Cool Summer Eats 2024

Jodi's Homemade Lemonade 4-6 lemons, juiced water 1 cup sugar Make simple syrup with 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar (put in pot on stove on medium heat and stir until sugar dissolves).  Pour that into pitcher, then pour lemon juice (some pulp is good!), then fill... Read More.

Snacky Daddy Gifts for Father’s Day 2024

“It always made me happy to make treats for my Daddy. It was a little thing I would do just for him. It works!” -Jodi Jodi’s Mix with a Twist 1 can of cocktail peanuts 1 big bag of plain DARK CHOCOLATE M&M’s 1 big... Read More.

Make It For Mom

Coffee Smoothie 1/2 cup of cold brew OR 1 shot of espresso 1/2 cup milk (dairy, plant-based, oat or almond. Your choice!) 1/2 or whole banana for sweetness (over-ripe makes it even sweeter.) 1 scoop of protein powder OR 1 tbsp of peanut butter ... Read More.

Cinco de Menu 2024

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these fun, easy recipes. Sam’s Smash Burger Tacos 1 lb ground beef 5-6 tortillas (medium-sized…not taco or burrito sized…use that middle size) Onions, diced Tomatoes, diced Lettuce, shredded Cheese Condiments This is more of a method than a recipe. A pound... Read More.

Easy Easter Recipes 2024

HAM IN AN INSTANT POT Ingredients for Glaze: 1/2 cup Maple Syrup 1/2 cup Honey 1/4 cup Brown Sugar 2 Tablespoons Orange Juice 1 teaspoon Cinnamon 1 teaspoon Nutmeg 1 Bone-In Ham – ours was spiral sliced. (Our ham also came with a glaze packet – we used it!) Combine all ingredients in a... Read More.

Jodi’s Homemade Mac & Cheese 2024

12 oz box of pasta (your choice of shape) 1 stick of butter 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded cheese for topping, set aside 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese (also for topping) 3 eggs 1/2 cup sour cream 3/4... Read More.

Back In The Groove Food 2024

Great recipes to get you back on track with a healthy fresh start to the new year. Easy Potato Soup from Eating Well Through Cancer Starting with hash browns means no peeling potatoes which makes this an incredibly fabulous, yet simple soup. Makes 8 (1-cup)... Read More.

For My Girls

(Jodi's life advice for her daughters.) You can buy fashion, but not style. Style is your own. Go with yours. Listen to your inner voice, especially when you need downtime. Stay home sometimes. Do nothing. You don't owe anyone explanations for what YOU choose... Read More.