Today I’m joining a host of other bloggers writing about Real Food on a Budget. Most are sharing recipes, but I’m sharing tips.
The Joy of Being Frugal
Keeping to strict food budgets doesn’t mean you have to forgo every foodie pleasure. In fact, it sweetens the indulgences that you do allow yourself in a way you never could have imagined. Frugality isn’t asceticism. It’s sensualism. It recognizes that the truly great feasts — the ones worth having — come after fasts. Confused?…
New Food Resolutions
I don’t do New Year’s Resolutions. I’m just not goal-oriented enough to care. But, I also realize the value of turning a new leaf, of making steps towards living the life we care about. I know the value of repentance. In honor of Change For the Better and the New Year, I thought I’d spend…
How to Easily Store Bacon
My husband turned 35 today. We’ve been married for 10 years and have 2 amazing sons. I am so grateful. For his birthday breakfast, I served him farm-fresh uncured bacon & eggs with hash browned potatoes. (Yes, I made him break the Orthodox Nativity Fast to do it, but it’s only your birthday once a…
Do Economic Woes = Fake Food?
The NYTimes article highlighting the recent upswing in Spam sales is old news. But, it got me thinking. Do economic downturns necessarily mean that everyone has to eat Spam because it’s the cheapest option? Here’s the short answer: no!
Enzyme-rich Mayonnaise
Making your own condiments is an easy way to eat healthy fats, increase your enzyme intake, and reduce costs. Why pay $4 for a salad dressing you can make for less than $1? A key base of many creamy salad dressings (and yummy grilled cheese sandwiches!) is mayonnaise. I tried the recipe in Nourishing Traditions…