Posted on May 16, 2012, 9:27 pm, by broccolicupcake.
I’ve been using The Fresh 20 meal plans for the last two weeks and loving them. This week, roasted chicken was on the menu. I have a few recipes I like to use, but The Fresh 20 had some new twists I hadn’t tried. I decided to blend their recipe with my own and made three chickens [...]
Posted on April 25, 2012, 9:14 pm, by broccolicupcake.
Almost 2 weeks after our trip to Pantall Farms, we are still enjoying the “fruits” of our labors. Ha, Ha! But seriously, picking strawberries was so much fun and I’m beyond excited that we will have this tasty strawberry freezer jam around for the next 6 months. You might be thinking, “That’s great, but canning is [...]
Posted on April 18, 2012, 8:58 am, by broccolicupcake.
Strawberry season came early in Middle Tennessee this year! Strawberries are practically a food group all by themselves around here and they are crazy expensive to buy at the grocery store – especially when out of season. A pound of organic strawberries can run up to $4.o0. Of course, we can get frozen for cheaper and do, but this [...]
Posted on April 9, 2012, 3:00 am, by broccolicupcake.
Today is the beginning of an exciting new series in honor of Earth month. Over the next four weeks, I’ll be working with Christine at I Dream of Clean, Michelle at The Frugal Seed and Lori at Laurel of Leaves, to share simple tips to green your lifestyle. Each week has a theme starting with [...]
Posted on April 5, 2012, 6:42 am, by broccolicupcake.
I love fries! Back in high school french fries dipped in ranch dressing were a lunchtime staple. Luckily, I’ve learned to eat healthier since then, but I still enjoy fries. When you make them with sweet potatoes they’re a super food so you can and should enjoy them guilt free. Sweet potatoes are high in [...]