Simply making your house your home
Growing a vegetable garden is so rewarding. But gardening isn’t for everyone at every phase of life. I know because I experienced it. When I first tried gardening 20 years, my garden became a joke among people I knew. I barely had time to plant it let alone weed and… Read more“Tips for a successful garden”
Are you moving out on your own? Are you feeling a little excited, scared, uncertain or overwhelmed? Don’t worry. That’s totally normal. Chances are you need a few things. And the better prepared you are, the easier it will be. I moved 11 times in the first 15 years of… Read more“Household essentials for an apartment”
Daddy’s (or Papa’s) light and fluffy pancakes are legendary in our family. In fact, a visit is not complete until he makes them for breakfast. And I finally got his secret recipe! The secret is not so much in the ingredients, but in the technique. Makes about 8 pancakes, but… Read more“Daddy’s Pancakes”
This variation of Melissa Bagnall’s recipe makes tasty, tender pork chops that are ready in less than half an hour. Perfect for a weekday meal. You may also enjoy these recipes: Best at home steak BBQ pulled pork sandwiches Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today!
Comfort food at its best. Chowders, soups and stews warm you from the inside out. The recipes usually make a big batch – perfect for lunches and quick weekday meals. And yes, they always taste better the next day after the flavours have blended. Click on a photo below for… Read more“Chowders, soups and stews”
Put a dollop of your favourite jam in the middle of sugar cookie dough and you have these delicious thumbprint cookies. Makes 3 dozen cookies. You may also enjoy these recipes: Silver Dollar Sugar Cookies Whipped Shortbread Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.
This salsa has the perfect balance of flavours and is a little addictive! I’m glad it makes a big batch! Makes 6 pints (500mL) mason jars. You may also enjoy these posts: Chilli con carne Mexican Goulash Tacos Taco Salad Taco Seasoning Storing tomatoes Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.
Make meal planning a part of your routine. Motivation Taking care of yourself and your family is your number one priority and healthy eating is a cornerstone for ensuring a healthy body. Cooking is a labour of love. If you are cooking for one, cook things you can share with… Read more“Tips for meal planning success”
No family picnic is complete without potato salad. It took a few tries to get my potato salad tasting just right. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do. Serves 8. Create a delicious salad bar with these salads: Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.
Grocery shopping is a planned event for me. It’s not something I particularly enjoy, so I go prepared. Shopping list. Check. Bags. Check. I enter the store and follow the same path every time solely focused on the task. Working off my list, I’m usually in and out within 30… Read more“Grocery Shopping”
