Last Thursday as I was planning our menus for the next few days I realized I had lots of stuff in my fridge and pantry that needed to be used before it went bad. Oftentimes this leads to me making strange flavor combos, but today I was able to make something pretty tasty. It’s a very… Continue reading Red Pepper And Spinach Sauce
What I’ve Learned From Blue Apron
About two years ago, Trevor and I started using Blue Apron’s meal delivery service. I heard about it through a Pinterest advertisement, and it seemed like a cool concept, so we tried it. I fell in love with its variety, convenience, and the sheer novelty of having fresh food delivered to my house. As much… Continue reading What I’ve Learned From Blue Apron
How to Butcher a Pork Loin
Remember how on Thursday’s post I said that knowing how to make homemade chicken broth is a life skill? Well today, I’m going to share another one with you. It’s not particularly fancy and most of you probably already do it, but for those of you that don’t, prepare to be educated. Knowing how to… Continue reading How to Butcher a Pork Loin
Homemade Chicken Broth
I love making my own broths and stock. Not only is it cheaper than buying commercial varieties, but it tastes so much richer (and less salty). Chicken broth is also chock full of minerals and amino acids that can help stave off illnesses, and by slow cooking the ingredients you get more nutrient extraction. Today,… Continue reading Homemade Chicken Broth
A personal favorite from my Etsy shop
Sesame Stir-Fried Noodles
I love Asian food of all types and this recipe is a sort of strange culinary mix of Japanese and Chinese flavors and ingredients. It’s an interesting combo but trust me when I say it’s 100% delicious, and very quick to make which makes it perfect for weeknight dinners. You can add some chicken or… Continue reading Sesame Stir-Fried Noodles
Luxurious Cocoa Almond Body Frosting
What is body frosting you ask? It’s a whipped blend of oils and butters that melt into your dry, winter skin to create beautifully soft and hydrated hands, feet, and legs. Sometimes I even put it on my face! Now, I know you’re looking at that picture and thinking “it looks like a Wendy’s frosty… Continue reading Luxurious Cocoa Almond Body Frosting
Super Easy Melt and Pour Soap Recipes
So I love making homemade bath and body products (we’ve talked about this before), but I have yet to venture into the somewhat scary land of DIY soap making. For those of you that don’t know about soap making, it’s horrifying for someone like me who has a fear of hot things. The chemical reaction… Continue reading Super Easy Melt and Pour Soap Recipes
Savory Tortellini Soup
Today I have a completely original, totally made up recipe I want to share with everyone because its amazing. When I woke up this morning I knew it was going to be one of those Sundays where I needed to fix something warm and hearty for lunch. It was quite chilly outside and Mr. Ogle… Continue reading Savory Tortellini Soup
Jameson Beef Jerky
Until recently I had never had beef jerky, and then a few months ago I bought a food dehydrator on a whim, and my life was changed forever. Trying to figure out exactly what to do with my new Nesco dehydrator I read the recipe booklet that came with it, and beef jerky was the… Continue reading Jameson Beef Jerky
Making A Maven 