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Pantry inspiration: Beth Stephen’s minimal pantry.

March 13, 2019 4 Comments

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There are reasons why there are an overwhelming amount of decorating magazines, home remodeling shows and zillions of photographs pinned on Pinterest boards marked pantry inspiration or simply as “inspiration.” Let’s face it; we live in a world bursting with creative geniuses at our fingertips. We watch from afar and dream. Dream about marbled kitchen countertops with the perfect hint of pink quartz peaking through, that walk-in closet with clothes organized so cleverly, and that garden that ...

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How to make your own pastrami bacon.

March 7, 2019 Leave a Comment

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It seems like bacon comes in all forms these days from meatless bacon, beef bacon, uncured beef bacon, turkey bacon, uncured turkey bacon and bacon bacon. Well, add one more to the plate, my friends. Pastrami bacon is a game-changer and you can make it yourself! There is one small caveat. I have not found much success from buying pre-packaged pastrami from the refrigerated section at the grocery store. From what I can tell, there must be an ingredient that keeps it from crisping ...

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A simple way to use up fresh veggies before they go bad.

February 20, 2019 Leave a Comment

Don't throw away those fresh veggies - veggie drawer (c)thejoyofeatingwell

One of the best ways to beat the winter blues is up your vegetable intake! Let’s face it… those cold and flu germs are everywhere right now and before you know it – BAM! – you’re under the weather, your energy is low, you’re dragging, heads in a fog and the last thing you want to do is get out from under those covers and exercise. Amiright? Our mom was right. It IS good for us to eat our vegetables! So each week we drive to the grocery store or farmers market and dutifully stock up on ...

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How to easily make your own salad dressing.

February 18, 2019 Leave a Comment

#ad Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board make your own salad dressing - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

Ad. This salad dressing recipe was created for #ARSoySupper #ArkansasSoy #ArkansasSoybeans Even if you haven’t run out of salad dressing, there absolutely is no reason why you can’t make your own salad dressing. All it takes is a few key ingredients to keep on hand. And (pretend that I’m whispering to you right now)… you probably already have these ingredients stored in your pantry! February is American Heart Month, a subject that is near and dear to me after losing my father-in-law to ...

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Let’s follow each other on Instagram!

February 7, 2019 2 Comments

Twitter was the first social platform that I whole-heartedly embraced. I loved that you could instantly find people based on location, interests and key words. It opened up a world of opportunity. I still remember the day when I was tweeting, asking for recommendations about places to eat in NYC for an upcoming trip. Suggestions came pouring in from strangers all over the internet. One lady, in particular, was extremely helpful and we talked back and forth quite a bit. I realized exactly who she ...

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How to make smoked cheddar and hot pepper cheese queso.

February 1, 2019 2 Comments

#ad Petit Jean Means - queso in crockpot - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

This post sponsored by Petit Jean Meats based in Morrilton, Arkansas. 90 years young. #ad "Questo is the most goodest food in the world." Truth. My sparkly-eyed niece Jayne declared this to me the other day when I curiously asked her about her favorite food. You know, she’s one smart cookie. If you asked me a year ago what I thought about queso, I would’ve wrinkled my nose or muttered a “meh.” That was before I discovered its deliciousness and learned how easy it is to make queso in crockpot ...

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How to make a fun veggie tray for game day.

January 25, 2019 2 Comments

#ad #ARSoyStory #ArkansasSoy #ArkansasSoybeans cute veggie tray for game day - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

Ad. #ARSoySupper #ArkansasSoy #ArkansasSoybeans Do you cry a little inside when you go to someone’s home and see a sad looking veggie tray for game day? You know what I am talking about, don’t you? Those pre-packaged veggie trays where the baby carrots are drying out with cracks and white spots and the broccoli and celery are starting to either go bad or they seem to be saying, “please, pleasssssse put some ranch dressing on me, I’m dying over here.”I mean, I’m a huge fan of vegetables and all ...

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What is the next step after #KonMari?

January 15, 2019 2 Comments

What do you do next after #KonMari #KonMariMethod #MarieKondo #TUWMK #newyearnewjoy - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on the linked books mentioned in this post. I was happy to see that Netflix created the Tidying Up with Marie Kondo series. In 2012, her wildly popular book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing as well as her Spark Joy book came in my life. Actually, scratch that… it technically came into my life a few years later in 2015 when I was ready to address the clutter and start a new chapter ...

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A simple fix for Member’s Mark organic spice shaker lids.

January 8, 2019 4 Comments

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I earn from qualifying purchases on the linked amazon items in this post. I’m not sure exactly when Sam’s Club started selling their larger-sized Member’s Mark organic spices in the minimalist glass jars. All I know is that I was super pleased to see them switch from plastic to glass and eliminate all the clutter on the packaging. The price is competitive, the spice selection is abundant and the well, can I keep on talking to you about how pretty those glass jars are? So, who cares if the ...

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Exciting changes are coming to the NWAFOODIE blog.

January 1, 2019 6 Comments

#ad Paperless Post nwafoodie thejoyofeatingwell announcement - main (c)thejoyofeatingwell

#ad This cute digital announcement was created by Paperless Post. Hello friends! I’ve been quietly transitioning for some time into a blog that focuses on simplifying so we can learn to have more joy in food moments. I really appreciate you coming back often to check out what is new, your encouraging comments and overall support of all things related to food happiness. Thank you! Simplifying to me means focusing on the simplicity of fresh ideas when it comes to the exploration of food, ...

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How to slow cook a perfectly tender chuck roast.

December 23, 2018 2 Comments

Ad. #ARSoySupper #ArkansasSoy #ArkansasSoybeans Today we are going to talk about winning at life by easily preparing a slow cooker tender chuck roast with minimal effort. Sound like that is right up your alley? I thought so. Slow cookers are one of the best kitchen gadgets available when it comes to meal planning. All it takes is a small amount of pre-planning and you’ve mastered the meal with less stress. I recommend that you always keep two chuck roasts in your freezer.Once you take one ...

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One Arkansas farmer = feeds 150 people.

November 25, 2018 2 Comments

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I am delighted to serve as an ambassador for the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board by highlighting stories surrounding Arkansas’s largest row crop – soybeans! #ARSoyTour #ARSoyStory #arkansassoy #arkansassoybeans #themiraclebean Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. ...

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How to keep your water bottle thoroughly cleaned.

November 19, 2018 Leave a Comment

clean your water bottle cold and flu prevention - main (c)thejoyofeating (c)nwafoodie

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on the linked items in this post (yet there is no cost to you). Thank you! Flu season is here with a vengeance and we’re only the second month in. Stay vigilant! Between now and March when the flu threat will be past, we need to keep our water bottles thoroughly cleaned to keep germs at bay. The easiest way to do this is to drink from disposable water bottles or aluminum cans. However, if you are like me, I try to minimize drinking ...

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How to make a crisp and crunchy zucchini noodle salad.

October 22, 2018 Leave a Comment

#ad #ARSoyStory #TheMiracleBean Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board - Crisp and crunchy zucchini noodle salad - main (c)nwafoodie

I am delighted to serve as an ambassador for the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board by highlighting stories surrounding Arkansas’s largest row crop – soybeans! #ARSoyStory #themiraclebean #ARSoySupper We’re now a full month into autumn and there have been days where it full-on feels like exactly like winter. Autumn, you’re not fooling anyone. I am seeing a few of you post your final dredges of summer harvests on Instagram and visually saying goodbye to your crispy fresh vegetables. But just ...

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How to make quick and easy BLT egg bites.

September 16, 2018 Leave a Comment

#ad #ARSoyStory Quick and easy BLT egg bites - main (c)nwafoodie

I am delighted to serve as an ambassador for the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board by highlighting stories surrounding Arkansas’s largest row crop – soybeans! #ARSoyStory #themiraclebean #ARSoySupper Gooooood afternoon, friend. I hope your day is wonderful so far and that you are fully embracing every single moment. For me that means getting things checked off my to-do list - as well as slowing down in between. One way to do this super-human feat is by not spending a lot of time in the kitchen ...

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How to chose the right rice for your entree.

September 14, 2018 Leave a Comment

#ad #ShopRiceland - Which rice is best for your dish? (c)nwafoodie

This post is written in partnership with Riceland Foods, the world’s largest miller and marketer of rice. Proudly grown by farmers in Arkansas and Missouri. #ShopRiceland Hey friend! Since September is National Rice Month, I thought it only seemed right to talk to you about rice. I mean - I AM a Riceland brand ambassador after all! Instead of loading this post up with inspirational recipe suggestions I thought I would keep it simple and chat about the different types of rice. In a ...

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How to make a spicy black soybean soup.

August 20, 2018 2 Comments

#ad #ARSoyStory #themiraclebean Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board - recipe for spicy black soybean soup - main (c)nwafoodie

Disclosure: I am delighted to serve as an ambassador for the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board by highlighting stories surrounding Arkansas’s largest row crop – soybeans! #ARSoyStory #themiraclebean #ARSoySupper Is it just me… or have you noticed that the shadows from the sun are starting to look a lot like fall as it dances across the lawn? And just yesterday, as the breeze started picking up and the shimmer of leaves began to dance before the rain began to pour, there was a stir within me to ...

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Pantry inspiration: Beth Stephen’s minimal pantry.

How to make your own pastrami bacon.

A simple way to use up fresh veggies before they go bad.

How to easily make your own salad dressing.

Let’s follow each other on Instagram!

How to make smoked cheddar and hot pepper cheese queso.

How to make a fun veggie tray for game day.

What is the next step after #KonMari?

A simple fix for Member’s Mark organic spice shaker lids.

Exciting changes are coming to the NWAFOODIE blog.

How to slow cook a perfectly tender chuck roast.

One Arkansas farmer = feeds 150 people.

How to keep your water bottle thoroughly cleaned.

How to make a crisp and crunchy zucchini noodle salad.

How to make quick and easy BLT egg bites.

How to chose the right rice for your entree.

How to make a spicy black soybean soup.

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