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Scattered Sundays

Last week we talked about the super sexy task of cleaning cabinets and I loved reading your suggestions/experiences with how you clean your own. The comments section in that post was super helpful. One...

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Confessions

If you’re new around here, confessions is a time for us to all unburden ourselves of the silliness we’re feeling at the moment. I share dumb things, then you share dumb things, and we...

Paleo Granola {Vegan, Gluten-Free}

Crunchy and naturally sweet, this Paleo Granola is a hardy and delicious grain-free breakfast. An easy recipe using maple syrup, these delightful gluten-free granola clusters are also vegan and dairy-free.  This paleo granola could...

Freezing Brussel Sprouts

Learn all the tips and tricks for freezing brussel sprouts to save a ton of time and money. Learning how to freeze brussel sprouts is a great way to preserve this versatile crop without needing any...

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Scattered Sundays

Do you remember a few years ago when the batteries from the iphone 6 were discovered to be faulty and they’d wouldn’t retain a charge no matter how long you had it plugged in?...

Drying Oregano

Drying oregano is a simple way to preserve this delicious pantry staple! Learn how to dry oregano in a food dehydrator, via air drying, in the microwave, or in the oven. As an Amazon Associate,...

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Sugar Free Barbeque Sauce

A delicious smoky homemade Sugar Free Barbeque sauce that is perfect for ribs, pulled pork, chicken, or even veggies. This tasty Whole BBQ sauce is vegan and free of refined sugar. As an Amazon Associate,...

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Honey Simple Syrup

Learn how easy it is to make your own Honey Simple Syrup for mocktails, cocktails, iced tea, and lemonade. You’ll love the amazing flavor of honey syrup in your drinks. As an Amazon Associate,...

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Scattered Sundays

Happy Easter! If you were Lutheran and in church with me this morning, the pastor would say “He is risen” and you’d repeat back “He is risen indeed”. And then we’d all stare at...

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Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu

Make the best Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu with this easy and delicious recipe. A flavorful homemade Parmesan sauce pairs well with the crispy and tender chicken. This chicken cordon bleu in the air fryer looks...

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Gluten-Free Cheese Sauce

Make the creamiest homemade Gluten-Free Cheese Sauce in under 15 minutes! Skip the sketchy ingredients in store-bought cheese sauce and whip up a batch from scratch today.  As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases....

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Stir-Fried Green Beans

Loaded with flavor, these spicy Stir-Fried Green Beans are a veggie-lover’s dream. These garlic green beans are vegan and vegetarian and ready in minutes. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This garlicky...