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Our Favorite Things | September 2022

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Our Favorite Things | September 2022

The weather in North Carolina is officially starting to turn. Temperatures are dropping and I'm putting on my boots and layers, but not mad about it at all. Last year we learned that fall actually lasts longer than a couple weeks here in North Carolina! In Idaho we were used to temperatures and leaves dropping […]
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September 29, 2022

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Blender Wars! Testing and Ranking 7 of the Best Blenders

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Blender Wars! Testing and Ranking 7 of the Best Blenders

Welcome to Blender Wars!–Where we test 7 of the best blenders and tell you which one takes the cake (or blends the cake?). In our house, the blender is our most used kitchen appliance! We are daily smoothie drinkers and so we want a blender that's going to get the job done and hold up […]
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September 22, 2022

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Honey Garlic Peas - 5 Minute Side

Honey Garlic Peas - 5-Minute Side | Chris Loves Julia

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Honey Garlic Peas - 5 Minute Side

When I'm prepping for dinner, there's always that one thing I'm excited to make that gets almost all of my attention and time. The meal hinges around it, and so I really want to nail it. But what of the sides? Having a list of 5-minute side dishes has been so helpful, so I can […]
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September 18, 2022

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Putting Kitchen Towels to the Test

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Putting Kitchen Towels to the Test

Whenever Chris is doing anything in the kitchen, he's got a kitchen towel tossed over his shoulder. It's a little trick of the trade he's been doing ever since I can remember and it's purely practical. Chris is all about doing things effectively and efficiently, even down to wiping up messes. When he's cooking he […]
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September 15, 2022

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Dairy-Free Golden Milk Recipe | Chris Cooks

Dairy Free Golden Milk Recipe | Chris Loves Julia

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Dairy-Free Golden Milk Recipe | Chris Cooks

I'm starting to feel it in the air, y'all. Fall is definitely creeping in and I love it so, so much. Of course one of the downsides is the rise of cold and flu (and covid) season, as well. Boo. That's where this Golden Milk recipe comes in. Pitcher | Dish Towel | Jar Glasses […]
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September 11, 2022

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Dairy-Free Rosemary Salted Caramel Sauce | Chris Cooks

Dairy-free Rosemary Salted Caramel Sauce | Chris Loves Julia

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Dairy-Free Rosemary Salted Caramel Sauce | Chris Cooks

This is the one, folks. This is the recipe that changed it all for me. I have to be honest - as someone who loves to cook and experience every kind of food, once Jules and Greta developed their food allergies, there were times I would feel a little like my hands were tied behind […]
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September 4, 2022

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Our Favorite Things | August 2022

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Our Favorite Things | August 2022

Our girls started school this last week and I've said it before, but this is my favorite time of year. I really thrive off of routine and it's just nice to get back into the groove of things. Fall is on the cusp, but we've just been soaking up as much time in the pool […]
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September 1, 2022

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5 Minute Side - Carrot Slaw with Honey & Dill | Chris Cooks

Carrot Slaw with Honey & Dill

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5 Minute Side - Carrot Slaw with Honey & Dill | Chris Cooks

I've shared a few of my 5-minute side dishes in the past - dishes that require no cooking, come together in about 5 minutes with minimal ingredients you probably have on hand. This carrot slaw is another one, and really is quite special. Task Lamp | Wood Bowl | Serving Platters | Cutting Board | […]
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August 28, 2022

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Gluten Free Meatloaf (Also Grain, Dairy & Egg Free) | Chris Cooks

Meatloaf - Grain, Gluten, Dairy, Egg Free | Chris Loves Julia

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Gluten Free Meatloaf (Also Grain, Dairy & Egg Free) | Chris Cooks

Meatloaf is classically made with breadcrumbs (or milk-soaked bread if you're a bit extra), eggs, and often grated hard cheese of some kind. And when food allergies pop up, it can start to feel like you'll never enjoy the classics again. And while we still wait and hope for suitable replacements for some things (lookin' […]
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August 21, 2022

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Roasted Vegetable & Turkey Breakfast Hash | Meal Prep

Roasted Vegetable Breakfast Hash | Meal Prep | Chris Loves Julia

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Roasted Vegetable & Turkey Breakfast Hash | Meal Prep

For Jules and me, most mornings we see each other mostly in passing as she gets home for the gym and I'm rushing out to drop off our daughters. But whether or not you have kids starting school, we could all use a little more time in our mornings and this roasted vegetable breakfast hash […]
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August 14, 2022

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We tested 8 rug pads--here's our favorite!

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We tested 8 rug pads--here's our favorite!

I learned many years ago, when we purchased our very first wall-to-wall carpet in our first home in Utah, that the comfort level you experience is not solely in the carpet you buy. It's actually more dependent on the carpet pad underneath. One time we splurged on a 10 pound memory foam pad to go […]
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August 11, 2022

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Quick Garden Chicken Salad with Spicy Thousand Island | Chris Cooks

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Quick Garden Chicken Salad with Spicy Thousand Island | Chris Cooks

Salad is typically my least favorite way to consume vegetables, but there are some flavor combos that are so good, it feels like treating yourself even when the ingredient list seems ho-hum. This salad is about halfway to my mother's "taco salad," stopping shy of crunched up corn chips and a handful of delicious though […]
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August 7, 2022

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Living With Peace of Mind

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Living With Peace of Mind

*This post is sponsored by ADT We lived in small towns most of our marriage. Places where you never really thought about getting a security system because everyone knew everyone. Wallpaper But as many readers know, in February 2019, we were coming to the end of a cabin renovation, and it tragically caught fire and burned down one […]
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August 3, 2022

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Three 5-Minute Side Dishes | Chris Cooks

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Three 5-Minute Side Dishes | Chris Cooks

Last week on Instagram, I mentioned how I thought it was important that everyone have a handful of side dishes that took 5 minutes and only a handful of ingredients to throw together, and required no cooking. Things that could just be thrown together at a moment's notice. I also mentioned that I have about […]
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July 31, 2022

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Best of July

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Best of July

With the end of summer quickly approaching, this month there were two major themes around here. Namely, the backyard finally wrapping up and the upstairs bathroom slowly getting pulled together. Just so we're on the same page - lets get all caught up on the most recent updates this month. Tile on Tile: An Upstairs […]
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July 29, 2022

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Low Country Seafood Boil | Chris Cooks

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Low Country Seafood Boil | Chris Cooks

Shrimp boils are one of the easiest and tastiest ways to feed a group of people! It's a fun social meal that cleans up in minutes. I do love an all-around win-win. 😎 When hosting a shrimp boil, the key is to stagger when you add things - timing is everything. Now let's get into it, […]
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July 24, 2022

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Cleanish Barbeque Spice Rub | Chris Cooks

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Cleanish Barbeque Spice Rub | Chris Cooks

I have always enjoyed making healthy, good quality food for our family. And after Jules began having health issues (she recently sent a health update in our Love Letter) I have been able to experiment even more with making cleaner alternatives of our family's favorite foods that wouldn't cause her a flare up. And this […]
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July 17, 2022

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The Ultimate Cordless Stick Vacuum Test

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The Ultimate Cordless Stick Vacuum Test

These days there are so many options for cordless stick vacuums, and it seems like they all have their own bells and whistles. While I have been using the Dyson cordless vacuum for quite some time, I wanted to test how it compared to some of these newer flashy models. My curiosity got the best […]
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July 14, 2022

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My 3 Favorite Burger Recipes | Chris Cooks

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My 3 Favorite Burger Recipes | Chris Cooks

Once upon a time, I made an eBook named Chris Loves Burgers. It houses all of my favorite burger recipes for beef, pork, poultry, crab/seafood, and vegetarian patties. There are also instructions for not only the patty but everything that is assembled in the burger to make it out of this world. I discuss it […]
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July 3, 2022

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Best of June

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Best of June

With all the progress happening in our backyard this month, the theme around here has been outdoor (if you couldn't tell from all the outdoor posts we've shared). 5 Outdoor Entertaining Musts All About Our Diamond Pavers and Artificial Turf Outdoor Spaces Then and Now Build an Outdoor Space at Every Budget Outdoor Kitchen Plans […]
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June 30, 2022
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