Green Eating

Green Eating

Posted by on April 21, 2020

I’m an avid gardener, but my agricultural efforts tend more to flowers than produce. But the world being what it is these days, I’ve been giving more thought to that small patch of tilled ground that I usually reserve for tomatoes. After months of winter and eating mostly canned goods while “sheltering in place,” my read more »

Meal Kit of the Month

Meal Kit of the Month

Posted by on April 15, 2020

I’m so excited about all the new recipes for Spring-Summer that I could go for another walk today! Cutting carbs doesn’t mean cutting flavor, and my favorite recipes are so delicious I promise you won’t miss the carbs. Chicken Fajita Salad. Grilled Fiesta Party Chicken, peppers and onions served over a salad with creamy non-dairy read more »

I Have a Thriving Online Business

I Have a Thriving Online Business

Posted by on April 13, 2020

After transitioning to a stay-at-home mom five years ago, I was looking for something to help pass the time. I had attended a Tastefully Simple party with my mother-in-law, and decided to give the business a try. I had never done any kind of direct sales and didn’t know what to expect.I figured it would read more »

Must-Have Recipes for Easter

Must-Have Recipes for Easter

Posted by on April 9, 2020

Still thinking about what to make for Easter dinner? No worries – I got you covered! Here’s a few new recipes I’d like to share with you that will be perfect for Easter or anytime! Ham is an Easter tradition at my house. It’s like the gift that keeps giving and showing up in meals all read more »

Enjoy Breakfast for Dinner

Enjoy Breakfast for Dinner

Posted by on April 3, 2020

My kids absolutely love breakfast for dinner, so I try to throw it in the menu at least once a week. Some of my kids’ favorite recipes are: Simply Salsa Egg Cups. These delicious egg cups are packed with protein and veggies! You can decide to make them ahead or serve immediately; the choice is read more »

Cooking with Kids

Cooking with Kids

Posted by on March 31, 2020

It’s a bear! No, it’s a lion! No, it’s … a veggie tray ! Anyone else getting creative in the kitchen lately? I’ve been having my kids help out in the kitchen with the basics, and they absolutely love being involved. My youngest is great at stirring – anything and all things. My five-year-old year read more »

30-Minute Meal Ideas

30-Minute Meal Ideas

Posted by on March 30, 2020

Does this sound familiar? You rush into the house after a long day at work, drop your coat, purse, etc., pull your hair up into a pony, roll up your sleeves and start frantically pulling together something for dinner that even remotely resembles a healthy and edible meal? That’s a lot of us, which is read more »

Think Spring – Spring Rolls, That Is!

Think Spring – Spring Rolls, That Is!

Posted by on March 27, 2020

Pasta. Bread. Toilet paper. I don’t know how your local grocery stores look these days, but the aisles are a bit bare here in Minnesota when it comes to certain pantry and household staples. (Maybe it’s just because Midwesterners make a lot of hotdish when they need comfort food. We won’t speculate about the toilet read more »

My business helped me meet my music idols

My business helped me meet my music idols

Posted by on March 24, 2020

I’ve been a Tastefully Simple fan since a consultant friend asked me to host a party about 15 years ago. I loved everything I tasted and was happy to stock up my pantry with great products. Five years ago another friend, also a consultant, alerted me to a great join offer. Funnily enough, I didn’t read more »

7 St. Patrick’s Day Dishes & Desserts

6 St. Patrick’s Day Dishes & Desserts

Posted by on March 17, 2020

Happy St. Patrick’s Day, lads and lassies! Want to raise a glass with your best mates? Or have a wee bit o’ fun in the kitchen with your favorite little leprechauns? Whether you’re Irish all the way or just for today, here are six delicious dishes and desserts that will work like a charm! 6 read more »