Black Bean & Sweet Potato Tacos w/ Lime Slaw
I eat sweet potatoes because they’re good for me, not because I particularly enjoy them. When it comes to meal time I much prefer savory to sweet. However sweet potatoes pair perfectly with a little chipotle, some spicy beans, and a crunchy tangy slaw. These sweet potato tacos are going to be a new favorite in your weeknight rotation. Prep Ahead of Time Tacos are a super quick weeknight meal. I’m talking just a few minutes to add layers to tortillas and heat. BUT that’s only if you prep a bit ahead of time. Cook beans and sweet potatoes while…
Goal Summary for November 2019
November 2019 was a long push to make it to Thanksgiving. Work was busy, and I didn’t feel well for a large chunk of the month. One weekend we hit 3 craft stores looking for frames for Christmas. While we…
Mac & Cheese – 6 Ways to Make it Epic
I love a good mac & cheese. It’s one of those foods that even when it’s bad, it’s still pretty good. Legit I don’t know that I’ve ever met a bowl [or plate] of mac & cheese I didn’t like.…
North Carolina – A Photo Essay
North Carolina has always had a special place in my heart. It’s where we vacationed when I was a kid, and where my fiance have chosen to explore more recently. The food is fantastic, the people are nice, and the…
Sausage & Hashbrown Casserole
Breakfast sausage is a favorite comfort food of mine. Especially if it’s mixed in something. As a kid I would mix it into mac & cheese. This casserole is the ultimate comfort food: sausage, potatoes, & cheese. What more could…
Goal Summary for October 2019
Was October 2019 long for you? It seemed to go on forever. But not in a bad way. We went hiking for two weekends. I went into work 18 out of 19 days in a row. I made more time…
Framelit Storage That Doubles As Decor
It’s no secret among my friends that I love to craft. Whether it’s yarn, paper, or random craft supplies – I’ve got a stash of it. For framelits, I hated the little envelopes they come in. I couldn’t see them…
8 Tips to Save Money On Groceries
Unless you have money to fling around chances are you could go for having a smaller grocery bill. Who doesn’t want to save money on groceries? These tips are easy to implement and don’t need any coupons. For all of…
Stress Free Pumpkin Cheesecake w/ Cinnamon Whipped Cream
It’s October and pumpkin everything is in full swing, but honestly pumpkin cheesecake is good year round. I’ve made it in March, July, and December. Sweet pumpkin pairs with cream cheese and warm spices for a smooth, rich dessert. It’s…
Goal Summary for September 2019
Where did September go? Often I feel like time is moving fast, but September flew by. But at the same time looking back to things that happened just a few weeks ago, it feels like forever. Funny how some months…
So We’re Engaged – What Next?
This is such an exciting time! We’ve been engaged for about a month (actually exactly a month today). The first day was over the top exciting. After that things have calmed down, but I’m realizing we have a wedding to…
