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One Pot Kielbasa and Vegetable Soup

November 9, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Have you ever had one of those days when the person on the end of the phone asks "What is for dinner?" and you haven't even returned home … [Read more...] about One Pot Kielbasa and Vegetable Soup

Hibachi Steak Lettuce Wraps with Asian Cucumber Salad

July 30, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Yum Yum Sauce. That creamy, tangy sauce is so delicious on top of Asian meat dishes. You'll love it drizzled on top of this recipe for … [Read more...] about Hibachi Steak Lettuce Wraps with Asian Cucumber Salad

Lone Star Turkey Chili with Sour Cream and Chives

June 11, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Who says you can't eat delicious chili in the summertime? Not this girl! When you'd rather get dinner on the table so you enjoy time with … [Read more...] about Lone Star Turkey Chili with Sour Cream and Chives

Cucumber Lime Vodka Splash

Refreshing. Bubbly. Tasty! This bubbly cocktail is perfect for those days when you want a boozy drink and you’re craving something light and refreshing. Cucumber Lime Vodka Splash, made with only three ingredients, is a cocktail you (and your friends!) will love. Grab a glass, and let’s get started! To make this cocktail a delightful […]

6 Flavorful Salads with Dried Fruit

I love a hearty salad, and I especially appreciate the salads from Panera Bread. But at $11 per salad, dining there can get costly! My go-to order at Panera is the Fuji Apple Salad with Chicken. So, in an effort to make it myself I decided to dehydrate apples and create a kind of copycat […]

Weston, Missouri: Making the Most of a Weekend Visit

Let me introduce you to one of my favorite towns — Weston, Missouri! This charming town, located northwest of Kansas City and only 20 minutes from Leavenworth, Kansas, has been voted The #1 Best Day Trip by Ingram’s Magazine 15 years running. I love Weston for its abundance of shops and attractions including a brewery, […]

Simple Ways to Reduce Your Use of Plastic

I have a challenge for you. (It’s one I heard about on TV during a “60 Minutes” episode on climate change and pollution.) After you read this post, I want you to try to go as long as you can without touching anything plastic. How long do you think you could last? Almost everything we […]

3 Ways to Stay Active After Work Even If You’re Feeling Lazy

Do you ever find yourself wondering where the time went? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American works 44 hours per week, or 8.8 hours per day. If you’re like me, you spend most of that time staring at a computer while sitting at a desk. After returning home from work, the last thing I want to do is to sit […]

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