the pursuit of well-rounded living
It is officially cold and flu season (and RSV season, and Coxsackievirus season, and COVID season, and stomach bug season…) and our family’s been hit. I am sure we’re not the only household that’s battling this year’s slew of illnesses…
I, for one, cannot believe that Christmas is less than two weeks away! I feel like it was just yesterday I was writing about the start of the Christmas season, and here we are counting down the days. Something that…
Ingredients 2 lbs Chuck roast, cubed 2 tbs olive oil 3 large carrots, sliced 1 onion, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 2 tbs Gravy Master 6 oz tomato paste 2 tbs flour 16 c. beef broth 12 oz frozen cut…
It is very easy and convenient to buy pumpkin purée, add some spices, throw it into a pie crust, and call it a day. However, it is also easy to make homemade pumpkin pie. Don’t be intimidated! Plus, if you’re…
There is nothing better than delicious comfort food on a chilly or cold day. Braised short ribs are one of my favorite meals, and I wanted to share my recipe. Enjoy! Ingredients 5 lbs short ribs 1 lbs button mushrooms,…
As many of you probably know, autumn is my favorite season and while I am sad to see if pass by I am equally as excited about the upcoming winter season. Winter is my second favorite season of the year…
Is there anything better than curling up with a good book or story in front of a warm fire with a cup of hot cocoa? Probably not. I’m sharing some of my favorite Christmastime literature below. Let me know what you…
We’re now about a week into winter and soon the weatherman (hopefully) will be predicting some snow days. Along with a healthy stockpile of wine, cheese, and chocolate, a good music library is essential to a successful winter’s day. Below…
