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Lard. Butter. Tallow. Bacon Grease. Duck Fat. We know these are bad for us, right? Think again. When asked, "Are animal fats bad for you?" many of us grew up with the rather cartoonish answer: Of course—haven't you heard of cholesterol? The truth isn't nearly so simple. Why have animal fats been demonized? Long story short: Animal fats got a bad rap because they are high in saturated fats. And the reason why this was a problem was because of the now-debunked cholesterol hypothesis. The cholesterol hypothesis, in a nutshell, hypothesized that saturated fat and dietary cholesterol gunked up the arteries and ...Read More
Homeschooling 10 Great Ways to Save Money On Homeschool Curriculum!
Once upon a time there was a girl (that would be me) who didn't have a whole lot of money. She learned to be very frugal. Some might have even called her a tight-wad. When she began homeschooling, she was pretty shocked at the prices of curriculum. The first year of homeschooling you could find her spending hours in used book stores, scavenging random garage sales, and trying to find the best deals wherever she went. Sometimes she even ordered books on interlibrary loan (but that was a real pain in the rear end). She eventually learned there were easier ways to save money on curriculum without spending hours ...Read More
Gluten Free, Instant Pot Thai Chicken Thighs
Preparing chicken thighs for dinner is a great way to add a little variety to meals in a chicken-breast-dominated-recipe-book world. Energize your chicken dinners even further with these Gluten-Free, Instant Pot Thai Chicken Thighs. Fresh lime juice, peanut butter, ginger, and sriracha combine to create a creamy, yet spicy sauce for these chicken thighs. While the groundwork for this recipe does include prepping the thighs on the sauté setting, this dish could not be easier. I love recipes that combine more complex flavors but come together with little effort. Brown the chicken thighs in sesame oil while ...Read More
Easy-to-Implement Latin Curriculum: Visual Latin (Review)
If you are into the classical Christian education scene, then you've undoubtedly considered getting a Latin curriculum for your children. I rebelled at this idea at first, primarily because I remembered how difficult those two semesters of college French were. But, alas, after much reading and debating with myself, the logic of teaching and learning Latin alongside my son prevailed. But here's the thing: It's been much more fun and painless than I imagined. I think that is partly because I don't have the stress of being in a graded college course, but more because I've found a curriculum that I enjoy and is ...Read More
Multiplication and Division Facts Made Easy with Times Tales
The other day I was driving around with my kids, and one of my nieces was with us. She got to talking about how she really hates learning her times tables. Who can blame her? Multiplication and division facts can be a burden to learn. I shouted to my 8-year-old twins in the back of the van, "Hey guys, what's 7 times 8?" They replied back, "56!" "How do you know that?" I asked. Their cousin laughed at their reply, "Because Mrs. Week and Mrs. Snowman were driving one mile over the speed limit. The speed limit was 55 miles an hour, so they were going 56." Um...what? Learning Multiplication and Division ...Read More
Easy Peasy Keto Peanut Butter Fudge
Fudge is a treat that seems fancy but is actually super easy to make. This easy peasy keto peanut butter fudge is full of delicious peanut butter flavor and can be whipped up in no time. The hardest part of this recipe is having to wait for the fudge to set in the refrigerator! Quick & Easy Keto Peanut Butter Fudge This keto peanut butter fudge confection starts by combining cream cheese, butter, and peanut butter until fluffy and smooth. One might be tempted to stop here and just eat the mix — but don't, because it gets even better. Vanilla extract, sweeteners, and peanut flour are then added and beat ...Read More
Easy Keto Dry Rub Pork Ribs
Pork ribs are a big fan favorite in my home, but I often feel like I can’t tackle the seasoning. But after trying these easy keto dry rub pork ribs, I feel like I finally found the right blend of spices. Taking only a few minutes to prepare, these ribs cook to perfection slowly at low heat. Sadly, dry rub pork ribs haven’t caught on as candle scent yet, so you’ll have to enjoy the sweet and smoky aroma while these cook. Keto Dry Rub Pork Ribs: The Perfect Seasoning The seasoning combination for this recipe is excellent. Cumin, smoked paprika, celery salt, chili powder, and garlic powder blend together to ...Read More
35 Minute Keto Chicken Carbonara
Chicken recipes can sometimes get boring, but this keto chicken carbonara recipe is nowhere near dull. If you’re looking for a filling meal that delivers a creamy, flavorful punch, this is for you! Chicken on its own can become repetitive and boring. For me, preparing chicken is really all about the seasoning and flavors added to the dish. While I'll always love a good piece of grilled chicken, sometimes I just need more. One-Pan Keto Chicken Carbonara Besides the amazing flavors this recipe has to offer, it couldn’t be easier to prepare. I love serving this recipe because the rich flavors are reminiscent of ...Read More
