Health + Wellness

HOT TIP: Lavender

  HOT TIP: Did you know that 71 percent of Americans say they sleep better on fresh-smelling sheets? This per the National Sleep Foundation. Try a lavender spray, as the soothing scent helps you not only to relax but also…

A New Twist on Veggies

 That veggie tray is a staple of any party, any time of the year. We tried this little number for Thanksgiving (we saw it on Pinterest) and it was a hit!   Whatever your holiday meal is, try to adapt…

Turkey Pot Pie

We now know what to do with all of those leftovers from your holiday meals. SuperHubs outdid himself with this pot pie that lasted all of a hot minute in our house because it was so good you just wanted…

Private Oncologists vs. Hospitals

   Friends - Today we share with you an interesting piece from the New York Times on the demise of private oncologists due to rising costs.   When Dr. Jeffery Ward, a cancer specialist, and his partners sold their private…

Pork Chops & Cherry Peppers

Need a warm, cozy meal? This is it! Serve these savory pork chops and spicy sweet peppers over quinoa, brown rice or like we did here over mashed red potatoes. Ready to tuck in?    2 thick bone-in pork chops…

HOT TIP: Pass on the Juice

Walk away from that grape juice. Pick up the water.     HOT TIP: Did you know that a glass of grape juice could contain up to 13 types of pesticide residues? And let’s not get started on the sugar…

Cornbread Dressing with Sausage & Pecans

Our food guru Christine shares her recipe for a Southern Thanksgiving tradition, cornbread dressing.   I am not typically a traditionalist in the kitchen by anyone’s definition of the word. The things that people get all grouchy about with don’t…

Pumpkin Bacon Cream Soup

  Check out this decadently delicious hearty warm winter dish. Both savory and sweet, our Pumpkin Bacon Cream Soup will have your dinner guests raving for more.         1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cans pumpkin puree 4 to…

Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

  Hey y'all. This is our go-to side dish and it's super easy to make. We guarantee you will never think of brussels sprouts the same way again. And bonus - they are good for you! High in antioxidants, vitamins…

HOT TIP: Down Dog to Lower Risk

   Down Dog! Get your yoga going, people!       HOT TIP:  Did you know that according to PLOS Medicine, women who participated in two hours per week of stretching (like downward dog) and resistance training lowered their risk of…