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Gena

Gena and her husband live in the Tyler, Texas area with their three sons. She is a former kindergarten teacher turned stay-at-home mom, blogger, and social media enthusiast. They love being outside, playing sports, cooking, crafting, and more!

How to Freeze Rice for Easy Weeknight Meals

Freezing rice can be a time-saver when meal prepping and makes it easy to add a flavorful and filling grain to your meals anytime. Here’s a guide for how to freeze rice, covering everything from cooking methods to storage and reheating tips. This process will help you save time and reduce food waste by having …

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Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches are a delicious, hearty meal that’s incredibly easy to prepare in a slow cooker or crock pot. This classic dish involves slow-cooking beef until it’s melt-in-your-mouth tender, then piling it onto a sub roll with cheese. The beauty of making Italian beef in a crock pot is that it allows …

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Whole30 Thanksgiving Recipes – 14 Clean Eating Holiday Favorites!

For two out of the three rounds of Whole30 that I have done, I have started in January. Makes sense, right? That’s when you are supposed to restart, detox, etc etc. But I just finished up my third round and it was SO good after months of stress eating because of covid, lockdowns, and virtual …

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Knead, Pickle, Plant: These Vintage Skills are Back and Growing in Popularity

Hands-on hobbies and vintage skills are making a comeback. Today, more people turn to sourdough baking, canning, gardening and fermenting, driven by a growing interest in self-sufficiency and a simpler way of life. Here’s how old-time practices find new life in kitchens and backyards across the United States. The rise of old-time skills and their …

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30 Christmas Morning Brunch Recipes You Can Prep Ahead for a Stress-Free Holiday!

Chances are you’ll be up early on Christmas morning, so why not plan a lovely Christmas morning brunch to share with your whole family? There’s nothing like the feeling of waking up on Christmas morning, but wouldn’t it be nice to know you had a hearty brunch waiting for you? Whether you like a savory …

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