skip to the end for what to eat because you have to feed yourself and your people. Hey friend, I've missed you. And I owe you an explanation for my disappearing act. Five weeks of Fridays. Still smiling. Barely. Here's the short version: my body staged a full-on revolt. Turns out I've had severely low iron. Like, embarrassingly, how-are-you-still-standing low. My ferritin level (that's your stored iron) was a 5. FIVE. The normal range starts at 50. I had apparently been running on fumes for...
16 days ago • 2 min read
New Recipe You love the idea of Swedish Meatballs but not the reality of...the balls. You'll love this Swedish Meatball Gravy Skillet! Swedish Meatball Gravy Skillet Recipe How To Make Boxed Cornbread Even More Awesome Got a box of Jiffy Cornbread mix? We have a whole bunch of hacks for taking that box of cornbread mix and turning it into something amazing! Get the hacks Coming up Welp, get your aprons ready. We have a spring baking challenge in the works! Stay tuned! Nellie 1st. Street S.,...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Happy Sunday! I've got 2 tasty and budget friendly weeknight meal recipes for you. Don't pass these up. Save them for your menu planning. Did you get a chance to see the northern lights this past week? From what I understand, most of the country was able to. Weren't they amazing! Late Wednesday night we piled the dogs in the car and drove out of the city lights to get the best view. So much fun. I have recipes for you, of course I do, but first a couple of things I used this week that I LOVE...
7 months ago • 2 min read
If you haven't noticed the Marshmallow Peeps, pastel colored candies, or bunnies everywhere you look ...let me let you in on something important... It's carrot season! Otherwise know, by some, as Easter :). 🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕 🐇 This is the time of year that it is perfectly acceptable to make every single one of your favorite carrot recipes in a single weekend. And I plan on taking full advantage of it. Here are some of my favorite carrot recipes for you to add to your carrot festivities... 1....
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Hope you're doing well! Coconut Date Cheesecake Bars I've got a new treat for you: Coconut Date Cheesecake Bars. These are absolutely delicious, combining the richness of cheesecake with the natural sweetness of dates and a hint of coconut. If you’re looking for something new to satisfy your sweet tooth, this is it. Coconut Date Cheesecake Bars Food Processor Hack Quick tip: make life easier by using your food processor to chop the nuts for the crust. It's a game-changer and saves so much...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Our Minnesota Salad Series wouldn't be complete without the quintessential ingredient that's nearly synonymous with our state's unique dishes: Jello. Mandarin Orange Jello Salad—a creamy, dreamy favorite that perfectly represents the spirit of Minnesota's salad creativity. I asked Chat GPT WHY Jello was so popular in MN salad's: Economic Convenience: During the mid-20th century, Jello was an affordable ingredient that could stretch the family food budget—a crucial factor during and after...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
Hi friend, Brace yourself for the salad that’s more patriotic than fireworks on the Fourth of Juuuuly—Minnesota's Berry Cheesecake Salad. This isn't just any salad; it’s MN's declaration of independence from boring party food 🎉. Why is everyone in Minnesota obsessed? It’s Unconventional: Where else can you find a salad that combines the creamy, rich texture of cheesecake with the explosive sweetness of summer berries? Only in the Midwest. It Screams Summer: Packed with strawberries,...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Continuing our exploration of Minnesota's unique "salad" culture, let's dive into a favorite: the Mixed Fruit Marshmallow Salad. This isn't just a salad; it's a sweet homage to Minnesota moms who could whip up a party dish on the fly. Come With Me On A Trip Down Memory Lane: Back in the day, spotting a can of fruit cocktail in the pantry meant one thing—it was time to mix up a salad. And not just any salad. By adding some whipped topping and a handful of marshmallows, these moms transformed...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Kicking off our Minnesota Salad Series is a dish that’s as controversial as it is tasty: the Grape Salad. Yes, the New York Times picked it as Minnesota’s culinary emblem, and we’re still scratching our heads over here in MN. I mean, if you grew up here you've probably had it but to say it best represents MN is a very, very big stretch. That said, it IS tasty. Maybe....why they chose it? Unexpected Choice: While delicious, many of us Minnesotans wouldn’t crown it the king of our culinary...
about 2 years ago • 1 min read