Need something besides marinara or alfredo for your next pasta night?! Make this scrumptious "base" and toss with your favorite filled or non-filled pasta! I am OBSESSED with this new "base" for a pasta dish. First, you caramelize sliced onions in some olive oil, balsamic vinegar with a pinch of sugar. Once they are caramelized, you pour in some heavy cream and then some … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas & A Word about Perseverance through Trials
Daisy, Erin, Austin, Ryan, Charlie, Tyler, Steve & Cody It's been one year since “the series of unending crises" began for our family. One year ago, our upstairs hot water heater sprung a massive leak that woke us up at 2 am to 2 stories full of water. We moved out into a hotel, then into a rental home for 6 months while our home was renovated. In February, … [Read more...]
Top Searched Recipes in 2020
These are THE most searched recipes of 2020! Did you search for any of these? Have you tried any of them yet? If not, save a few to try in the new year! Google released a list of the most searched recipes for 2020. I know, I know. But if anything good came of this year, it's these recipes. Because these recipes reflect people getting back into their kitchens, making … [Read more...]
Amazon offers accessible convenience, everyday low prices and exclusive discounts on groceries
Now SNAP recipients can shop Amazon’s wide grocery selection & save time with home delivery option on qualifying orders with EBT card I'm thrilled to collaborate with Amazon to share with you the value, selection and convenience of Amazon’s grocery offerings from Amazon Fresh that SNAP recipients can enjoy. I know...this is news to me too!!! Amazon now … [Read more...]
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Peppermint Chip Shake Recipe
This Copycat Peppermint Chip Shake is a must-try recipe for holiday treats! There's something extra special about holiday treats. I'm not sure if it's the magic of the season, the chill in the air, or the extra time with family... but I adore all the holiday treats! Many homemade holiday treats are often created with love and gifted to others. But this one my friend, is not … [Read more...]
Erin’s 2020 Black Friday Deals & Doorbusters!
Erin's 2020 Black Friday Deals & Doorbusters! The information for the Black Friday-Cyber Monday deals is below. Because 2020 has just been a different year (to say the least), I thought I'd do something a little different with our annual Black Friday-Cyber Monday sale. This year, we've added DOORBUSTERS TO EACH DAY of the sale. For all orders of … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce
I love me some homemade cranberry sauce. I recently showed how to make it on the stovetop. And it's just as easy in the Instant Pot too. It's similar - load in all the ingredients, shut the IP, press a few buttons and voila. Just like with the stovetop version, this one will thicken as it cools too. Enjoy! Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce Because homemade … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Easiest Thanksgiving side dish ever! The Thanksgiving ideas and Instant Pot recipes continue...next up is these Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes. You could easily turn these into Sweet Potato Casserole, but I think they are sweet enough after they have been pressure-steamed and can be enjoyed with some butter and spices. The sweet potatoes naturally caramelize (and … [Read more...]
Amazon’s Best Black Friday Deals 2020
Erin's Favorite Kitchen Appliances and Cooking Deals are HERE! Updated daily for you! … [Read more...]
Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix (Regular & Dairy-Free!)
Perfectly simple and delicious Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix! This homemade mix is perfect for any hot cocoa lover, because there is a regular AND dairy free version. It makes a precious gift for your loved ones, neighbors, and besties too! Mix it - Store it - Gift it! :) Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix A regular and dairy-free version of hot cocoa mix … [Read more...]