I really enjoy spending time in the kitchen experimenting with recipes. However, there are days when I really need to prepare dinner quickly and with ease. This is one of the recipes I turn to on those days. Ingredients 1 lb. ground meat (I use ground turkey) 1 medium onion, chopped 2 teaspoons minced garlic ¼ cup taco … [Read more...] about Easy Mexican Lasagna
Keeping the Home
The Sounds in a Home with a God-Honoring Aura (Part 1)
The sounds in a home contribute significantly to its aura—the overall quality it emits. As I discussed two weeks ago, I’m seeking to create a home that has a God-honoring aura. Voices are one of the predominant sounds in most homes. Thankfully, the Bible has a lot to say about communication. If we follow the principles set forth in … [Read more...] about The Sounds in a Home with a God-Honoring Aura (Part 1)
Cornbread-Topped BBQ Bake
I'm not a huge fan of cornbread, so I was hesitant to put this recipe on our menu. However, I'm glad I decided to give it a try! It is flavorful, filling, and affordable. Cornbread-Topped BBQ Bake Adapted from this recipe at kraftrecipes.com. Meat and sauce ingredients -1 lb. ground turkey -1 medium onion, chopped -2 teaspoons minced … [Read more...] about Cornbread-Topped BBQ Bake
Winter Home Maintenance
I hope you and your family fared well if you were affected by the recent cold snap that touched much of the U.S. We had a pipe freeze, but thankfully we were able to thaw it without incurring any damage. This incident served as a reminder that it’s time to see to winter home maintenance tasks. In my household, we’re committed to completing … [Read more...] about Winter Home Maintenance
Creating a Home with a God-Honoring Aura
Since writing several months ago about home decorating considerations for Christian women, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about my home. If the comments left on that post are any indication, it also struck a chord with many of you. The way in which a home is decorated contributes to its overall aura—the quality or feeling it emits. … [Read more...] about Creating a Home with a God-Honoring Aura
Creamy Turkey Mushroom Spaghetti
This hearty, cheesy dish is one of my favorite casseroles. I’ve been making it for so long that I can’t remember where I initially came across the recipe. Regardless of where it originated, I’m glad I found it! Ingredients 16 oz. spaghetti pasta ½ lb. ground turkey 4-6 mushrooms, sliced 1 medium onion, chopped 1 tablespoon … [Read more...] about Creamy Turkey Mushroom Spaghetti
Common Housekeeping Conundrums: Gunk on the Soleplates of Irons
After a clothes iron has been used for some time, residue (clothing fibers, hard water deposits, dust, etc.) builds up on its soleplate. This residue causes the iron to drag and can sometimes stain clothing. We were experiencing this problem, so I did some research and came across several suggestions for how to clean the soleplate. I … [Read more...] about Common Housekeeping Conundrums: Gunk on the Soleplates of Irons
Rampant Reusing: Greeting Cards
Do you love getting cards in the mail from loved ones? I certainly do. Though I loathe throwing the cards away, I don’t see any sense in stashing them away in a drawer where they contribute to clutter. Fortunately, I’ve discovered a number of awesome ways to reuse them. Ways to Reuse Greeting Cards A greeting card can be … [Read more...] about Rampant Reusing: Greeting Cards
