σωφροσύνη (n.) a healthy state of mind, characterized by self-control, moderation, and a deep awareness of one’s true self, and resulting in true happiness.
🍇 Let’s talk alcohol. Believe me, I like a nice glass of Chianti just as much as the next white girl! 💁🏼♀️🍷 But how much is too much before damage begins to occur 🤔 ❄️ With the holidays fast approaching, it’s easy to get swept away in the holiday festivities! Enjoy yourself this season but yes, sadly there is such …
Emphases on the 'meatball'... Although this is a full spaghetti + meatball recipe, the spotlight is definitely on the meatballs! Prep them up ahead of time and store them in the fridge for 5 days or freeze them for future use! MEATBALLS 1 pound ground beef 3 cloves garlic, pressed 1/4 onion, finely chopped 1 …
Tomato season has finally come to an end. I'm a bit late with posting this recipe but I know a few people who are still collecting their last tomatoes! So I figured I'd go ahead and post it now anyways 🙂 This year I was completely blessed with boxes and boxes of tomatoes from my …
Quick, easy Acorn Squash recipe. This is a great side dish to use in the fall/winter months or to cook up at the beginning of the week and store in the fridge to snack on! With the added benefits of cinnamon and cayenne, this recipe helps to increase circulation which makes this recipe perfect to …
Who says preserving food has to be hard and a huge ordeal?! With all the end-of-season goodies I gathered from my garden, I decided to roast them all up, puree them and save them for future sauces! I usually like to can everything but if you're not into canning, this recipe also freezes really well! …
'Tis the season to indulge in pumpkin-everything! These tasty snacks are a great-nutrient dense treat to keep on hand throughout the fall season. Although they may be tedious to prep, they are tooootally worth the slimy mess! HEALTH BENEFITS Nutrient Dense - packed with Vitamins + Minerals such as iron (calling all vegans + vegetarians!), magnesium, …
Apple Season! Or 'Fall' as some call it.. If you're like most apple tree owners, you most likely have an abundance of apples falling off your tree right now faster than you can blink. Luckily, there's endless possibilities with apples! Preserve them, bake them, eat them whole, eat them raw, juice them.. the list is …
Making up a roast chicken is probably one of my favourite things to do at the beginning of the week for meal prepping! I can usually use a chicken for dinner, lunches and save the carcass to make bone broth or soup! Aside from a herb roasted chicken being absolutely delicious, it's packed with nutrients …
If you know me, you know I'm a huge bubble bath fan! I've always considered the bath to be my "safe place" or "sanctuary" if you will. I'll hide away and spend hooours in there - and I'll go all out, too! Bubbles, bath salts, candles, book, tea (or wine..), music... and of course, bath …
Anyone else craving comfort food 24/7 as we transition into this cozy autumn season?! Well good news, comfort food can still be comforting AND nutrient dense! Use this marinara in any of your favourite pasta dishes - I usually like to use this one in my zucchini lasagna recipe! (Found HERE) INGREDIENTS 800ml diced or …
