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Simple Joyful Food

small ideas that add joy to life

34 inspiring recipes and tips for an easy Thanksgiving - main (c)simplejoyfulfood

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34 inspiring recipes and tips for an easy Thanksgiving.

How to use mustard - 7 reasons why mustard will help you gain kitchen confidence - main (c)simplejoyfulfood

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7 reasons why mustard will help you gain kitchen confidence.

Five Foodie Finds for Friday – soup basics.

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Five Foodie Finds – soup basics.

how many cookbooks are too many - main (c)simplejoyfulfood

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Teach yourself to use your cookbooks.

the apple pear cheese cracker society - main (c)simplejoyfulfood

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The apple-pear-cheese-cracker society.

4 things to look for in a cutting board - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

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4 things to look for in a cutting board.

Got herbs? Make your own herb salt - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

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Got herbs? Make your own herb salt.

whats that thing youve always wanted to bake - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

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What have you always wanted to bake?

How to make Instant Pot refried beans - blend 2 (c)thejoyofeatingwell

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Teach yourself to cook those dried beans in your pantry.

Lets go fishing - fish where youre planted - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

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Let’s go fishing.

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Teach yourself to use your kitchen gadgets.

once a week grocery shopping - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

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Once a week grocery shopping is a gift to yourself.

How-to-cut-up-a-whole-chicken-8-pieces

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How to cut up a whole chicken.

#bujo #mealplanning #mealprep meal planning layout for bullet journal - main (c)nwafoodie

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A simple bullet journal meal planning template.

girl eating popsicles who is happy

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What does it mean to eat happily?

giving thanks beyond thanksgiving - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

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Give thanks for food​.

Planning your thanksgiving meal (c)thejoyofeatingwell

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The best time to plan for Thanksgiving.

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Lyndi Fultz

simplejoyfulfood

In pursuit of small joys that add simplicity to life. + @nwafoodie

There are signs of spring everywhere, and I am rea There are signs of spring everywhere, and I am ready for it! Yet..... that doesn't mean that I'm still hopeful for some cool mornings where we can light a fire!
So, you're at a restaurant, and this is your place So, you're at a restaurant, and this is your place setting. In what order do YOU proceed?

My answer in the comments - share yours!
There is something quite glorious about simplicity There is something quite glorious about simplicity. I'm really feeling it as Dennis and I sit here in our living room, next to the crackling fire. Full disclosure, this picture isn't me BUT I do have the exact same coffee cup. Anyoo, I'm reminded how wonderful it is to be still. Not that I ever forget that reminder, it's just easier to revel in it, next to a fire. With snow softing falling outside. You know what I mean?
My coffee routine is alllll over the place! Firs My coffee routine is alllll over the place! 

First, it was a percolator.
Then came the Breville coffee maker.
Next, along came a bodum pour over.
Quickly replaced by a French Press.
Then came an Aeropress.
Followed by a rediscovery of a favorite instant brand we enjoyed in Isreal.
Now, Aeropress is making a comeback. 
And our beloved LaVazza espresso.
Which tastes like vacation at the Sonnelap in Vail.

Am I the only one who does coffee in phases?

What's next?

Probably need an espresso maker!
Isn't it interesting how two things with the same Isn't it interesting how two things with the same word can convey entirely different moods?

Microwave turntable = quick, fast, speed

Record player turntable = slow, easy, chill

Both have their places. But man, oh man, I am finding myself craving more of the latter: slow, easy, chill. 

Now, to get a record player...
Arkansas Black Apples are in season, and the persi Arkansas Black Apples are in season, and the persimmon trees are loaded down hard. Even though many markets are closed for the season, there is still a bounty if we look around!

What seasonal goodies have you discovered lately?
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“Just like becoming an expert in wine–you learn by drinking it, the best you can afford–you learn about great food by finding the best there is, whether simply or luxurious. Then you savor it, analyze it, and discuss it with your companions, and you compare it with other experiences.” – Julia Child

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