I am addicted to skin moisturizers. As soon as I finish washing my hands or taking a shower, I MUST put one on. My hands feel dry and almost seem to ache without it. My addiction to skin moisturizers like lotion and body butter is probably because I was born and raised on the desert planes … [Read more...] about Homemade Coconut Oil and Shea Body Butter
Recipes
Homemade All-natural Castile Laundry Soap Recipe {Powdered or Liquid}–Fels Naptha and Borax Free {Now with a Thieves Household Cleaner Option}
UPDATE: There is a new and improved version of this recipe! Get the New Recipe < I love making my own homemade laundry soap. It's easy to make, works great, and is healthful for my family (even for the babies). UPDATE: There is a new and improved version of this recipe! Get the New Recipe Most … [Read more...] about Homemade All-natural Castile Laundry Soap Recipe {Powdered or Liquid}–Fels Naptha and Borax Free {Now with a Thieves Household Cleaner Option}
Bacon and Jalapeño Stuffed Butterhorn Rolls
I developed this recipe after being prompted by WonderMill's Roll Challenge. It's based off a beloved family butterhorn roll recipe that my mom uses, but has been tweaked to be more healthful and jazzed up with cream cheese, jalapeños, and, of course, bacon! To make the rolls, you make the bread … [Read more...] about Bacon and Jalapeño Stuffed Butterhorn Rolls
Mini Bacon Quiches
When I was a kid, I HATED quiche. I have no idea why. Maybe the quiche I tried back then was improperly prepared or contained ingredients that I didn't like. Whatever the reason, the word "quiche" had a negative connotation in my mind even into my adulthood. Until lately, that is. My husband … [Read more...] about Mini Bacon Quiches
Diane Chicken Salad with Honey Poppy Seed Salad Dressing
I used to work as a cook at Focus on the Family. There, I cooked and prepared food for some big wigs including Dr. James and Shirley Dobson (Focus's founder and his wife); Mike Huckabee (a former Presidential candidate), Jason Elam (when he served as the Broncos' kicker; even got to wear his Super … [Read more...] about Diane Chicken Salad with Honey Poppy Seed Salad Dressing
Bacon Cheddar Deviled Eggs
Here's something I dreamed up that combines my love for deviled eggs, cheese, and bacon. The blend of spices married with cheddar and bacon makes it absolutely delicious. I always receive compliments when I serve this tasty appetizer! Bacon Cheddar Deviled Eggs 1 dozen eggs4 slices … [Read more...] about Bacon Cheddar Deviled Eggs