After wanting to love spaghetti squash for years, this baked spaghetti squash casserole recipe was finally the one that made me and our whole family spaghetti squash fans. I love the idea of spaghetti squash. A low carb and more nutrient rich alternative to traditional pasta. Sign me up! Plus, like our other beloved winter…
I’m always on the lookout for ideas of quick and easy sides that are also nutritious and delicious. Carrot mash made in the Instant Pot has quickly moved into our regular rotation—both as the perfect side dish for family dinner or one that you can make in a larger batch to bring to a party…
Interested in making your own tallow-based skincare products? The first step is rendering your tallow so that it is completely purified with no beefy odor. The easiest method that we’ve found to do this is by wet rendering your tallow in a slow cooker. Don’t be intimidated. With this easy to follow step-by-step guide, you’ll…
The perfect recipe to warm you up on a cold day, this creamy southwest chicken soup is one of our family favorites! Filled with shredded chicken, black beans, and sweet potatoes this easy recipe is both nourishing and delicious. It is currently April on our homestead and I’m watching the snow fall out our window….
Looking for a use for those overripe bananas? We love these easy, baked peanut butter banana oat bars. Flourless and sweetened only with bananas (and optional chocolate chips) these bars make a perfect quick breakfast, easy snack, or delightful dessert! With focusing on eating the food that we grow, trips to the grocery store are…
We’ve tried a lot of recipes for meatloaf over the years, but have landed on this cheesy meatloaf without ketchup as our family favorite. If you are looking for the ultimate comfort food that’s an easy addition to your family meal plans, look no further! I’ve never been a fan of ketchup heavy meatloaves. I…
This layered chicken enchilada casserole is an easy recipe that takes traditional chicken enchiladas and transforms them into a casserole dish, making it a great option your whole family will love! Every week, we let our kids choose the meal and they help me prepare it for our family dinner night; A well-loved tradition from…
The perfect side to accompany any Mexican food, this Dutch oven Spanish rice is a staple in our home. With variations for either cooking in a Dutch oven on the stove or in an instant pot, it’s perfect for a dinner party or potluck! Taco Tuesday (or any other day of the week) is always…
When we need a quick and easy dessert that will quell any sweet tooth, this crustless custard pie is our go-to! Also known as impossible pie, this recipe naturally separates into layers forming its own pie crust with no extra work from you. We are always looking to add easy recipes to our repertoire centered…
Finally, gluten and grain-free tortillas that are easy to make and hold their shape perfectly! This recipe for grain free tortillas is also egg based giving it extra protein and nutrients. 10 years ago, when we began a journey of eliminating processed foods to heal our bodies, we started by doing a mainly paleo diet….