Potential Good News??
I know this seems like such a long schlog of neverending lockdowns and quarantine procedures to manage this pandemic. But there may be good news on the horizon. This article from WebMD says that, if we focus on us getting our vaccinations through the spring and summer, we could...
Masks: Do they work, and how to use them right (or wrong!)
There may be some confusion around masks and how well they work to prevent the spread of a virus such as COVID-19. Some worry that masks just aren’t effective, also that they are uncomfortable, and even that carbon dioxide could build up in your mask as you breathe. In the...
Crockpot Chili
Crockpots can be your personal chef while you have to get your work done.You’ll Need 1 ½ pounds ground beef ½ cup chopped celery ½ cup chopped mushrooms ¾ cup chopped onion 1 bay leaf 2 Tablespoons chili powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon paprika...
Barley Chili
Ingredients · 1 Tablespoon olive oil · 1 medium onion, diced · 2 garlic cloves, diced · 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes · 1/2 cup barley · 1 carrot, diced · 1/2 jalapeno (or as much as you want) finely diced, deseeded · 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder · 2 teaspoons cumin, ground · 1 ½ teaspoons paprika...
Pomegranate Carrot Salad
This is a unique salad that incorporates fruits and veggies and also makes a nice complement to a variety of meals. You’ll Need 4 medium carrots, shredded 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds 1 Tablespoon scallions, chopped 3 Tablespoons lemon juice 2 Tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Directions...
The Resolution Solution: Don’t Be A Statistic!
Approximately 80% of New Years resolutions fail by Valentines Day. This is a terrible success rate! But why is that, and what can we do to improve those numbers? Start by making your New Year Resolutions fun. If you make it tough on yourself, you may start that great...