So, let’s talk about perishable pantry basics! I’m talking about the staples you should always keep on hand so you can whip up a meal at the drop of a good ol’ hat! These things might also get lumped in with “groceries” as some of what I’ll be mentioning definitely needs to be kept in […]
Roast Sweet Mustard Pork Tenderloin
Easy and Fast Weeknight Meal! If you’ve ever wanted a quick meal that feels like it wasn’t a quick meal… well, I’ve got the solution for you: Pork tenderloin. Now wait, wait, you might be thinking “But Ana! You promise budget friendly recipes! Pork tenderloin is the filet mignon of pork! What is this!” You […]
Healthy Banana Pancakes
Healthy 3 Ingredient Fluffy Banana Pancakes We’ve all tried eating healthy. I definitely have. Sometimes, it is successful and sometimes… it just isn’t! For me, a huge part of my success in losing 50lbs (over a two year period) was not saying anything was a “don’t touch” food. I have often found that elimination diets […]
Ana’s Essential Pantry Basics
Pantry Basics So, a huge pet peeve of mine is going into someone’s home and finding an empty pantry. I know, I know, I shouldn’t be #1, poking around people’s pantries and, #2, I shouldn’t be appalled by their lack of food. I don’t mean too, really! It comes from a long history of living […]
Meatball and Orzo Fennel Soup
Tweaking Recipes: A Bright and Budget Friendly Soup for Your Soul So, I’ve been toying over what my first post should be. I’ve been watching what I’ve been cooking and nothing truly captured what I want out of this blog. A first post is important. It sets the tone for the entire blog. It must […]