As we enter the hot seasons, my family and I have been craving bbq and sloppy joes. It had been so long since I had beef, and I couldn't believe I was still craving sloppy joes. I realized I had never had one with different meat or without tomatoes. The real taste of sloppy joes is only possible with tomatoes. Still, I could replicate it using ketchup so it wouldn't be too acidic. I was so happy, and I loved this recipe. After making the recipe mine, I have made it three times; that's how much we loved it.
Turkey Sloppy Joe Recipe:
It is always best to eat Sloppy joe hot. So when you reheat it later, get the juice and warm it up before adding it to the buns. I prefer the 85%lean/15% fat ground turkey for this recipe because the fat makes it even juicer. If you want less fat, you can use the 93%lean/7%fat ground turkey.
I like adding salt and pepper before blending the onion, garlic, and green pepper. Hence, it is evenly throughout the meat, but you can use it to taste when you want. I usually do four shakes for the Worcestershire sauce but change it based on the smell. If it feels close to strong at two shakes, I stop. You can try 2 Tablespoons, about as many as two shakes, and then make changes based on your taste. All measurements match my family's taste; you can make changes based on your family's needs.
I hope your family enjoys this recipe as much as my family does.
]]>When my family goes out during the summer, mosquitoes run rampant. We light incense and have bug zappers, but they still come out. We don't like the smell of citronella, and bug spray smells like chemicals and sometimes burns our skin. So I researched to find a bug spray I could make to help deter them from us more.
Bug Spray Recipe:
I use the 3 Piece scent Buggin for my essential oil mix because it is good to keep the bugs away. I have also tried the Buggin scent with tea tree oil to make it even more bug-repellent. It has worked either way.
We also use it for our guests when we are grilling out. I have used it for when someone has gotten bitten already, and it takes away the burn/itch as well. So you can use it as a preventative or afterward as well.
I hope your family can enjoy this recipe as my family has.
]]>One of the best things my family and I have discovered is making Naan Pizzas. You can make a batch to keep in the freezer and put it in the oven to eat when ready, eat it right away from the oven, or use a pizza oven over a grill. The Naan bread is thin enough for a crust and is the perfect size for a personal pizza. So everyone gets their pizza.
The toppings, cheese, and sauces can vary. I will put two different recipes to make one pizza each.
Naan Pizza Recipe
Italian Sausage Marinara Pizza
Pepperoni Oil Pizza
The best part of this recipe is mixing different toppings and sauces to your liking. To put the pizza in the freezer, I wrap them individually with aluminum foil and put them in a zip-loc bag. That way, I can take them out to put in the oven without unwrapping them. The other significant part is the naan bread comes in packs of 2 or 4, so if you have extra sauce and toppings, you can always make more and save it for later.
I hope you enjoy this recipe as my family has.
]]>Having suitable hand soap makes a great bathroom in a home. If it is too liquid, you feel as if nothing is clean. If it is too oily, it takes forever for your hands to be washed. It has to be just right, smell good, and have a great lather. I have found the perfect recipe.
Hand Soap Recipe:
I like to use Tea Tree Castille Soap because it is anti-bacterial and goes excellent with 3Piece Flirt Scent. You can leave the big mixture container in a dark and cool place. The longer it sits, the deeper the scent becomes. I have kept it for up to 3 months, it smells great, and the lather is fantastic.
]]>If you are as busy as my family in the morning, you know how much of a headache it is to get an excellent fast, healthy breakfast option. Scrolling through youtube, I found the freezer meal trend and discovered its genius. I started experimenting and found the right recipe for my family for easy breakfast burritos.
Breakfast Burritos:
There are various options and things you can change with this recipe. When cooked again, you can change the sausage to bacon or any other meat with excess fat. You can cook the meat without the vegetables and pat it dry before assembling. You can season the meat and potatoes with all the seasonings and only use salt & pepper for the eggs. You can add the seasonings and toss them into the cheese before assembling. You can add ground red pepper as a seasoning to spice it up or add jalapenos in the assembling stage to spice it up.
The key things to consider when making the breakfast burrito is that you have fat being used, the potatoes should be soft before assembled but not burnt, and double protein is optional. It is best to use pork meat for the fat it has; if you use turkey sausage, you need a fatty oil or fat food to be used as well. Just turkey sausage doesn't taste good in the burrito; it tends to be plainer after reheating. Since you use the oven if the potatoes or meat is too well done, it is easy to burn when reheating. You want to cook everything but the eggs to just cooked or browned. You don't have to use eggs and breakfast meat. You can sautee the spinach and add it to the burrito, but you have to pat it down. Putting the spinach makes it easier to reheat the green in there. Otherwise, it becomes a wet mess.
Using this recipe, I was able to make 20 breakfast burritos. You can always lessen the amounts to create the perfect amount for your family. I hope you enjoy this recipe.
]]>As my family aged during the winter, we realized our hands dry out fast. Especially after using the bathroom at corporate offices, the soap strips any moisture. So I tried different recipes for moisturizer we could keep in travel pump bottles and maintain in our bathroom. The moisturizer has anti-fungal properties and leaves enough moisture to pump once for both hands.
Moisturizer Recipe:
This recipe was used to fill a 4 oz travel lotion bottle. I used the 3 Piece Flirt scent for my essential oil mix because it smells fantastic with the addition of Tea Tree oil. The key here is to mix the aloe vera gel and oils thoroughly. If you don't, they will separate fast and feel more liquidy.
This moisturizer has kept for up to 3 months with no problem in a cool area. Make sure to use the aloe vera gel with citric acid already in it for it to last. Otherwise it would only last one week in a cool area.
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Chicken Congee Recipe:
The water is just for if you need to add extra to keep the crock pot going if it needs to cook longer and to make sure the rice doesn't burn the bottom. This is the recipe I use with the minimum measurements used. I love making this recipe and hope it helps you during this winter.
]]>Now I didn't know how strong 99.9% alcohol smelled, until using it for this hand sanitizer. Knowing the right scent that takes away the chemical scent and leaves a complimentary scent is key.
Hand Sanitizer Recipe:
The key here is to thoroughly mix the Aloe Vera Gel in the alcohol or remove the clump of aloe vera gel before putting it in a pump bottle. That is the only way to guarantee you can pump out the hand sanitizer.
For the essential oil mix I like to use the 3 Piece Beloved scent because it complements the lasting alcohol smell while not being chemically at all.
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I never knew how complicated and many pieces it takes to make Tiramisu. You have the Cake, the Mascarpone, The Whipped Cream, and The Hot Cocoa. Make all that, then assemble. Whew, it took a lot, and everything was made from scratch to ensure everything was vegan. However, seeing how much the family loves it makes it worth it. Only on special holidays worth it, though.
Vanilla Sponge Cake:
Mascarpone:
Whipped Cream:
When done, whip Fold Whip Cream into Mascarpone and then place into the Refrigerator.
Hot Cocoa:
Now that everything is made, it is time to assemble the Tiramisu in a Fridge safe container with a top.
Hot Cocoa was used, but Coffee Syrup can also be used. I just used Hot Cocoa because my family tries to stay away from Coffee as much as possible. Unless it is a bad morning, unload all of the Coffee.
I like adding extra cashews after blending; it gives even more crunch. I was so amazed at the ability to make this Vegan Tiramisu.
I hope you enjoy this recipe.
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Essential Spray can be used in the bathroom instead of doing drops into the toilet. The new mist bottles cover more area and quickly spread the lovely scent.
Finding and tinkering with the Spray began when I tried to relax my mind in the bathroom. I already have the perfect recipe for my soap, so adding smells there wouldn't work. I can't have a diffuser in my bathroom because there are no sockets. Incense work but can be messy and too strong in a small bathroom. However, the essential Spray is perfect. It instantly has the scent, doesn't leave any residue, and is not too strong for a small bathroom.
This Spray doesn't clean anything or fight any bacteria.
For those of us who have to concentrate, this is the perfect Spray.
Essential Spray Recipe:
The Continuous Mist Spray Bottle is the best bottle to spread across the bathroom. The water used could be tap or distilled water. If you are also thinking about using it on yourself, then distilled water is best. Distilled water is best if you can smell the difference in the water.
I like to use the 3 Piece Lovechild scent, but Lavendar or any essential oil you want can also work.
I hope you enjoy this recipe.
]]>Often breakfast is the best and most complicated meal to make. You must account for getting up early, prepping, having a bad morning, and feeling like cooking. So I have recently gotten into loving the Freezer bakes. You make something to put in the Freezer so you can take out just the amount you are going to eat and don't have to worry about cooking, just waiting. One of my favorites is the Oatmeal bake because it includes all the necessary vitamins. Also, all I have to do is put it in the oven, wait for the kitchen to smell good, and then eat.
Oatmeal Bake Recipe:
I love grabbing these out of the Freezer and eating them. It takes a few minutes in the oven, and then boom, a filling breakfast.
]]>There are so many Castille sprays out there. Two recipes work great for me when I want to switch up my cleaning regimen. It is the Castille All Purpose Spray and the Castille Disinfectant Spray. Both are great if you feel like scrubbing. These are leave-and-sit sprays; you need to wipe them clean after spraying.
Castille All Purpose Spray Recipe:
Sometimes depending on the soap I use, I like to add 3 Piece scents. If I use Tea-Tree, I want to add Flirt. It gives off this heavenly scent.
Castille Disinfectant Spray Recipe:
I like to use Peppermint Castille Soap with the 3 Piece Live Scent. It takes away the Alcohol smell and scents the room lovely.
These Spray will last a month with excellent results. Please keep it in a dark and cool place. Anything after one month, results can't be guaranteed.
]]>For those of us who have family that gets headaches when making pancakes on the stove, the craving for pancakes is hard. I was finally able to get around it when I discovered Pancake Bakes. Pancake Bake is easy and fast because they use Pancake mix. Pancake Bakes also takes the sweet tooth away for my family members who want a cake like sweet but can't have the chocolate they miss.
Blueberry Pancake Bake Recipe:
This pancake bake can also be cut up and put in the freezer to take out in the morning for the next three months. This bake can be in the refrigerator for one week and has to be refrigerated.
This recipe is another bake, where over-mixing causes it to be dense; for more measures to not over mix, you could mix the wet ingredients 1st and then slowly stir into the Pancake mix. I like to follow the recipe because I can see when the consistency I want forms.
For the honey, the tartness helps brings out more of the sweetness from the blueberries. That is why most blueberry bakes require lemon juice. I got around that by using natural tart, honey. I have tried molasses, too, but it makes the bake too dense.
You could also use this same recipe without the blueberries and honey; that would give you a lovely fluffy, plain cake. It will taste like a pancake but with a cake texture.
I hope you enjoy the recipe!
*In all my recipes, regular milk can be used, but I use Cashew Milk. Cashew Milk is used because some family members are allergic to Coconut and have difficulty digesting Cow Milk.
]]>Wood Dusting Spray Recipe:
I like to use the 3 Piece Flirt Scent because it lingers lovely in the wood. I use a 16 oz Spray Bottle because I know I got everything right when it is half full. However, you can use any size bottle you like.
This Spray should only be used on natural wood. It will not work on laminate or manufactured wood.
This Spray will last a month with excellent results. Please keep it in a dark and cool place. Anything after one month, results can't be guaranteed.
]]>It is Winter, and we all know it is soup weather. However, I like to make Chicken Pot Pies to break up the soup. I usually make the mini version so I can eat some for a week and the rest in the freezer for grabbing some for a quick lunch.
I like to make Martha Stewart's pie crust, but you can easily use the biscuits from cans. You can also use the bought pie crust or puff pastry. I used the biscuits from the cans when I didn't feel like making the pie crust before, which was fantastic. However, the best way is with Ms. Martha Stewart Pie Crust.
You can also make 2 Pie crusts, 1 to put in the cupcake pan and 1 to top them if you like having tops. In my family, it depends on everyone's mood.
For the filling, my favorite is to do frozen green peas and green beans. However, you could easily grab the vegetable melody to add. I have also done bell peppers, green beans, and carrots in a batch before. It is always about your and your family's preference. Change it up any way you like. A recipe is just the starting point.
I hope you enjoy the recipe.
*In all my recipes, regular milk can be used, but I use Cashew Milk. Cashew Milk is used because some family members are allergic to Coconut and have difficulty digesting Cow Milk.
]]>We know cleaning bathrooms with big mirrors is hard for those with big mirrors, from finding the long-handle tools that work to using the right Spray. I was able to find a fantastic Glass Spray recipe that works wonders.
Glass Spray Recipe:
This Spray will last a month with excellent results. Please keep it in a dark and cool place. Anything after one month, results can't be guaranteed.
I hope you enjoy this recipe.
]]>Potato salad in this house is made infrequently, and I try to make it in small batches. However, every big family meal has to have potato salad and must be with mustard. In this house, mayo is barely used and never in potato salad. I will tell you that measurements aren't used for this recipe, not even for a minimum. The spices depend on the person, and the amount of sauce depends on the person. So this recipe is about covering the potatoes, the feel, and having a taster.
Potato Salad:
The saltwater at the beginning is so that while you cut the potatoes, they won't turn brown. They sit in the water and hold the freshness.
You want to cut the potatoes in the size you want to serve them before you boil them because it is harder to cut them afterward and have the right texture.
Letting the potato salad sit overnight or for 24hrs lets everything that was mixed settle and hold one good flavor the next day.
I hope you enjoy this recipe.
]]>Fabric Spray Recipe:
I like to use the Carpet Powder I make because it gives a depth of scent with the fresh essential oil. I use the 3 Piece Live Scent, which matches the Carpet Powder, but you can switch them up to what fits your house or family.
This Spray will last a month with excellent results. Please keep it in a dark and cool place. Anything after one month, results can't be guaranteed.
]]>Fall has so many sweets we can love. The Vegan Carrot Cupcake is a favorite of mine. I love the way the house smells when these are done baking.
Vegan Carrot Cake Recipe:
The best advice I could give with this recipe is not to over-mix. If you mix too much, it becomes hard and dense when the batter is baked. We want to make sure the batter is fluffy and light. That is why we whisk the dry ingredients separately and lightly mix everything together with a wooden spoon.
This is a cake recipe, but I pour the batter into cupcake pans so I can make a lot and then freeze the ones that won't be eaten this week. That way, they can be put in the oven quickly, and the house smells like fall again. I am always tinkering with my recipes to make them the best. So far, from the family reviews, this is the best recipe; however, as I perfect it, I will update it here.
When it comes to the frosting, I have yet to come upon the best vegan cream cheese frosting. Once I find the best frosting recipe to match these cupcakes, I will let you guys know.
I hope you guys enjoy the recipe.
]]>When my family 1st moved into our current home, it had been more than a decade since we had carpet. We had to learn how to clean it and make the rooms smell great.
The best way we found is to make Carpet Powder, spread it all over the carpet, and then Vacuum the room. It deodorizes the carpet and makes the room smell so great.
Carpet Powder Recipe:
You can keep the carpet powder in an air-tight container as long as you want. The longer it sits, the more the scent is absorbed. After one month, once you open the container, you will smell it. After six months, the smell lasts longer on the carpet.
I like to use the 3 Piece Live scent sometimes, and sometimes I like Flirt. Either make the room smell fantastic; it just depends on my mood.
I hope you enjoy this recipe.
]]>You know it is fall when you start to crave Cobbler. Below you will find my favorite Peach Cobbler recipe for fall. It is so simple, easy, and fast to make. This is the last thing made, and the first thing finished during Thanksgiving.
Peach Cobbler:
There are multiple ways you could change up this recipe to fit your family or guests. You could switch out Sugar for Honey Molasses or Maple Syrup. Also, You could add more cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, or allspice. The recipe is only the minimum amount of seasoning needed. You can add more to fit your taste or even take some out if you fill it's too much.
You could also leave the peach juice, but if you do, use a giant baking dish because the batter will rise, and the extra liquids will spill over. There have been times when I used a smaller baking dish, and all I here was sizzling from the juices hitting the bottom of the oven. I had to add a cookie sheet under it. Draining the peaches allows for just the leftover juice to be used, and the batter doesn't get too mushy. However, if you like mushy breading, then add the juices in.
I hope you enjoy the recipe and your Thanksgiving!
*In all my recipes, regular milk can be used, but I use Cashew Milk. Cashew Milk is used because some family members are allergic to Coconut and have difficulty digesting Cow Milk.
]]>Disinfectant Spray Recipe:
I love how the Kitchen smells daily after my counter wipes down for the night. I usually use Flirt because it is one of my favorites; however, Buggin can also work as a great scent.
This Spray will last a month with excellent results. Please keep it in a dark and cool place. Anything after one month, results can't be guaranteed.
]]>As we get ready for Thanksgiving, we all know it's time to stock up on groceries needed. As I was getting my groceries together, I was urged to share one of my favorite recipes: Sweet Potato Mini Pies.
Let me start off by saying Martha Stewart is excellent. I use her fantastic pie crust recipe for my mini pies. It makes 10 mini pie crusts in a cupcake pan.
Pie Crust:
I make at least 4 of the pie crusts and still have extra pie filling left over. However, it is hard for me to portion down. For the filling, I have several ways to do it. At 1st, I would use a vegan recipe until I started using the Martha Stewart pie recipe; then, there was no point in doing vegan if I needed butter. So I would use the regular filling recipe and just change the sugar for maple syrup and honey when my family wanted a change.
Filling:
Take out the Pie crusts/cupcake pans from the refrigerator. Then pour the filling into the pie crusts until 2 cm from the top. The filling will rise as it bakes. Put into the oven and bake until you like. My family likes the filling with a slight crisp at the top.
I am excited to pull this recipe out for another year. My family doesn't like to add toppings, but you can use any toppings you like. The pie crust to filling ratio is the only thing necessary in our house. Once we have the balance and texture right, it is the best. The only honest advice I would give in this recipe is that the seasoning measurements are just the minimum you should add. Depending on how your family likes their seasoned, how much you should add. I can tell by smell if there is enough seasoning after it is blended. As you bake recipes more, the more you will figure out.
I hope you guys enjoy the recipe and your Thanksgiving!
*In all my recipes, regular milk can be used, but I use Cashew Milk. Cashew Milk is used because some family members are allergic to Coconut and have difficulty digesting Cow Milk.
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Geeks and Heathens Episode 8 : Rollercoaster
Today on Geeks and Heathens we have Cassius of Wakanda Atlanta, Rollercoaster Waves and Robberi Cologne.
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Geeks and Heathens Episode 8 : Rollercoaster
Today on Geeks and Heathens we have Cassius of Wakanda Atlanta, Rollercoaster Waves and Robberi Cologne.
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The pattern mixing is derived from several images I captured around Atlanta to form a perfect backdrop for Urban Royalty. Queen Things No. 5 Woven Blanket
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