I apologize for the unexpected absence. I’ve been caught up with managing some health issues and a crazy-busy schedule. As a result, I haven’t created anything delicious lately. It’s mostly been quick meals between tasks, errands, and hobbies. I have had some time to mess around with diffuser blends. First, a note about diffusers and
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‘Tis the season for toasted pumpkin seeds! Whether you’re carving jack-o-lanterns, prepping pie pumpkins, or just going after the goods, pumpkin seeds are hardly in short supply. In our case, we’re going through pie pumpkins left and right and carving out holiday decorations. While pumpkin spice may be the go-to for many people, pumpkin seeds
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I needed a little break from the pumpkin mayhem, so this week’s post is still orange, still spicy, but otherwise deviating from the current standard. Anyone who’s had actual Indian food knows that American versions and spinoffs don’t come anywhere near the celebration of flavor and spice that is actual Indian food. Proper Indian cooking
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Continuing on the trend of pumpkin treats, here are some super easy pumpkin cupcakes that are the perfect snack or on the go breakfast. Ingredients3/4 cup Flour3/4 cup Pumpkin puree (NOT pie filling)1/3 cup Brown sugar1/4 cup Heavy cream (or almond milk)1 Egg1/2 tsp Vanilla1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice1/4 tsp Baking powder1/4 tsp Baking sodaPinch
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Unlike most things pumpkin spice you’ll find this time of year, this oatmeal is actually made with pumpkin and spices. It’s a healthy and wholesome breakfast that’s packed with fiber, vitamins, and flavor to keep you full all morning long! Did you know that oatmeal can help regulate your cholesterol when eaten regularly? It can
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IT’S PUMPKIN SPICE SEASON, YA’LL!!! *cough*Right, anyway, it is, in fact, that time of year again, and while I’m actually not a huge fan of pumpkin spice stuff, I do like pumpkin pie and pumpkin oatmeal and other stuff with actual pumpkin in it. Pumpkin pie spices are quite nice, and as much as I
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Our new home has an amazing mint garden out front and a raspberry bramble out back. As anyone who’s ever met me knows all too well, I love tea. Mint tea is the quintessential winter beverage for me, and raspberry leaf tea is like black tea’s fruity cousin. With two natural resources literally right outside
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Hubby and I recently purchased and moved into our very first house! Our back patio is covered in beautiful grapevines that are absolutely loaded with fruit. After a big storm blew through and knocked a bunch of the ripe grapes to the ground, I went and harvested all the bunches I could reach and ended
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Who doesn’t love a refreshing drink on a warm day? Lemonade, limeade, or any other citrusy beverage is the perfect thing to hit the spot. Recently, I won a gift basket that had a TON of limes in it. As much as I love limes, there was no way I was going to use them
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If you’re a fan of mingling sweet and savory, this is the dinner for you. It’s a pressure cooker dish, but be forewarned, it is not a quick dinner. It takes a little over an hour to prepare, but it is worth every minute. For once, I didn’t take advantage of an opportunity to make
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