Reviving the lost art of self-reliance, one small step at a time
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 creamy pumpkin soup recipe is easy to make, but it looks fancy enough for company. Serve it up with a fresh loaf of bread for dipping. Fast food, made from wholesome ingredients!
Creamy Pumpkin Soup: Easy Enough for a Weeknight, Pretty Enough for CompanyRead More
This red potato salad is a perfect BBQ side dish or picnic fare. Made with healthy fresh avocados, red skinned potatoes, & hard boiled eggs, it’s a winner!
Perfect Picnic Fare: Red Potato Salad with Avocado and EggsRead More
This vegetarian savory tartlet recipe – kind of like a mini quiche – features feta and roasted red peppers. It’s pretty enough for company!
Homemade baked beans are easy to make, and inexpensive, too! Instead of depending on canned options for your favorite barbecue side dish, start with dry beans and some simple ingredients. Here’s how to make baked beans in an Instant Pot with and without soaking the beans prior to cooking.
This white zucchini lasagna recipe is cheesy goodness at its best. Fresh zucchini, right from the garden, layered with two kinds of cheese and spices makes this zucchini lasagna recipe a winner. It’s a perfect way to take advantage of prolific zucchini when it’s in season!
Zucchini Lasagna Recipe: Cheesy, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian Comfort FoodRead More
Need a fast, flavorful meal in a hurry? This Instant Pot sweet potato curry fits the bill! I was late to love curry. It’s just not something I grew up with in my rural little community. Hard to imagine now, with so much diverse ethnic food readily available in so many communities, big or small. …
Fill a Bowl of this Hearty Sweet Potato Curry and Tuck in for Some YUMRead More
Does handmade pizza crust just seem like too much work? Here’s our favorite recipe – the best thin crust pizza, IMO – and how to make it FAST. This little hack is the way to have fresh, homemade pizza even on weeknights. Your family will love you for it.
The Best Thin Pizza Crust (And How to Make it Fast Enough for a Weeknight)Read More
This easy lentil soup recipe with sausage comes together quickly and uses ingredients that you likely already have on hand.
Easy Lentil Soup Recipe: A Fast, Healthy Meal on a BudgetRead More
Swap these easy cooking recipes for your favorite supermarket shortcuts. You don’t have to resort to box cooking. Make your family’s favorite foods at home!
Easy Cooking Recipes to Replace Ridiculous Supermarket ProductsRead More
