Who doesn't love a sweet treat? I certainly do (if you know me, this comes as no surprise)! Over the past 3 or 4 years, I've done my best to switch from utilizing white sugar to seeking out natural sweeteners as much as possible. Knowing which sweetener alternatives to switch to can be challenging since... Continue Reading →
There's nothing quite like burning a cozy candle in the evening after the day's work is complete. Something about this simple act says, "Good work today. Now enjoy the rest." I stopped burning most candles once I discovered how toxic they can be to our health. They are filled with artificial fragrances (learn why I... Continue Reading →
Conventional snack foods, such as Cheese Its, are expensive, highly processed, completely lacking in nutritional value, and filled with lots of ingredients our family likes to avoid. But let me be honest, there's still nothing quite like a cheesy and crispy cracker for a snack. In order to satisfy our cracker cravings, I set out... Continue Reading →
Dinner rolls are the perfect pairing for many a from-scratch-dinner. Make them for dinner parties, freeze away for later, or bake as a healthy bread option for your family. This recipe is quick, simple, and produces the soft and scrumptious rolls. Plus, they'll give you the peace of mind in knowing they only contain natural... Continue Reading →
As I'm writing this, we're currently entering the last leg of winter. As much as I want spring to arrive in full force, it just isn't quite here yet, so why not continue indulging in a few cozy winter things while we still can? Hot chocolate, for instance! A cup of hot cocoa paired with... Continue Reading →
I just love breakfast foods. Pancakes, Waffles, Homemade Granola, oatmeal, eggs, Sourdough Drop Biscuits, Sourdough Peanut Butter Crepes, bacon…it may be one of my love languages. Muffins are another one of those easy Saturday morning breakfast items in our household. They function as a dessert or a midday snack too (that is…if they last past breakfast). Wouldn’t it be great... Continue Reading →
I utilize my essential oil diffuser almost every day. It's a small way that I can set the tone in my home. For example, I enjoy diffusing a citrus oil such as lemon on cleaning days, relaxing lavender in the evenings, cedar wood when we need some cozy, and tea tree or frankincense when we... Continue Reading →
With two tiny boys running and crawling under my feet, I need quick and simple options for breakfast. I also prefer to feed my family healthy and whole food options...finding breakfast items that meet both of these standards is challenging and expensive! That's why I'm working to expand my sourdough baking skills. I've already created... Continue Reading →
The winter season is upon us. The days are just brisk which means I crave anything and everything warm. One of the better aspects of the cooler seasons, in my opinion, is the food. Warm and wholesome, there’s just nothing like the dishes we customarily enjoy during autumn and winter. Delicious baked goods such as... Continue Reading →
The bleak winter season makes me crave all things cozy and inviting, including fragrances. While I enjoy filling my home with festive scents, I don't love the toxic ingredients found within air fresheners and candles. It's so easy to light Christmas candles and achieve that comfortable vibe, but did you know that synthetic fragrances are... Continue Reading →