We used eggs from our own chickens, and oregano from my herb garden. I need to plant more parsley to dry next year.
Pioneer Woman at Heart
One Flourishing, Frugal and Fun Family!
One family learning to live off the land, cut back on expenses, and to live a simpler and a more self-sufficient lifestyle.
Adopted Motto
"Eat it up,
Wear it out,
Make it do,
Or go without."
~A Pioneer Sampler, by Barbara Greenwood~
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Cauliflower and Cabbage
We used eggs from our own chickens, and oregano from my herb garden. I need to plant more parsley to dry next year.
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Good Summer Food
The weatherman said we'd get rain, and they sky surely looked like it. We got a few sprinkles here and there, but not what we really needed. I started the day by spending some morning time on the porch, while the kiddos slept in.
I got a break from outdoor work, and canning, and cooked up some garden recipes. First, I made Fresh Dill and Cucumber Salad (mmmm!). The dressing for this salad uses a teaspoon of raw honey.
Then I made our cauliflower crust pizzas, topped with garden delights. Planning meals has been pretty fun this summer so far.
Monday, August 6, 2012
German Potato Salad with Honey ~ French Vanilla Ice Cream with Honey
Monday, July 3, 2023
Happy Homemaker Monday
It's a ground turkey/quinoa casserole (online at iFoodreal.com), and suggested toppings of fresh tomatoes, and snipped green onion from the herb garden. I'll admit, this was a lot of ground turkey and quinoa, but we like it. The one thing I will do next time, is add more spices/herbs to it. I would add more spinach to it as well. It was good, and has 4 cloves of garlic, but we both felt it needed just a bit more flavor. It's very healthy, and can be frozen.
As I look outside my window . . .
Leftover dinner from last night - Ground Turkey/Quinoa Casserole, topped with fresh tomato and some snipped green onions from the herb garden.
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Dehydrating Potatoes
Monday, December 11, 2023
Happy Homemaker Monday
I tried a new recipe, and we love it - Southwest Chicken Quinoa Casserole (The Real Food Dietitians online). It was similar to a "bowl" recipe we like that is layered, but this recipe is much easier and quicker to prepare. I used frozen bell pepper from the garden, and frozen jalapenos from the garden, so that created more liquid as it cooked (note to self: use less chicken broth). I used homemade tomato sauce for this too.
The chicken coop roof is finally done. We may be moving the coop's location. Not sure just yet.
We also got the fallen pine trees moved, but it took part of the lilac bush with it. It is about half the height, so hopefully, it will recover. I think we removed about 6 fallen pine trees. One more job checked off the to-do list. Actually two, if you count the chicken coop roof being completely done.
I am joining Sandra at Diary of a Stay at Home Mom
The weather . . .
Over the weekend we hit a high record.
However, with this, came more rain, and now much cooler.
Right now I am . . .
Getting ready to post this blog post.
Thinking and Pondering . . .
What needs to be on the to-do list today/this week.
How I am feeling . . .
Fantastic! I completed two fitness goals. Now onto the next few goals....
On the breakfast plate . . .
Sausage, egg, potato, and bean breakfast burrito.
On the lunch plate . . .
Chicken salad cucumber bites and omega 3 nut mix. I used part home canned hot pepper relish, and part sweet for the chicken salad. So good!! Can't wait for summer cucumbers again.
Something to share . . .
Homemade Omega-3 Nut Snack Mix:
Some of you may already roast your own snack mixes, but I finally started to make our Omega-3 mix myself. The packets have changed (they started adding chocolate bits to it), and it's expensive. I found some of the non-gmo (no oils) nuts at Menard's and the rest at other grocery stores. I then add the dried cranberries (the packets had too many cranberries).
I roast (all non-gmo, with no added oils):
-1 cup raw almonds
-1 cup raw pecans
-1 cup raw pistachios
-1 cup raw pepitas
Roast at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, cool and add 1 cup dried cranberries. Store in an air tight container. One serving - 1/4 cup.
If you have a Costco or other membership, look for non-gmo bulk nuts. We do not, so I have to really look around for them.
Christmas ideas, DIY's, tips and recipes . . .
Egg Soufflé (Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole)
I love to make this recipe with homemade bread. Our favorite make ahead breakfast.
Devotional, Quote, Prayers. . .
Monday, May 18, 2020
Happy Homemaker Monday
Monday, January 1, 2024
Happy Homemaker Monday
Happy New Year! I do not write out resolutions for the upcoming year. I started working myself (physically, and there may be an update this new year, we'll see). I'm just glad the holidays are done with this year.
On to other news . . .
Self Care: my self care this week was to buy myself a new set of casual dress boots (tossing out a very old, and very worn pair too). I never find anything in the size I wear, so this is a pamper me moment. A big bonus, was that the price tag said $55.00 and they were on sale for $14.99! What did you do for yourself last week? Or do you plan some self care next week?
Today I am joining Sandra at Diary of a Stay at Home Mom.The weather . . .
It rained all weekend, and we are so stinkin' tired of it. We did not get any work done on the coop either. Woke up to more rain, and a slight possibility of a snow shower today. Temps are in the high 30's/low 40's here right now.
Right now I am . . .
Making coffee, and will be putting the Christmas tree in storage for the year.
Thinking and pondering . . .
I'm considering hiring someone to paint one ceiling, and possibly more. It all depends on my energy level this winter, ha ha! Also, the cost.
I'm also thinking about changing my blog background/theme on blogger too. There is much on the side bars that can be removed too.
How I am feeling . . .
Honestly? Pretty good, and I feel on task too. I got all of the Christmas decorations put away, other than the tree, and life in general is pretty good.
On the breakfast plate . . .
Leftovers.
On the lunch plate . . .
Not sure. Maybe homemade cauliflower crust pizza with home canned sauce.
On the dinner plate . . .
Chicken Spaghetti using garden spaghetti squash for the pasta. Garden green beans.
On the menu . . .
-One pan Pork Loin with Brussel Sprouts and Apples (new recipe to try - The Real Food Dieticians)
-Chicken Spaghetti using Spaghetti Squash (new recipe to try), roasted vegetables
-Crockpot Sweet Garlic Chicken, Green Beans baked with garlic powder
-grilled ham/cheese sandwiches, home canned tomato-basil soup
Snacks
-Greek Hummus Dip (new recipe to try, for a summer dip when the garden is in full swing)
On my reading pile . . .
On my TV this week . . .
Anything but Christmas movies ha ha!
Looking around the house . . .
In case you didn't see the recent post, my bunching onions are doing great! I harvested some the other day. they are larger than normal green onions, but seem to be hardy for this time of year. Of course, all of this rain is helping, so I am harvesting more and enjoying them.
Happy Homemaker Monday © Jan 2024 by Kristina at Pioneer Woman at Heart