Written by Miranda of Pocket Pause I've read that moving, getting married and starting a new job are some of the biggest contributors to stress - and since I've been through them all, i can vouche for that statement. I have moved so many times in the past few years that I've become somewhat of a pro - or at least have picked up a few tips that have helped me keep my sanity. If you're about to take on a move, big or small, this post may help you get through it without bursting into tears ... continue reading...
Sign Up For Spain in Iowa’s Traditional Menu Plan On A Budget! The First Two Weeks Are FREE!
It's launch time! The new Spain in Iowa membership site is done and the week 1 menu plan is ready for download. You'll find all the information you need by visiting, www.spain-in-iowa.com/menuplan. Once you decide on a membership level and subscribe, you'll automatically be emailed a username and login to get into the membership area. By subscribing, the first two weeks of menu plans are free. I'm excited to start this journey with you as we learn how to cook whole foods, in season, ... continue reading...
Tuscan Kale and White Bean Soup… In the Crockpot
My favorite kind of dishes have always been one pot meals cooked low and slow. This is especially true during the winter time when simmering pots on the back burner fill my home with the aroma of humble ingredients softening to a delicate bite. As a young girl, heck... even today, cleaning my plate to a brilliant shine by mopping up the juices of a good braise, soup, or stew with thick crusty bread is my favorite part about a one pot meal. To me, it's liquid gold. ... continue reading...
Ridiculously Good Lunches For Kids – Week 2
I'm running a week behind, but as promised, I'm sharing with you week two of our ridiculously good lunches for kids. As I talked about in my post, If French Kids Can Eat Everything, So Can Yours – How to Teach Your Kids to Eat Everything, I've completely changed up my kids lunches at home. I'm no longer catering to them for lunch. Instead, I decided to feed my children more nutrient dense foods for lunch. I don’t fuss or menu plan for this, I just use what I have on hand to make my kids ... continue reading...
How To Make Your Own Homemade Organic Spaghetti or Pizza Sauce for $1 Plus Change!
My kids are just like any other kids – they love the red sauce. For yesterday's ridiculously good lunches for kids, I decided to make them some spaghetti. As I usually do, I use what I have in my pantry and fridge to whip up a quick and easy nourishing lunch. With a quick glance in the fridge I decided to brown some ground pork and saute some kale and baby portobello mushrooms (loaded with vitamin d) with garlic to add in the spaghetti. As I was about to start on the sauce, I kind of ... continue reading...
