Book Release – Meal Planning Made Easy

I am thrilled to announce the release of my first book! Meal Planning Made Easy is a complete guide to meal planning. It offers strategies that will save you time and money, and will reduce the stress around getting healthy meals on the table regularly. This book also includes eight… Read more“Book Release – Meal Planning Made Easy”

(Mom’s) Beef Stew

It was meet the parents night. His mother made this beef stew for him and his girlfriend because it was his favourite. It was different than what her mother made, and she thought it was delicious. After they got married this beef stew was regularly on the meal plan. Fifty… Read more“(Mom’s) Beef Stew”

Lunchbox Charcuterie

Are weekday lunches getting boring? Add some interest and variety with these lunchbox charcuterie ideas. CHARCUTERIE 1: CHARCUTERIE 2: PIZZA CHARCUTERIE: NACHO CHARCUTERIE: Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today. Check out these posts as well:

Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potato fries are high in heart healthy fibre and are a delicious substitute for regular fries. You may also enjoy these posts: Hashbrown casserole Scalloped potatoes Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.

Hamburger and Vegetable Soup

Come home to this hearty homemade soup when you make it in the crock pot. Makes a big batch so you will have some leftovers. You may also enjoy these recipes: Beef Stew Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today!

Bean Salad

A colourful and tasty addition to any salad bar. Make a few days ahead to allow it to marinate. You may also enjoy these salads: Broccoli Salad Marinated Carrots Ultimate Macaroni Salad Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today!

Tips for meal planning success

Make meal planning a part of your routine. Motivation Taking care of yourself and your family is your number one priority and healthy eating is a cornerstone for ensuring a healthy body. Cooking is a labour of love. If you are cooking for one, cook things you can share with… Read more“Tips for meal planning success”

Chilli con carne

A hearty meal for a cold winter’s day. Make a big batch so you have leftovers for lunches or quick weekday suppers. Chilli freezes well. Enjoy Chilli con carne on Chilli Cheese Potatoes or Taco Salad. Click here for helpful hints on using a slow cooker. This recipe makes a… Read more“Chilli con carne”

Weekly Meal Plan – Week 4

Swiss steak served over mashed potatoes. Salad on the side

Meal planning saves you time and money and helps you get healthy home cooked meals on the table regularly. This weeks meal plan is full of healthy, home cooked meal ideas, using simple ingredients from your pantry. DAY LUNCH SUPPER Monday       Chicken Sandwich Chilli Cheese Potato Tuesday… Read more“Weekly Meal Plan – Week 4”

Household Shopping

When shopping for regular household items and groceries there are a few important things to keep in mind: buy healthy food buy quality over quantity buy what you need, not what you want stay within your budget   Here are some shopping guidelines I follow to help keep my spending… Read more“Household Shopping”