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Delicious & Healthy Easter Food Ideas

by Millie Copper | Mar 26, 2021 | Cooking, Meal Plans, Recipes

Christians worldwide celebrate Easter with special church services – often at sunrise – celebratory music, beautiful spring flowers, and ringing of the bells. Many Christians view Easter as the greatest celebration on the Church calendar. It’s a day...

Last-Minute Homemade Gifts

by Millie Copper | Dec 10, 2021 | Cooking, Homesteading

There’s something magical about receiving homemade gifts. There’s much thought, and often labor, that goes into making something from scratch. But not all of us have the time to put into an extravagant present. This last-minute homemade gifts post is for...

29 Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes

by Millie Copper | Nov 15, 2022 | Cooking, Recipes

Food is certainly an integral part of my family holiday celebrations. From the traditional Thanksgiving turkey to the Christmas ham or roast, a hefty helping of meat is often expected. But what I really love, and look forward to, are the sides. That’s why...

21 Budget-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipes

by Millie Copper | Nov 17, 2021 | Cooking, Recipes, Traditional Foods

If you’ve been dragging your feet on your Thanksgiving menu plan, hoping the costs will drop right before the holiday, you’ll love these budget-friendly Thanksgiving recipes. From appetizers to dessert, I’m sharing my favorite economical ideas for...

Healthy St. Patrick’s Day Food Ideas

by Millie Copper | Feb 16, 2021 | Cooking

It’s almost that time! Where rivers are dyed green, shamrocks abound, and people wear head-to-toe green. I’ll admit, I’ve never really been one to dive into the celebration (maybe because I’m not Irish), but my husband, who does have Irish...