Excuse the blurry picture, I took it on my iphone! This is Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride at the 2011 Weston A Price Foundation Conference in Dallas, TX. I got to sit in the very front row for an entire day, listening to this brilliant doctor. She is my favorite doctor, EVER. 🙂 I took 40 pages … Read more
(photo credit) One of my very first posts on this blog was called I Dream of Chickens. Then I wrote I Dream of Chickens Part 2. Warning: if you have a weak stomach, don’t click on those links! I originally gave this blog the title The Well Fed Homestead, thinking that I would talk about … Read more
{photo credit} I am at the 2011 Wise Traditions Conference in Dallas, and last night I listened to a real food bloggers panel. There is a lot of interest in learning how to blog and understanding why people blog. This is my story. I am a writer. It is just in me! I’ve been writing … Read more
Have you tried Delicata squash? Ohmygoodness, it is our favorite squash these days! Here are the things I love about Delicata squash: You don’t have to peel it. This makes for easier meal prep and a beautiful presentation! It’s easier to cut than butternut squash, acorn squash, etc. It’s SWEET! You can honestly tell your … Read more
Well, I guess I will be finding out soon as our family is planning a move in less than three weeks! I have a feeling that we will be stocking up on lots of pears and apples to make quick snacks and the crock pot will be in use more often! *Deep breaths Tarena, deep … Read more
It is November 1st. There are 23 days until Thanksgiving and 54 days until Christmas. Quick, don’t panic, but: Do you know what to cook for the Holidays this year? You may have cooked Holiday dinners before. You know the staples: mashed potatoes, candied yams, homemade rolls, turkey with gravy. Oops. You’re on the … Read more
You have worked hard all week…be sure to relax as much as you can today! Chores can wait until tomorrow! =) Hum…I’m thinking of soaking in a tub with Epsom salts to help detox, enjoying a steamy cup of tea, enjoying a book and snuggling with some my sweet family! This is so important to … Read more
Just a quick reminder to prepare extra food today so that you can rest tomorrow! (If you have no idea what I am talking about, take a quick minute to read this post about preparing today to get the rest you need.) What are you cooking today? I would love to hear! =) Ok…now I … Read more
If you’re looking for a quick solution to dinner, and you don’t have any meat defrosted, try this yummy meal! Serve it with a salad or a side of veggies, and you’re set! Or, make it for breakfast–or lunch–or brunch! It’s yummy! Try different kinds of cheeses for fun! Enjoy! 🙂 Cheese Souffle Ingredients: 1/4 … Read more
So, this might seem a bit confusing, but you all are brilliant-so I know you’ll come to understand this sleep-deprived mama! =) In a real food kitchen you NEED a day of rest. Not just “maybe”, but you REALLY need it. Not only do I believe that this is the way the Lord created us, … Read more