A great place to come, share your blog posts and make new friends.
We are so glad you are here with us each week.
I am so excited to be a part of the Home Matters Linky Party Team! I have been participating for quite some time and am eager to make some more contributions to this party. A little about me – I’m a Wife and Mom. My husband, four kids, 5 dogs and 75+ chickens (and counting) all currently live in the rural Montana. We are embarking on the adventure of a lifetime as we live out our dreams of being Homesteaders! Like the name implies – I love to make homemade meals every night of the week for my family. I care about what types of things we are eating and I like to try new things. This blog is all about sharing those journeys and adventures with you.
Now on to this week’s party! I can’t wait to see you there.
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Sometimes you need a super easy, simple to through together, budget-friendly recipe to add to your weekly dinner menu. You can’t get much easier than some flour tortillas and ground beef, with a little bit of pantry staples. These Simple Baked Beef Roll-ups are great for those super busy weeknights. They can would also be a great recipe to have one of the teens put together for the whole family for those nights when you might have a parent-teacher conference, committee meeting or other club even.
Simple Baked Beef Roll-ups
These roll-ups can be lunch or dinner. They can be on their own or with some rice and beans. I like to make a quick pico de gallo and serve them with some sour cream. You can so make a bunch of them ahead of time and then reheat them for lunches. Just wrap in damp paper towel and heat for one minute.
Simple Baked Beef Roll-ups
Substitutes and Variations:
You can use ground turkey or chicken or even pork in the place of the ground beef. Just be cautious of the fat content (ground turkey and chicken will need some extra fat – butter or oil – added). You can use corn tortillas in place of the flour, but make sure to warm them up as you make the roll-ups, to minimize tearing.
Simple Baked Beef Roll-ups
Suggestions for Sides:
As I mentioned above, these go great with rice and beans. You can do cheesy pinto beans or slow cooked black beans. And you can a Mexican style rice or cilantro lime rice. They are good dipped in sour cream, or queso or Chipotle Ranch.
Simple Baked Beef Roll-ups
Tools that may make this recipe easier:
You will need a baking sheet with a baking rack. The baking rack allows the hot air in the oven to circulate on all sides of the roll-ups and get them crispy. If you place them directly on the rack, the top side will be crunchy, while the bottom side is soggy.
In a large saute pan over medium high heat, add ground beef. Cook and crumble until no longer pink.
Combine cornstarch, taco seasoning and beef broth in a large measuring cup. Pour over ground beef and bring just to a bubble. Reduce heat to medium low and let simmer until thickened.
Fill each tortilla with a about 2 tablespoons of beef mixture. Roll up tightly and spray with cooking spray.
Line out on rack on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes then turn each and cook another 10 minutes.
Serve with desired garnish (sour cream, salsa, hot sauce, green onions)
I love to link up my posts to lots of blogs around the internet – check out this Ultimate Handy Linky Party List to find some of the places I share to!
Estelle Forrest self-published this cookbook after a lot of playing around in the kitchen. You can purchase your own copy here:
I am always saying, “You can’t forget about the sides,” and this recipe makes it so easy to remember! Whenever I’m making a meal with a Mexican flair, I love to include these super easy to make Slow Cooker Black Beans. They have so much flavor to the plate and are actually quite good for you. Black beans are backed with nutrients and fiber, making them heart healthy and hearty. These beans are also great to bring along for a taco bar pot luck.
Slow Cooker Black Beans
Don’t worry, you didn’t read the time wrong – these beans do need to sit overnight. Since you are starting with dried beans, you have to give enough time to rehydrate them fully before putting any heat on them. I like to take the opportunity to start infusing the flavor while rehydrating by adding the seasonings and broth right away. I have made these beans with canned black beans – and it’s still good but not as amazing. Also, if you use canned, make sure you cut the salt elsewhere – like no salt added broth or taco seasoning.
Slow Cooker Black Beans
Substitutes and Variations:
I’ve included my recipe for taco seasoning at the bottom of the recipe card. I keep a big mason jar of this on my spice shelf all the time – so it’s easy to add. You can use any taco seasoning you prefer from a bottle or packet. Generally speaking, if you use a packet or pre-made seasoning mix, be cautious about salt levels. If you want to kick up the heat, you can swap out the green chilies for a can of diced jalapeños.
Slow Cooker Black Beans
Suggestions for Sides:
These easy black beans are perfect alongside tacos, enchiladas, or fajitas. You can use them in a rice bowl or in a burrito, as well. They go great with cilantro lime rice – just make rice as usual and add lime juice and chopped cilantro while fork fluffing just before serving.
Slow Cooker Black Beans
Tools that may make this recipe easier:
You will need a decent sized slow cooker for this recipe. I like the oval sized 6 qt unit. You will also need a good vegetable smasher. You can use the back of a spoon but the smasher does work better.
In a large slow cooker add dried beans, taco seasoning, onion, boullion and water (or broth if using). Cover crock and let sit over night.
In the morning, add green chilies. If there is no water left (it was all absorbed by the beans), add 2 cups of water or broth. Replace the lid and let cook on low for 8 hours.
Around the 4 hour mark, check for moisture levels. If it is looking dry, add one cup of water. This is also the time to start to mash the beans some.
In the last hour, again check for moisture level and mash the beans some. This is the time to taste test and add salt if needed.
The beans should be soft enough to smush but still have enough body to maintain shape.
I love to link up my posts to lots of blogs around the internet – check out this Ultimate Handy Linky Party List to find some of the places I share to!
Estelle Forrest self-published this cookbook after a lot of playing around in the kitchen. You can purchase your own copy here:
Welcome to this week’s Weekly Wrap-up and Blog Link-up.
It’s a new year at the Senior Salon Pit Stop and it’s time to vroom-vroom to all the great posts that everyone is creating all around the the blogosphere! Scroll down to check out my Weekly Wrap-up along with my Featured posts from the previous Pit Stop!
What’s been going on at Homemade on a Weeknight?
One of the most amazing things that has ever happened on our fledgling homestead happened this last week. One of our hens that we brought all the way from Oregon hatched out 15 – yes fifteen! – baby chicks underneath one of our campers. We had been concerned that she was broody for no reason as we couldn’t actually tell what she was sitting on under there. Thinking maybe she might hatch one or two eggs, we let her be. She went into the meditative state this last week and never left her clutch. Finally on the Fourth of July – my hubs and pup heard the peep peep peeping and went to investigate. And they found 15 little chickies flooding out from the feathers of this proud mama hen. Its incredible!
What have you been up to this past week?
Just #ICYMI – here is one of the popular posts from last week – A Collection of Eggs Recipes. How do you like your eggs?
In case you missed it, here are the recipes that I shared to the blog this week:
Have you had a chance to check out the new Facebook group Yum Hungry Hangout & Giggles? It is a place to share your foodie finds, funny facts and in general hangout and get to know each other more through out shared love of food. Please feel free to check it out and maybe join in the fun!
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Eggs are a main staple of my households food intake. And not just because we raise chickens (currently, we have about 2 dozen chickens just for laying eggs). We have always had an egg heavy eating habit. They are just so good, an amazing source of extra protein, and so versatile. You can simply fry them up in a little bacon grease with some salt and pepper, or you can kick it up a notch and make them into a full-on mean. And not just for breakfast – lunch and dinner can be egg centric too! I have pulled together nearly two dozen of my most popular Egg Recipes that I’ve shared over the years. Which one will you try first?
My favorite Recipes Using Eggs
A few key kitchen tools you may want to have to hand when it comes to making these Egg recipes:
WHISK – whether you prefer a French whisk (the thin metal (sometimes silicone) cage style) or a Dutch Whisk (flat thicker wire style), you almost always need a whisk on hand when eggs are on the ingredients list.
Strainer Spoon – when it comes to boiling eggs – a strainer spoon can be the difference between cracked shells and not cracked. The main holes in the spoon help make it easy to gently lower the eggs into the boiling water, as well as remove them at the end.
13×9 Baking Dish – a few of these recipes are made in a glass Baking dish.
And without further adieu – here are My Favorite Egg Recipes from the blog!
Chorizo & Egg Tacos
Chorizo Egg Tacos – Whether you are looking for a weekend breakfast idea that will really wow folks or need a quick and delicious breakfast for dinner recipe – you came to the right place. These tacos are simple with just a few ingredients but it all comes together for a fantastic bite. Chorizo & Egg Tacos are a must for your next Taco Tuesday!
Smoked Deviled Eggs
Smoked Deviled Eggs – While I’m sure many have had the classic deviled eggs and thoroughly enjoyed them, you may not have heard about Smoked Deviled Eggs. By smoking the eggs on your smoker (like my trusty Traeger Grill) instead of boiling them, you get a delicious layer of flavor you may not expect from something as small as a humble egg.
BEC Breakfast Biscuit
BEC Breakfast Biscuit – So this might be a stretch for a breakfast for dinner idea…but not entirely. This recipe is so good for when you just don’t have the time or maybe the energy to make a whole meal. But it’s full of protein and will definitely fill up your belly. The BEC Breakfast Sandwich is always a big hit in my house and I bet it will be in yours too.
Mexican Breakfast Bowls
Mexican Breakfast Bowls – Since we raise chickens, we always have a lot of eggs. So often, I find meals to utilize a large amount of eggs for dinner to make sure none go to waste. This recipe accomplishes just that – uses up a large amount of eggs and still counts as dinner. With the combo of beans, pork, bell peppers, cheese, and eggs, you are going to love this recipe for Mexican Breakfast Bowls.
Grilled Pork Ramen with Bok Choy
Grilled Pork Ramen with Bok Choy – Making a real bowl of ramen at home is super easy and a great way to use up what you have on hand. One of the most wonderful things about ramen is that you can put together all sorts of different veggies and meats to create a delicious bowl – so you can really clean out that veggie drawer in the fridge! This go around I decided that I wanted to use up some pork chops, so I made Grilled Pork Ramen with Bok Choy.
Blackstone Breakfast Quesadillas
Blackstone Breakfast Quesadilla – This quesadilla has a whole breakfast melted together in a cheese filled tortilla. Plenty of eggs, bacon, ham and sausage mixed together to make the ultimate Blackstone Breakfast Quesadilla. This recipe will work for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is also a great family gathering breakfast (like a holiday), as it can easily feed an army fairly easily.
Comfort Breakfast Bowl
Comfort Breakfast Bowl – Great for breakfast, brunch or dinner – a hand-breaded chicken fried steak over a biscuit, smothered in sausage gravy and topped with an over medium egg. The rich and creamy dish is not for the faint of heart – you will want to show up to the table with an empty belly for sure! This Comfort Breakfast Bowl combines the delicious recipes for my Tarragon Sausage Gravy and Classic Chicken Fried Steak into a cohesive meal that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Bagel Breakfast Sliders
Bagel Breakfast Sliders – Breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner – these Bagel Breakfast Sliders are the recipe you need in your life. The simplicity of these delicious – and filling – sliders is what makes it the perfect dish for any meal of the day, any day of the week. By combining some simple ingredients, you can create a beautiful slider that everyone is going to be falling head over heels for.
Simple Egg Fried Rice
Simple Egg Fried Rice – If you need a quick and easy side dish or lunch idea – you have come to the right recipe. Now before I start getting some upset people – this is NOT a traditional fried rice – that’s why it’s called Simple Egg Fried Rice. I realize that there are lots of fried rice recipes out there, some are very involving and some are even simpler that mine. This particular recipe is to get you a the flavors and idea of a fried rice without needing extra equipment or skills.
Happy Pig Breakfast Burrito
Happy Pig Breakfast Burrito – Breakfast burritos are very popular in our home. With all the eggs we get from our backyard chickens, I am always looking for ways to use up large amounts of eggs. These burritos are excellent for breakfast, lunch and dinner and even an afternoon snack. Loaded with lots of protein they are going to make everyone in the family happy. Which is why I call this recipe the Happy Pig Breakfast Burrito.
Southwest Egg Salad
Southwest Egg Salad – As most of you know, we raise our own chickens for both meat and eggs. With it being the colder months, we do tend to get a few less eggs but still have enough. Most everyone in our family enjoys having an egg salad sandwich for lunch or a snack and we do try to make it a little bit different every now and then. Most recently, I had some leftovers from the corn salsa that I used to make some tacos and opted to chop them up and add them to my egg salad. The addition of cilantro, red onion and jalapeno made for a delightful Southwest Egg Salad.
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Bake
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Bake – Whether you are on the hunt for an easy breakfast, brunch or dinner recipe – you came to the right place. This Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Bake is quick to put together and takes very little attention. It also keeps very well so you could make it ahead for a baby shower or potluck. With lots of bacon and cheese – you are going to want to keep these ingredients on hand to make this regularly.
Asian Beef Bowl
Asian Beef Bowl – Rice bowls are perfect for weeknight meals. You can layer up lots of flavor with ingredients you likely have on hand to make a hearty and tasty dinner. These Asian Beef Bowls pack a real flavor punch with the runny egg and Sriracha. And it really is a quick dinner to put together.
Pancake Tacos
Pancake Tacos – Taco Tuesdays don’t just have to be about dinner, right? These Pancake Tacos are not just fun to eat they are fun to make! Whether you make them for breakfast, brunch or dinner, they are going to be a hit. The soft pillowy pancakes stuffed with sausage AND bacon and then layered up with fluffy eggs and cheese – are you drooling yet?
Hollandaise Breakfast Enchiladas
Hollandaise Breakfast Enchiladas – If you are looking for a super simple breakfast, brunch or breakfast for dinner recipe then scroll no further! These Hollandaise Breakfast Enchiladas – or as my son calls them Benichiladas – are going to make everyone happy and feel just a little bit fancy. You are also going to want to hold on to this totally easy hollandaise hack – you’ll never break the sauce again.
Classic Egg Salad
Classic Egg Salad – We have a mixed flock of backyard egg laying chickens. Which means that every so often we get an over abundance of eggs. It goes in waves with the seasons and with the types of meals we are making around the house. Every time we fill up both of our egg containers (about 4 dozen), I turn to this Classic Egg Salad recipe to use them up in a very delicious dish. I call it a classic because it really does pull in the traditional flavors of mayonnaise, mustard, pickles, dill and paprika.
BEC Pizza
BEC Pizza – We love our pizza around here, but sometimes we really need to switch things up and try something a little different. So what make a pizza a pizza? In my house, it’s a crust (dough, cauliflower or even chicken), with a sauce or soft cheese, ingredients (meat and/or veggies) topped with more cheese. And by this definition, this BEC Pizza is definitely pizza. The Bacon Egg and Cheese classic flavor profile lends itself perfectly to a quick weeknight pizza.
Jalapeno Dill Deviled Eggs
Jalapeno Dill Deviled Eggs – Whenever I think of deviled eggs I think of those plain old paprika covered bites you got on the holidays at a family members house. What’s amazing is they are usually pretty good, but I say they can be better. Eggs are such a easy flavor to work with, you can combine them with so many things. Like these Jalapeno Dill Deviled Eggs – a little spicy kick along with the freshness of dill. Just be careful bringing them to the next function – because you will be asked to bring them every time!
Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole
Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole – This is one of those recipes that works as a great weekend breakfast or a great weeknight dinner. With a good combo of bacon, sausage, cheese, eggs, and potatoes – you have all of the best parts of a solid hearty meal. Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole is filling and relatively simple to put together, making it a perfect breakfast, lunch, dinner, make-ahead, potluck, or holiday meal.
Hope you enjoyed my selections of egg recipes – do you have a favorite? Which one will you be trying first?
Estelle Forrest self-published this cookbook after a lot of playing around in the kitchen. You can purchase your own copy here:
A great place to come, share your blog posts and make new friends.
We are so glad you are here with us each week.
I am so excited to be a part of the Home Matters Linky Party Team! I have been participating for quite some time and am eager to make some more contributions to this party. A little about me – I’m a Wife and Mom. My husband, four kids, 5 dogs and 25+ chickens (and counting) all currently live in the rural Montana. We are embarking on the adventure of a lifetime as we live out our dreams of being Homesteaders! Like the name implies – I love to make homemade meals every night of the week for my family. I care about what types of things we are eating and I like to try new things. This blog is all about sharing those journeys and adventures with you.
Now on to this week’s party! I can’t wait to see you there.
Please take some time to poke around and visit some of the other links.
Please take some time to check out your hosts and co-hosts on social media.
We appreciate the variety of blogs on the www; however, the Home Matters Party is for links on matters of the HOME. Please link accordingly.
We ask that you do not add other Linky Parties, Blog Hops, or Giveaways–unless you begin the party with a new project, recipe or post.
On the same note, please do not add links of an extremist, political or strong controversial nature. (The hosts and co-hosts read each and every blog post linked and will contact you directly if you have linked something that does not fit into the realm of the party.)
With your help, we can continue to grow the Home Matters Party! Thank you!
We are looking for Co-Hosts. Help us Rock this party! If you are interested, please contact Donna at radforddesignstudio@gmail.com.
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Every BBQ platter needs some fresh made buttery cornbread. So let’s take that a step further and load it up with some cheddar cheese, fresh jalapeno, and crispy bacon bits! But be careful – if you bring this Bacon Cheddar Jalapeno Cornbread to a function or party, they will be asking you to bring it back again and again! It really is THAT good.
Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread
This recipe for homemade cornbread is one you will want to hold on to. If you just omit the cheese, bacon, and jalapeno, you have a delightful light cornbread. Simply reduce the cook time by about five minutes, and it will be golden brown. That said – you can also do other mix-ins. You can add a can of corn (drained) or ranch seasoning or Cajun seasoning and chopped up andouille sausage.
Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread
Substitutes and Variations:
If you want more of a Mexican flair, you can use diced green chilies instead of the jalapeños. And while I do think fresh jalapeños are really great in this, you could use pickled as well. You can also play around with the type of cheese you use. Just don’t go for a super salty or super soft cheese as it will all bake up differently.
Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread
Suggestions for Sides:
As I mentioned- this belongs on every bbq platter you make. It goes with ribs and tritip and brisket and pulled pork and bbq chicken. It also makes a great addition to a breakfast buffet!
Bacon Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread
Tools that may make this recipe easier:
I prefer to line my baking dish with parchment paper so that I can easily lift the cooked cornbread from the baking dish. It also makes it so much easier to cut into nice pieces and serve.
To Make Cornbread Mix (makes enough for 3 batches)
1tbspBaking Powder
½cupWhite sugar
2cupFlour
1tspSalt
1½cupCornmeal
½tspGarlic Powder
½tspOnion Powder
Get Recipe Ingredients
Instructions
To Make the Mix
Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl. Use a whisk to thoroughly combine
Transfer mix to airtight container.
To Make 8x8inch Pan of Cornbread
Preheat oven to 350degF.
In a frying pan over medium high heat, add bacon. Cook until crispy and remove to a paper towel covered plate.
Combine eggs, milk, oil and cornbread mix in a mixing bowl.
Chop up bacon into small bits.
Fold in cheese, bacon bits and diced jalapenos to cornbread mix.
Transfer to parchment paper lined 8×8 baking dish (you can spray with cooking spray if you prefer)
Baked for 35 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean from center of pan.
I love to link up my posts to lots of blogs around the internet – check out this Ultimate Handy Linky Party List to find some of the places I share to!
Estelle Forrest self-published this cookbook after a lot of playing around in the kitchen. You can purchase your own copy here:
Welcome to this week’s Weekly Wrap-up and Blog Link-up.
It’s a new year at the Senior Salon Pit Stop and it’s time to vroom-vroom to all the great posts that everyone is creating all around the the blogosphere! Scroll down to check out my Weekly Wrap-up along with my Featured posts from the previous Pit Stop!
What’s been going on at Homemade on a Weeknight?
At the encourage my dear friend and SPSS co-host Melynda, I took the leap to learn more about becoming a beekeeper. This is going to be our next endeavor on our homestead. I made a simple inquiry on a local beekeepers club Facebook page lead me (and my hubs) to be invited to the club president’s farm just a few miles away. He gave us an incredible private lesson on the basics of setting up a hive, inspecting the hives (who knew the frames covered in comb, honey and bees was sooo heavy!) and learn about what sort of wildflowers we need to get planted this fall. We are too late to start a hive this year, but with the proper planning we will be able to start in the spring. Oh and maybe the most fun of all – we got to try some homemade triple berry mead that was just delicious.
What have you been up to this past week?
Just #ICYMI – here is one of the popular posts from last week – Double Bacon Cheeseburger! What’s your favorite burger topping?
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
In case you missed it, here are the recipes that I shared to the blog this week:
Have you had a chance to check out the new Facebook group Yum Hungry Hangout & Giggles? It is a place to share your foodie finds, funny facts and in general hangout and get to know each other more through out shared love of food. Please feel free to check it out and maybe join in the fun!
By joining the Senior Salon Pit Stop, you signify permission (EsmeSalon privacy policy) to share your posts and images here and receive an email reminder when our next Senior Salon Pit Stop is LIVE.
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For every post that you share – make one comment on someone else’s post. Help make their day a bit brighter.
Unlimited sharing BUT we ask that you visit one other blog post for each link you share.
Posts can be on any subject that is family-friendly.
Posts with direct sales, shops, or affiliates must contain relevant post content.
That’s it! Come and join the fun and let’s make it worthwhile!
If you are looking for more fun places to link up your posts – check out our Ultimate Handy Linky Party List – check back often as it’s always growing. And if we have missed your Linky Party – please send me a message and we will get it added in!
Potatoes are such a perfect side dish for weeknight meals. They are a great starch option, and they are super versatile, so you can make them work with most any type of cuisine. My family especially loves mashed potatoes, so I decided to give my rustic potatoes a little kick in the pants by adding some pepper jack cheese. They turned out so ooey and gooey! So next time you plan to make meat and potatoes for dinner, consider making these Rustic Pepper Jack Potatoes.
Rustic Pepper Jack Potatoes
What makes them rustic you might be asking yourself. Well, in my family, it’s how we specify with or without the peel. Rustic means the peel is left on and mashed in. They also tend to be a bit more lumpy or chunky, not smooth mashed. If we just say mashed potatoes, we mean smooth and creamy, little to no lumps peeled potatoes. I usually decide which to make based on what I am serving them with. If I need something of texture, I’ll go rustic, but if I have that texture elsewhere, I will go with the creamier mashed potatoes. That said, you can add pepper jack cheese to your creamy mashed potatoes, too!
Rustic Pepper Jack Potatoes
Substitutes and Variations:
This particular recipe uses pepper jack cheese, which stands to reason you can really use any kind of melty cheese. I have done smoked gouda, as well as a habenaro white cheddar before. As long as the cheese will melt easily without producing too much extra fat/oil, it will work. I specified white pepper for this recipe – this is a preferred ingredient whenever I make smashed or mashed potatoes. I just dont care for seeing the pieces of black peppercorns in the dish.
Rustic Pepper Jack Potatoes
Suggestions for Sides:
Meat and potatoes is a classic combo because it’s seriously the best combo. And these potatoes go with just abojt any meat. Fantastic with some seared steaks, a grilled chicken breast, some bone-in pork chops, truly any kind of meat.
Rustic Pepper Jack Potatoes
Tools that may make this recipe easier:
You will need a good potato smasher for this recipe. I prefer a long handled variety with open-ended edges on the smashing part. I just find this easier to use and easier to clean in the end.
Add potatoes to a large pot. Fill with enough water to cover the potatoes, and add half a teaspoon of salt. Place over medium-high heat.
Let cook at a rolling boil until the potatoes are fork tender. Then drain in a colander and transfer to serving bowl.
Add butter, cream, white pepper and remaining salt. Use a potato smasher to mash and smash the potatoes to desired level of smoothness.
Fold in chopped cheese and then let sit for around 5 minutes before serving.
I love to link up my posts to lots of blogs around the internet – check out this Ultimate Handy Linky Party List to find some of the places I share to!
Estelle Forrest self-published this cookbook after a lot of playing around in the kitchen. You can purchase your own copy here:
A great place to come, share your blog posts and make new friends.
We are so glad you are here with us each week.
I am so excited to be a part of the Home Matters Linky Party Team! I have been participating for quite some time and am eager to make some more contributions to this party. A little about me – I’m a Wife and Mom. My husband, four kids, 5 dogs and 25+ chickens (and counting) all currently live in the rural Montana. We are embarking on the adventure of a lifetime as we live out our dreams of being Homesteaders! Like the name implies – I love to make homemade meals every night of the week for my family. I care about what types of things we are eating and I like to try new things. This blog is all about sharing those journeys and adventures with you.
Now on to this week’s party! I can’t wait to see you there.
Please take some time to poke around and visit some of the other links.
Please take some time to check out your hosts and co-hosts on social media.
We appreciate the variety of blogs on the www; however, the Home Matters Party is for links on matters of the HOME. Please link accordingly.
We ask that you do not add other Linky Parties, Blog Hops, or Giveaways–unless you begin the party with a new project, recipe or post.
On the same note, please do not add links of an extremist, political or strong controversial nature. (The hosts and co-hosts read each and every blog post linked and will contact you directly if you have linked something that does not fit into the realm of the party.)
With your help, we can continue to grow the Home Matters Party! Thank you!
We are looking for Co-Hosts. Help us Rock this party! If you are interested, please contact Donna at radforddesignstudio@gmail.com.
Link Up!
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