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Coffee Sugar Scrub

Winters in Northern Michigan can be brutal. It’s not because of the amount of lake effect snow or freezing temperatures. The reason they are so brutal is the amount of time that can pass between days of no cloud coverage. We can go weeks without seeing true sunlight. Imagine looking outside every day and seeingContinue reading “Coffee Sugar Scrub”

Dehydrated Cucumber Chips

I always have this time period after the holidays where I feel gross from all the high fat foods and sugary sweets. My method for getting back on track with healthy eating has been to incorporate plant based meals into our diet with healthy vegetarian alternatives to some of our favorite snacks. These cucumber chipsContinue reading “Dehydrated Cucumber Chips”

Butternut Squash Banana Bundt Cake

Have you ever gotten to the end of the week and looked in the fridge and wondered, “now what am I going to do with that?” That’s essentially what happened to me when I whipped up this recipe. I very avidly meal plan and try to the best of my ability to use up everythingContinue reading “Butternut Squash Banana Bundt Cake”

Wildlife Garland

We live in a wooded area close to a creek which means we have lots of critter friends that visit our home. I love seeing the different types or birds and small animals that stop at our feeders (plus it keeps our kitty entertained). When it snows here in Northern Michigan many of their foodContinue reading “Wildlife Garland”

Skillet Turkey Meatloaf

My husband and I have very different family recipes for meatloaf; his happens to have oatmeal and barbecue sauce while mine has fresh grated carrots and onions and breadcrumbs. Honestly, the only part they really have in common is that they both have a brown sugar glaze. Part of my kitchen journey has been toContinue reading “Skillet Turkey Meatloaf”

Magical Reindeer Food

My oldest is at that age where everything is so exciting and magical. She does everything with so much enthusiasm it’s hard not to get excited along with her. Our Christmas traditions have been a little bit different this year and we have had to be creative to keep everything magical for her. When IContinue reading “Magical Reindeer Food”

Gingerbread Oatmeal Bake

Since becoming a wife and mother meal prepping has become a big part of my Sunday routine. All my produce gets cleaned and ready for use and I like to prep quick lunches and easy snacks. I also like to have an easy breakfast option available. I absolutely love oatmeal; however, it’s not easy forContinue reading “Gingerbread Oatmeal Bake”

No-bake Cinnamon Ornaments

As a mom I strive for projects that are simple; I especially love when I can throw them together using items I keep in stock in my pantry. These beautiful cinnamon ornaments cover all the bases of being easy, frugal and fun (plus they smell amazing)! My oldest and I have been making these togetherContinue reading “No-bake Cinnamon Ornaments”

Slice-and-Bake Sprinkle Cookies

12 Days of Cookies: Day 12 My oldest loves sprinkles – so much, actually, that I always keep some in my pantry. One of her favorite treats will probably forever be Greek yogurt with sprinkles on top. When I was planning this project I knew I needed a recipe that was just for her. NotContinue reading “Slice-and-Bake Sprinkle Cookies”

Soft-bake Molasses Cookies

12 Days of Cookies: Day 11 This is a tried and true cookie recipe you will want to pull out every year for your holiday baking. The cookies end up soft and chewy with a sweet and slightly spicy flavor; they also crackle beautifully. With a few tips these cookies will come out perfect everyContinue reading “Soft-bake Molasses Cookies”