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...]
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...]
No-Peel, No-Boil Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
Once you make these Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes, you'll never make them the old way again! Seriously, mashed potatoes have never been easier thanks to the never-ending possibilities and magic of the slow cooker! These taters make the holiday cooking a little less stressful. And we could all use a little less stress! Am I right?! Speaking of less stress, this … [Read more...]
7 Important Cleaning Hacks for Your Fridge + 7-Minute Holiday Speed Clean Checklist
Get Your Fridge and Home Ready for the Holidays with These Hacks and a Checklist I don't know about you, but I'm not sure what's happening with the holidays... Maybe if the weather is nice, we'll have a socially distanced, back patio turkey feast??? Maybe we will do a group Face-Time from our respective dining tables??? Whatever this year is going to look like for … [Read more...]
Skillet Monterey Chicken with Pasta
Skillet Monterey Chicken is a MUST TRY, quick and easy weeknight dish! This Monterey Chicken dish is perfect for using up leftover chicken, and super easy to prepare. Just a few quick minutes in the skillet and dinner is served! Alright, let's get to the how-to photos! How to Make Skillet Monterey Chicken Set out your ingredients. Add … [Read more...]
Step-by-Step: How to Clean Anything, No Matter How Big the Mess
What to Do When the Mess is So Overwhelming and Seemingly Too Big To Tackle Sometimes life just gets in the way and the mess just gets out of control. And then you don't know where to start, so the messy cycle continues. Below is a step-by-step guide and framework that will help you clean up anything, no matter how big the mess. Within the framework, I'm sharing 2 … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Prepare for Amazon Prime Day 2020
Amazon's annual Prime Day is coming and we want to help you prepare! Prime Day 2019 is happening soon (July 15th & 16th!) and we want to help you find the best deals so that you don't get lost in the shuffle. What we know is this - there will be deals. A WHOLE LOT OF DEALS. FOR ALL THE THINGS. Don't worry, we will help you find the best ones. But first, … [Read more...]
Top 5 Recipes on $5 Dinners – Fall 2020
Because sometimes it's hard to know which recipe you should try next - might we suggest one of these Top 5 Recipes on $5 Dinners! Looking for some meal plan inspiration or ideas to whip up this fall in your kitchen. Why not try one of our Top 5 Recipes for Fall 2020. The Pumpkin Pie French Toast goes viral ever year, about this time. The Hashbrown Beef … [Read more...]
Best Buttercream Frosting for Cakes Recipe
There are 2 key elements to making the best buttercream frosting for cakes - a lot of patience and this amazing recipe! After you try this recipe for the best homemade buttercream frosting for cakes, you won't ever want to buy a jar of frosting again! The key to this recipe is patience. Making a homemade cake is a labor of love, and when planned well into your … [Read more...]
Back to School (and Work) Cleaning Routines
A Balanced Plan for After School or Work Cleaning Routines As we approach the return to campus, I have been paying very close attention to studies and information about recommended cleaning protocols that are being implemented in school buildings. Along those lines, I've been thinking about my own cleaning routines and "protocols" for our home, to keep the boys as safe as … [Read more...]