Reviving the lost art of self-reliance, one small step at a time
You can cook meals at home even if you’re short on time with these easy recipes and kitchen know-how.
Let’s face it. We’re all busy. If we’re going to make homemade meals for our family, the recipes need to be fast, cheap, and easy.
I’m here to tell you that it’s possible to put wholesome fare on the table on a regular basis without making yourself crazy. And guess what? Cooking from scratch is much less expensive than buying the supermarket version of your favorites. (Case in point: SOUP.)
Easy recipes for homemade meals coupled with a few tricks (hello slow cooker!) can help you make the switch from takeout to homemade. You don’t need chef’s credentials to make your family and friends tasty meals from wholesome ingredients. Simple will do!
Eliminate wonky ingredients. Skip the disposable packaging that comes with supermarket “cheats.” Eat well.
From simple and inexpensive white chicken chili (one of our go-to meals for dinner in a hurry) to herb breaded chicken, I’m here to help you learn to cook from scratch.
This hummus pizza has just a few ingredients. Make the pizza dough ahead of time and you can assemble these artisan flatbreads for a simple lunch for guests.
Serve this Hummus Pizza Flatbread for Lunch or as an AppetizerRead More
This sausage and cornbread dressing recipe is perfect for holiday meals, but good for using up stale bread throughout the year, too.
Springtime generally means an uptick in fresh egg production for those of us who have laying hens. These egg recipes will help you use them up without boring repetition!
100+ Easy Egg Recipes for Breakfast, Brunch, and DinnerRead More
This family favorite refried beans recipe is excellent, and way less expensive than the canned version. Serve them with your favorite Mexican dinner.
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Looking for a recipe that will let the season’s heirloom tomatoes shine? This heirloom tomato tart recipe bursts with fresh from the garden flavor!
Heirloom Tomato Tart Recipe with Goat Cheese and Fresh BasilRead More
This caramelized onion tart with mushrooms is going to knock your socks off. An easy & elegant recipe; serve as an appetizer or alongside a salad for lunch.
Elegant (But Easy!) Caramelized Onion and Mushroom TartRead More
When basil is abundant in the garden or at the farmers market, enjoy it in these sweet or savory basil recipes. This flavorful herb shines in many dishes!
25+ Basil Recipes You Need to Try for a Flavorful Meal (or Dessert!)Read More
Don’t stop at Instant Pot spaghetti squash – you can also cook it in a conventional oven or slow cooker for a low carb, Whole30, paleo pasta substitute that will wow you.
Give this Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash a Place at the TableRead More
Italian meat sauce is a delicious topping for pasta or polenta – and it’s EASY. This Instant Pot version is ready in under an hour, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
Mom’s Best Italian Meat Sauce Made Easier with the Instant PotRead More
