Hello Friends, Happy 2021! The holidays are over now, and there is a very high likelihood that between Thanksgiving and Christmas you are dealing with some kind of leftovers…..and they are probably of the turkey variety. If you are anything like me, you will put that turkey in the freezer with the best of intentions,…
DetailsIt’s Cold and Flu Season! As if we didn’t have enough to think about this time of the year, it is also cold and flu season. What do you do for your family? I have to admit, I grew up in the era where antibiotics and Robitussin were thrown at most ailments, and we saw…
DetailsToday, I am going to touch on the benefits of bone broth. Not only is bone broth one of the most nutrient-dense healing foods for the digestive system, it is also going to helping to build a stronger immune system and help your body better fight the bugs we are facing during this fall and…
DetailsIt has officially started snowing in Chicago today, and in retaliation, I am busting out an easy Instant Pot recipe for a yummy, hearty soup. This easy Instant Pot hamburger soup recipe is a beautiful blend of a healthy balanced plate and a delicious home cooked comfort food. The whole family is certain to enjoy…
DetailsDo you love simple recipes as much as I do? If you know anything about the recipes that come from AKOS, it’s that they are simple, delicious and very easy to recreate. In today’s blog, you are going to learn a SUPER-SIMPLE way to make the perfect one-pan roasted chicken. For this recipe, I used…
DetailsMy husband and I recently purchased about 120 pounds of beef from a local farmer in Wisconsin. Included in our 120 pounds of beef were several pot roasts. If you have ever had pot roast, you may be thinking of what can become seriously overcooked and everything contained within it turning to mush. Well, my…
DetailsDo you live in gratitude or with an attitude? Do you show up for the day grateful for the possibilities in front of you, or do you focus your energy on what you don’t have? Let me put this concept into a real-life example for you: I want you to imagine that you had someone…
DetailsAs you may already know, I’m a BIG fan of all things Instant Pot. The Instant Pot cuts your cooking time into a fraction of what it takes in a slow cooker, and it features a variety of other functions (like the saute function) that allow you to do all of your cooking using the…
DetailsAfter going gluten and dairy-free, one of the things that I had a deep desire to create was a creamy pasta dish. I love the delicious texture of a creamy sauce and this creamy spinach and sausage pasta recipe is a delicious dairy-free solution that the entire family is sure to enjoy. If you are…
DetailsFresh fruit salad is one of our favorite summer treats…..but I have to admit that sometimes I get a little tired of eating it plain. After experimenting with some different recipes, I’m excited to say I think I have found my new go-to! This honey lime fruit salad is sweet and tangy, with the perfect…
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