids. And they like things. Small Fry, as it turns out, loves clams. Mr. Meaty also loves clam chowder. Tall Fry and I do not love clam chowder. So, this creamy clam potato chowder is light on clams and heavy on potatoes and bacon. We like potatoes and bacon. Next time I might even add corn. The secret for Tall Fry and I is to pump up the vegetables and creamy chowder of it all and … [Read More...]
The Super Easy Vegetarian Slow Cooker Cookbook
Fill slow cooker with delicious vegetarian ingredients. Walk away. That simple. Whether you are a dedicated vegan, a moderate vegetarian, or just a weekend herbivore, The Super Easy Vegetarian Slow Cooker Cookbook is your simple source for recipes that fit into your busy life. With 115 delicious, hands-off recipes, it proves you can spend minutes in the kitchen and still have a delicious end result. The Super Easy Vegetarian Slow Cooker Cookbook is filled with simple dishes that involve … [Read More...]
20+ Vegetarian Thanksgiving Menu Recipes
It's time for my vegetarian Thanksgiving menu. Wow. Seriously? It's almost Thanksgiving? How on Earth did that happen? It was just Halloween. OK, OK, I can do this. I have green beans and mushrooms. I. Can. Do. This. Wait...you need some help, too? Oh good, I'm not the only one. Here's a quick vegetarian Thanksgiving menu for you to use this year if you're like me and it snuck up on you. Also, check out my tips on not going completely insane in the kitchen this Thanksgiving. Since we've … [Read More...]
Food, self-sufficiency and financial independence
When I made the decision to leave the workforce and become a stay-at-home mom I didn't think it was a great financial move. I knew it was the right move for us, sure. But I figured it would cost us dearly, financially. Not really right away. We ran the numbers for that. I'd be paying nearly as much to a daycare or a nanny as I'd make. Journalism isn't exactly raking in the big bucks. At least not the type I was doing, small newspaper editing and cops and courts reporting. But, it would cost … [Read More...]
Cozy fall flavor recipes
Fall flavors are one of the best parts of the season. Who loves fall? I do and I love fall flavors. Fall is definitely my favorite season and its flavors are probably my favorite. Pumpkin, carrots, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, apples and broccoli are in season. Yum! If you love fall flavors as I do, you may enjoy a few of these fall recipes. You can also enjoy seasonal tomatoes and beets this season just to name a few of the fall's bountiful delicious fall fruits and … [Read More...]
