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Improving Your Cooking? Here are Some Kitchen Skills to Learn This Year
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. Creating amazing flavors and treats in the kitchen is something that everyone loves to do. But what happens when you find out that you’re ready to try something new? It’s a New Year. Why not challenge your culinary skills more than you ever have before? Below, you’ll find a great list of cooking skills you can learn this year to change how you think about cooking. Not…
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All About Potatoes: National Potato Lovers Day
While potatoes may not have all of the healthy goodness of a bunch of kale most of us still have a love affair with the potato! There are so many tasty dishes that can be made with potatoes and today is a perfect day to celebrate them since it’s National Potato Lovers Day as well as National Potato Lovers Month! A Potato History The potato is the 4th largest crop in the world behind rice, wheat, and corn. The Inca Indians first grew potatoes between 8000 BC to 5000 BC. In 1536, the Spanish conquistadors conquered Peru, discovered the potato, and took it back to Europe. It took a while…
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National Meat Month: Reverse Sear Strip Steaks
Hello, all you meat-lovers! January is National Meat Month and this week, January 24 – 31 is National Meat Week! The month focus on all meats and meat week focuses on BBQ. I ate a lot more meat as a child than I do now — same with my husband. However, he loves a good steak — on occasion — even now and relishes the opportunity to visit a steak house to get a really good cut of meat cooked right. But now, sitting at a steakhouse — not ideal. So, steak at home! What is a Reverse Sear? The reverse sear is a cooking method where a thick cut…
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Christmas Gift Guide 2020: Insta Pot Duo Mini
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. It’s always a treat to get a kitchen gadget as a holiday gift and this year, the Insta Pot Duo Mini is in demand. The device is designed to be used by anyone, including big families, even though it’s a mini version. Because it’s compact, it doesn’t take up much counter space, but it still delivers big results. It can be used for a variety of functions…
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Homeschooling: Include Some Life Skills Too
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. Originally published April 26, 2020. Updated August xx, 2022. It’s a task to balance working from home with kids and their homework without trying to kill each other. As social media reports suggest, parents are starting to become a bit tense. With all of the changes in the world lately, it’s a challenge with more social isolation and too much time spent under the same roof with…
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Holiday Gift Guide: For Your Wife
You are always willing to shower your wife with love and affection. You should also give her some high-quality Christmas gifts that can adequately reflect your love and respect for her. These gifts will reflect that she’s making a noticeable difference in the lives of her treasured family members. Here are some gift ideas to show how much you care. A Nice Set of Pajamas If your wife likes to get comfortable at home, nothing is more comfy than a good silk or satin pajama set. These pajamas are made with high-quality silk that’s incredibly soft and smooth, and allow them to lounge around the house in absolute comfort. Don’t…
