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Tomato Basil Jam

This post sharing the recipe for Tomato Basil Jam originally appeared on Arkansas Women Bloggers. I wrote the content as a contributor to their site at the time. A couple of summers ago, my Papa fell shelling peas. I mean, what else are you supposed to...

Jul 13, 2022

Tomato Basil Jam is a canning must try. Using the gem of the south in the summer - tomatoes with fresh basil is a sweet and savory treat to use on meat, sandwiches, snacks or appetizers.

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Cranky Cukes | Easy Overnight Refrigerator Pickles

I recently made my first batch of easy overnight summer refrigerator pickles. And, yall that’s so dang easy! I called them Cranky Cukes because I kinda put my spin on the spices and flavors, but they were so crunchy and fresh. One of my favorite restaurants...

Jul 6, 2022

Cranky Cukes are easy, summer, overnight refrigerator pickles that you can make with a variety of seasoing and spices like curry and red pepper flakes. Use cucumbers from a farmer's market haul, grocery store produce, or crops from your own garden.

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Soy-based Insect Repellent Roll-on

This Soy-based Insect Repellent Roll-on recipe was developed for the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board (ASPB). We are compensated for these posts as part of our client work, but the opinions and thoughts shared, are our own. I recently sat outside on a Monday night...

Jun 29, 2022

Soy-based Essential Oil Insect Repellent | This summer staple combats pesky misquitoes with natural scents that drive them crazy. Soy wax, shea butter, and coconut oil combine to make a soft roll on salve that will keep the bugs away on the back porch, while camping, hanging out in the yard or while you travel. #soybased #soyproducts #soybeautycare #essentialoil #soyskincare

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Go To Pinterest Recipes

I love Pinterest research (you should follow me!). It’s my favorite tool for vacation adventures and menu preparation. And, there are a few recipes that I always resort to. Yes, I also have a shelf of cookbooks that I will reference from time to time, but this list...

Jun 1, 2022

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Family Reunion Loaded Veggie Pasta Salad

It's summer and please tell me you love a pasta salad? With Memorial Day coming up this weekend, you have a family reunion or backyard party on your schedule. I pulled this salad together for an Easter family dinner and I’ve already made it three times since. ...

May 25, 2022

This easy, summer, loaded veggie pasta salad is perfect for Sunday potluck, picnics, backyard burger sides, lake days and family gatherings. Loaded with vegetables it's light on calories, but full on flavor. This can be a 1-2 point weight watcher food.

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Everything Bagel Seasoning Chicken Salad

It's mother’s day week and my mama and I love a hearty chicken salad. If we are out and about, I know for certain that a “chick food” lunch will work every time. She is also my ride or die on trying new foods, but you can bet my mam loves a scoop of chicken salad...

May 4, 2022

Everything Bagel Seasoning Chicken Salad is low fat, but high on savory flavor. It's the perfect no-nut chicken salad with a little fruit mixed in that you will want to add to your mother's day, wedding shower, or girlfriend gathering.

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Poached Egg Breakfast Sandwich

I am freaked out by eggs, there I said it. I can’t tell you why or what it is, but they freak me out. But, I’ve determined that I love a poached egg, of all things. I know. So, once I discovered my love of a poached egg, I set out to learn how to make a poached...

Apr 27, 2022

This open faced poached egg breakfast sandwich is a quick, easy weekend breakfast that is full of protein and has such a buttery flavor from the egg yolk and goes over the top with the everything bagel seasoning.

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What I know to be true | 40 somethings

Well, this week marks my 40th birthday. It's weird to say, yet it seems mundane at the same time. Maybe it's because once January hits in any year, I start talking and thinking like I'm already the age I will turn in April. 40 is a milestone year, so I feel like...

Apr 20, 2022