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How To Be Supportive In Times Of Grief
During these trying times, we are all grieving in different ways. People are experiencing tremendous losses and many feel like they are grieving alone. Whether it be the loss of a loved one, a job, or the feeling of structure and routine, loss is present for nearly everyone. High school and college students do not get to experience the graduation ceremony they have awaited, and rituals and gatherings are postponed indefinitely. During these times more than ever and with it being National Grief Awareness Day today, it is important to be supportive and reach out to your loved ones, and below are a few ways to do so. 1. Stay…
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Grilled Chicken & Brie Panini
This Grilled Chicken & Brie Panini recipe is perfect for a lazy Sunday lunch. It also hits on several of the National “Months” for this month. It’s National Sandwich Month. It’s National Peach Month, And it’s National Panini Month. Creamy melted Brie, peppery arugula, and the savory warmth of the spicy peach compote perfectly complement the chicken breast in this panini. The peach compote recipe can be found here. To save time, use rotisserie chicken breast or off-the-bone chicken breast from the deli counter. If you don’t care for arugula, chopped fresh basil would be a nice alternative. If you have one, a panini press is the best tool for…
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Chicken & Rice with Warm Peach Sauce
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Here’s another post for National Peach Month! This Chicken & Rice with Warm Peach Sauce is a perfect entree. To make this recipe, you can use the Savory Peach Compote linked here. Since you have made it ahead of time, it makes this recipe a quick weekday family meal. Add a nice side salad and some crusty bread—YUM! Tip: Steamed broccoli or cauliflower rice would be a…
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Savory Peach Compote
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. August is Peach month. I remember the peaches from my grandmother’s back yard. We would eat some off the tree but we were nuch more interested in what Grandmother W. would do with the peaches. She would make preserves, pie, and cobbler. The cobbler was the star — I can still taste it now. But she really didn’t incorporate the peaches into our everyday meals. I think…
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Warm Italian Panini Sandwich
August is National Sandwich Month! And August 11th is National Panini Day! Do you make paninis at home? It’s easy even if you don’t have a panini press! A classic Italian sub sandwich normally features a mixture of cured meats, such as salami, pepperoni or ham, and provolone cheese on an Italian-style roll. Onions, tomatoes, and crispy lettuce topped with copious amounts of Italian dressing are also standard. This version is similar, except it is on a super soft artisanal white bread without the dressing. It is also served warm. If you don’t have a dedicated Panini press at home – no problem. You can achieve similar results with a…
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Creamy Instant Pot® Rice Pudding
Today, August 9th is National Rice Pudding Day I remember having this dessert first when I was in kindergarten. It was usually part of our lunch and was mass-produced. LOL It was not my favorite thing — I was 5! Finally, as a teen, I was given a new version — one made in a home. Hmmm — it was quite tasty! So, it moved up my list of things I like to eat! This Creamy Instant Pot Rice Pudding recipe makes a really creamy version without much effort on your part! This creamy, custard-like rice pudding is so delicious and easy to make, it just might become your new…
