Real Crock Pot Comfort: Autumn Harvest PorkWhy is it that so many things typically associated with fall foods start with "p," like pumpkins, pies, pork, and crock pots? All of these things say "comfort food" to me. According to scientists, the ability of these foods to ease moods is real; the shortened days, decreased…
Meal Plan: Slow-Cooker Dinners to the RescueFor the busy mothers or college students, slow-cookers are the answer to busy days. Slow cookers and crock pots are so easy to use and many of them feature timers which cook the roast for the perfect time even if you aren't there to turn it off right at 5:34pm.…
Meal Plan: Seaside Cuisine RecipesAs the saying goes, "There are plenty of fish in the sea," but we aren't talking in a dating capacity. Fish, shrimp, lobster, and more underwater creatures create marvelous dishes. Seafood has many positive benefits, mainly a great source of omega-3. Though seafood dishes can sometimes be a bit…
How to Make a Week of Meals in Less than Two HoursAs a work-at-home new mom, I don't have extra time. As a vegetarian and self-proclaimed health nut, I also don't have the option to live on fast food or ramen noodles. This is a problem as I do have to eat. I've figured out that if I keep…
Meal Plan: Cooking with ChickenChicken is the staple of American diets. We have figured out how to make it with any and everything. As a young child, I grew tired of my mother's same old chicken dishes, which I'm sure you can all relate to. To add some variety, this week we are…
