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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2013/06/shredded-beef-burritos.html">Shredded Beef Burritos</a> and enchiladas, are some of our favorite Mexican foods. Now with our Instant Pot, it I can make up a batch of Mexican shredded beef for an enchilada dinner in less than an hour and a half, the pressure cooker turns out a tender roast, that is easy to shred, along with some wonderful drippings ready to turn into a delicious enchilada sauce.</span><br />
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<br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Shredded Beef for the Enchiladas</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Ingredients: </b><br />1 2-4 pound beef Chuck Roast. <br />1 Tablespoon Olive oil, Avocado oil or Bacon grease for browning. <br /> 1 medium onion chopped<br />2 cloves garlic crushed<br /> 2 tsps Himilayan salt <br /> 1 tsp pepper,<br /> 1 tsp garlic powder<br /> 1 tsp onion powder or to taste<br /> 3 cups broth or water</span><br /><br /> <br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Instructions:</b></span><br />
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Press the saute' button on your Instant Pot and allow the Instant Pot to heat up for 3-4 minutes.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Brown the roast in the oil, turning until all sides are nicely browned. </span></li>
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onions, and brown them lightly as well.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Press the "cancel" button on the Instant Pot.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Add seasoning and broth/water to the pot. Lift the roast so that the broth can get under the roast.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Secure the lid and check to make sure that the pressure gauge is in the correct position. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Use the manual setting, and set the Instant Pot for 70 minutes on high pressure.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Once the roast is done cooking, allow pressure valve to drop, and remove roast into a bowl.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Using 2 forks, pull the roast until all is shredded.</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Homemade Enchilada Sauce</b> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">2 Tablespoons butter of or oil (Olive oil or Avocado oil)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">4 Tablespoons Non-GMO Cornstarch </span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">4 cups of broth Use the broth from your roast and add more water or broth to bring to 4 cups</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">8 ounces tomato sauce (I have often made this sauce without the tomato sauce, and find that it is delicious that way as well).<br />
1/4 cup chili powder<br />
1/4 cup cumin powder<br />
2 tsp dried oregano crushed<br />
salt and pepper to taste</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Slowly add and whisk broth into cornstarch mixture.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Add Tomato Sauce and seasonings. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Cook until bubbly and thickened.</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Enchiladas</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Ingredients: </b><br />
Shredded Beef from recipe above.</span></div>
<span style="font-size: x-large;">1 small white onion, minced<br />
20-25 Non- GMO Corn Tortilla's, (the amount you need may vary with each roast), lightly sauted in an oiled saute' pan. I have found that if I use "Organic Artisan Corn Tortillas", I don't even need to saute them before making the enchiladas.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">2-3 cups shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese<br />
Enchilada sauce from above recipe</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Stir until well combined.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Pour about 1/2 cup enchilada sauce onto baking pan and spread evenly over the bottom.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Fill the tortillas with the beef mixture, roll them up and place them in a large casserole pan or cookie sheet.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Pour Enchilada Sauce over all.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Top with cheese.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Bake 20 to 30 minutes.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Enjoy!!!</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="font-size: x-large;">I love having fresh flowers in the house when I can. Once they begin to fade and wilt, I have a hard time throwing them out. So if thy are especially pretty flowers I will make potpourri out of them. This year, I wanted to see if sunflowers would make a good potpourri. I had a few vases in the house, with some that I had picked from the yard and lane, and I had also gotten a bunch from the grocery store. Once they began to wilt, I hung them so that their petals would dry in the forward position. Once dry, I arranged them with some other fall flowers, leaves and seed pods, pinecones, spices etc. dripped some extra essential oils on them, and made a lovely fall potpourri.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> This bouquet of flowers came from the grocery store. They came bunched with some eucalyptus leaves and a few other flowers that I thought would be nice to add to the potpourri.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> To make potpourri with Sunflowers, dry your sunflowers by hanging them or propping them in a downward position, so the petals will fall forward. Make sure they are out of traffic zones, because the petals fall of easily until they are dried.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Pinecones make a nice filler and base. They add texture, and are a lovely way to hold and distribute essential oils. I begin by placing them on the bottom of my potpourri display.</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Dried Sunflowers</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Dried fall flowers</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Dried Eucalyptus, Bay leaves or any other leaves </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Whole Spices, Pods, such as Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Clove, Anise Stars, and foraged items.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Pinecones</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Essential Oils, such as Eucalyptus, Cinnamon, Clove, Rosemary, Lavendar, Orange, Tangerine or Lemon, or any combination of these. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">A bowl for display </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Gather all of the ingredients, and a nice bowl to display your potpourri.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Layer the ingredients, beginning with the Pinecones. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Drip and spray essential oils on ingredients as you layer.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">End with the Sunflowers, placing them gently on top, to preserve as much of the pretty shape as possible. </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">This yummy "Fresh Tomato" Pizza, takes only ten minutes to make and 15 minutes to bake. It is yeast free, and low in calories, perfect for a healthy last minute lunch or dinner and a wonderful way to enjoy those garden fresh tomatoes before they are gone. We have enjoyed it with just tomatoes, or loaded up with roasted green chilies, peppers, onions and mushrooms, either way yum!</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">1 tsp salt</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">1 cup Non-Fat Yogurt </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">2 tsp Olive Oil</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Fresh Tomatoes, sliced</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">1 cup Mozzarella Cheese</span> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Garlic Salt</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">6-8 fresh Basil Leaves, sliced or minced </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">In a medium bowl, stir together self rising flour and salt.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Add yogurt until well combined (if dough seems too dry or crumbly, you can add more yogurt if needed).</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">With floured hands, pat dough into a ball and then place onto a cookie sheet or pizza pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Pat or roll out the crust onto the pizza pan, </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Drizzle and spread 1 teaspoon of olive oil over dough, and sprinkle with garlic salt.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Cover dough with sliced tomatoes.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Drizzle remaining olive oil over tomatoes, and sprinkle all with garlic salt.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Top with cheese, and bake 14 - 16 minutes, or until dough and cheese are lightly golden brown.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Top with Basil and a dash of Parmesan cheese.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Enjoy.</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Makes 8 Large slices or 16 small</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">175 calories per large slice </span><br />
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<span face=""helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif"><span style="font-size: large;">142 Calories per serving</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Don't you love meals that can be made in one pot, and take less than 30 minutes to throw together? Simple, to make, with so little clean up... a perfect meal for a busy day when everyone is tired, but dinner still needs to be made. I think that is probably why "Hamburger Helper" was so popular when in he 70's and 80's. This delicious Beef Stroganoff is one of those recipes, and it is also a "Skinny Recipe" that is easy on the waist line, but so delicious, and satisfying, that your whole family will love it. </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">2 Tablespoons butter</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">1/2 of a large onion, chopped </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">2 stalks celery, trimmed and finely minced </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">2 cloves garlic, minced </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">6 -8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">1 lb extra lean ground beef or ground turkey </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">1 16 ounce package bow tie or Rotini Pasta </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">32 oz organic beef or mushroom broth</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">1 cup water </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">2 ounces light cream cheese </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">2 teaspoons onion powder </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">2 Tablespoons "better than bullion beef base" </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">3/4 cup nonfat Greek Yogurt</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Salt and pepper to taste</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">2 green onions, minced or chopped</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Add onions, garlic and celery and saute until tender. </span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Add mushrooms and saute until softened.</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Add ground beef or turkey, stir into vegetables and brown lightly.</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Add broth, water, cream cheese, onion powder and beef base.</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Stir well, add pasta and cover.</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Bring to boil and simmer 10 - 12 minutes, or until pasta is "al dente" done.</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Remove from heat and add Greek Yogurt.</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Stir until well distributed.</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Add salt and pepper to taste.</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Garnish with minced or chopped green onion.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span><span style="font-size: x-large;">Enjoy!</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> Makes about 13 "1 cup" servings<br />223 calories per serving</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">What is creamy, cheesy, crunchy, healthy and comfort foody, made with fresh Zucchini, basil, garlic and onion? The answer is, this delicious Summer Zucchini Pie.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is a recipe that I have made over and over this summer; it
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Summer Zucchini Pie</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">2 large Zucchini sliced thin</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 large onion sliced thin </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">2-3 cloves garlic </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">2 cups grated cheese (Mozerella, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Parmesan or any combination of these I've been using Trader Jo's light cheeses, to keep the calories low)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">3 eggs </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">3/4 cup milk of choice (I use almond milk) </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 tsp salt</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 1/2 - 2 cups fresh bread crumbs</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">2 tablespoons butter </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">6-7 Fresh Basil leaves or 1 tsp dried</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 teaspoon salt</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1/2 teaspoon pepper</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Prepare a 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Slice Zucchini and onion and set to the side.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Place eggs, milk, garlic, basil, salt and pepper into a blender and blend together, then set to the side.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Layer as follows: Zucchini, onion, cheese, Zucchini, onion cheese.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pour egg mixture evenly over all.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over top.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Drizzle with butter.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Bake at 350 for 50 -60 minutes, until top is lightly browned and pie is set.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Approx 188 calories per slice.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span>Essential
oil roller bottles are the
perfect way to create recipes and remedies that are natural, uplifting
and healing, all in one easy to apply little bottle.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Recently I have learned how much fun it is to host an essential oil roller bottle party, and have hosted a few, with great success and enjoyment all around. I don't know what it is that is so much fun about dripping wonderful smelling concoctions of various essential oils into bottles, with daughters, girlfriends, food and drink, but I love it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Hosting a
Roller Bottle Party is a wonderful way to share, teach, learn and
enjoy all the benefits of essential oils with friends, and will allow
each person to take home a roller bottle or two of their own creation.
It is the best of fun to make these amazing and beautiful little
jewels of healing, together in a wonderful atmosphere of friendship.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">And I might add, that making Roller Bottles is a great activity to add to any party, such as a birthday party, wedding shower, craft day, luncheon, or just a "stand alone" Essential Oils Roller Bottle Party, I promise, it'll be a hit.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> If you want to make a roller bottle, </span><span style="font-size: x-large;">I put together an essential oil roller bottle guide in a previous post, which you can read<a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2019/06/diy-essentil-oil-roller-bottle-guide.html"> here,</a> as well as some of my favorite recipes in<a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2019/06/10-of-my-favorite-roller-bottle-recipes_12.html"> another post, here;</a> feel free to check them out.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">If you're thinking about hosting an Essential Oil Roller Bottle Party, read on for a few ideas.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Be prepared to supply enough essential oils, bottles and supplies for each person to create a roller bottle. </span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></li>
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order supplies, allowing time for their specific shipping.
I order my bottles, labels and any other supplies from Amazon and Etsy,
all of which have varied times of delivery. (<i>I don't have any affiliates with any of these, except with the Young Living, but I highlighted some Amazon links just to make it easier to find some of the items).</i> Young Living Oils
take approximately a week, so is best to check and plan accordingly. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Send invitations. Phone call or mail works fine, or create a group event on social media platforms; ask for an RSVP, so you can know how many to plan for.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Decide on a dollar amount needed to create each roller bottle, and mention it in the invitation. I set a small price to cover my expenses of bottles and oils, but you could ask anywhere from $5.00 to </span>$15.00 dollars, depending on your cost. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A Good Variety of Essential Oils</span>:</b> Try to offer a nice variety of <a href="https://www.myyl.com/pamphelps">Essential Oils</a> that are well known favorites, and also what you know will be needed for many of the recipes you will be providing.<b> </b>I buy my essential oils from <a href="https://www.myyl.com/pamphelps">Young Living</a> , because of the quality of their oils and their "seed to seal" commitment. You can find them through my shop on the link above, or under my header if you're interested in them.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>A Good Quality Carrier Oil or Message Oil: </b></span><span style="font-size: x-large;">Such as <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DFRSDXT/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07DFRSDXT&pd_rd_w=SgQEe&pf_rd_p=8a8f3917-7900-4ce8-ad90-adf0d53c0985&pd_rd_wg=EpEqA&pf_rd_r=QPM3ZYW33KH2VZ04FC5C&pd_rd_r=09900e9e-79b8-11e9-8eca-197ff42c4bb5">Fractionated Coconut Oil</a>, Sweet<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sky-Organics-Cold-Pressed-Anti-Aging-Massage-Bath/dp/B01BUP4T6Y/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=organic+carrier+oil+for+essential+oils&qid=1558216951&s=hpc&sr=1-7"> Almond Oil</a> or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/100-Pure-Grapeseed-Oil-Aromatherapy/dp/B07D9VTBK2/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=organic%2Bcarrier%2Boil%2Bfor%2Bessential%2Boils&qid=1558217051&s=hpc&sr=1-5&th=1">Grape Seed Oil</a> . Young Living also makes an excellent message oil with a combination of high quality oils.<b> </b></span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Empty Roller Bottles: </b></span><span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CMVRDXQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?smid=A1QMYY3HE1UP6B&psc=1">Most of mine come from Amazon</a><b> </b>I usually order the 10 ml size, but have also order the little half sizes, to give as gifts.<b><br /></b></span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Small funnels or droppers: </b></span><span style="font-size: x-large;">these are optional for the oils, because most oils have a drip top, allowing good control, but when pouring the carrier oil into the bottle, you will want either a pump top on the bottle, a funnel or a dropper to give you better control when adding to the roller bottle. Many of the roller bottles come with droppers<b>.</b></span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Labels</b>:</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01K190NXI/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A12Q54F4WQ82WW&psc=1">Write in lables</a> or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079H9DLTT/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=ATRSH8JAPJMLE&th=1">Pre-printed</a><b> </b></span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Recipe Cards and Pens:</span> </b>For writing down recipes, as mentioned above.</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>A Carrier to place bottles in while loading with oils:</b></span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> this prevents toppling bottles and wasting oil; believe me, it breaks your heart when you do it, and I have. Many of the roller bottles come in a sponge type block, and you can reuse these when you are loading your bottles with oils, another good idea is a lipstick holder such as what you use to organize cosmetics.</span></span></li>
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Coffee and tea, with cookies or snacks, are always so nice to offer. Having a brunch, lunch or light meal with
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Wait a minute, is this breakfast or dessert? Well, my answer to that, is take your pick. This is definitely a recipe that will make the kids clamor for oatmeal for breakfast. It will also be a dessert or a snack that Mom will love to serve as a wholesome treat for the kids; I baked these up as a snack for a friend and her kids the other day when we had a get together at my house, and they were a big hit. You can make this recipe up in one big 8x8 pan, and cut it in to squares, or scoop it up with a serving spoon, or you can make it like I made this batch, in muffin tins, for individual hand held servings. Either way, they are delicious, comforting, wholesome. and wonderful for a make ahead or on the go breakfast.<br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
2 1/4 cups rolled oats <br />
1/2 cup peanut butter<br />
3 ripe bananas mashed<br />
1 egg <br />
1/4 cup pure maple syrup <br />
1 cup milk of choice ( I used almond milk)<br />
1 tsp ground cinnamon <br />
1 tsp salt <br />
1 tsp baking powder <br />
1 tsp vanilla extract <br />
1 cup chocolate chips<br />
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<li>In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients except the chocolate chips.</li>
<li>Stir and mix until well combined.</li>
<li>Fold in chocolate chips</li>
<li>Scoop batter with 1/3 cup measuring cup and fill muffin tins or pour batter into baking dish.</li>
<li>Bake 20 -25 minutes, until slightly golden brown, and firm in the middle.</li>
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Makes 12-18 muffins or 1 8x8 inch pan.<br />
235 Calories per muffin when making 12 muffins 156 calories per muffin when making 18 muffins<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here's a satisfying cool summer recipe, that can be served up as a hearty, and delicious main course, or a wonderful accompaniment to a barbecue, picnic or potluck. This salad is a man pleaser, and is "Cowboy" approved... but I must say that the girls are going to love it just as much. It reminds me of "comfort food" in a healthy salad format. I used brown rice pasta, and fresh organic ingredients for this and is it ever delicious.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>For Salad:</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">12 ounces macaroni or shell pasta </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 lb ground beef</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 tsp garlic powder,</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">2 tsps onion powder</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Salt and pepper to taste </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 15 oz can pinto beans or black beans</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 cup frozen corn</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">4 green onions, minced</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1/3 of one medium red onion, diced</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 small can green chilies </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 1/2 cups tomatoes, chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">A few pickled Jalapenos for garnish ( or if you like it spicy (which my hubby does, add about 1/4 cup of chopped to the whole salad).</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>For Dressing: </b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 1/2 Cups Green Salsa</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">3/4 cup Sour Cream</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Juice from 1 Lime</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Cook, drain and cool macaroni pasta.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Put ground beef into a medium sized skillet, and season with salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Using medium heat, stir and cook ground beef.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Drain and cool.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">In a small bowl, mix up dressing ingredients, until well blended, and set to the side.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">In a large bowl combine all salad ingredients, and stir to distribute evenly.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Drizzle with the dressing, and mix gently together.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Place in a nice serving bowl, and garnish with fresh chunks of cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and pickled jalepenos </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Serve and enjoy! </span></li>
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Pamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17962395509313703071noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2178466451834973427.post-10676694591793750622019-06-12T19:26:00.000-07:002019-11-13T08:10:18.887-08:0010 of My Favorite Roller Bottle Recipes<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;">These are some of my favorite roller bottle recipes. They are the ones I make over, and over again for my family and I. I also love to give them away as gifts. You can read about how to make an essential oils roller bottle, on this post <span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2019/06/diy-essentil-oil-roller-bottle-guide.html">here</a>;</span> and for a mini essential oil remedy guide, scroll to the bottom of that post I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.</span><b><br /></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Basic Pain Remedy:</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">40 drops Peppermint</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">40 drops Wintergreen</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Top with Carrier Oil </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Pain and Inflammation Relief:</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Copaiba</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Valor</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">40 drops Peppermint</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">40 drops Wintergreen </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Top with Carrier Oil</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Lullaby: </span></b></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">for a good night's sleep</span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">40 drops Cedarwood</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">40 drops Lavender</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Sacred Mountain blend</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Marjoram </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Top with Carrier Oil</span><br />
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<b><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;">Calm: </span></b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> <b>for soothing and calming the emotions</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span></i><b><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Bergamot</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Lavender</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Valor</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> 5 drops Lime</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Top with Carrier Oil</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Inspire: </span><br /> <i><span style="font-size: large;">for energizing and uplifting the emotions</span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">50 drops Grapefruit</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">30 drops Lavender</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">15 drops Release blend</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> 5 drops White Angelica blend</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Top with Carrier Oil</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Happy: </span><br /><i><span style="font-size: large;">for uplifting the emotions</span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">30 drops Bergamot</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">25 drops Orange or Tangerine</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Valor</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops White Angelic</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> 5 drops Highest Potential</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Bloom: </b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Martha's Blend </span><b><br /></b></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;"> for rejuvinating and refreshing</span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Peppermint</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">30 drops Orange</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Tangerine</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Lavender </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Top with Carrier Oil</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Breathe:</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">40 drops Eucalyptus</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Raven</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops RC</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Tea Tree</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Aroma Seize</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Peppermint </span><br />
<b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br />Tummy Aide:</span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Peppermint</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Ginger</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Fennel </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Lavender</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Juniper</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Lemongrass</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">10 drops Patchouli</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Owie Aide</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">30 drops Melaleuca</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">20 drops Lemon</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">5 drops Frankincense </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">25 drops Peppermint</span><br />
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I have been loving essential oils for almost 20 years. We use them all the time around in our home, for healing, emotional support, first-aid, house cleaning and just the pleasure of the scent of them. I have always rubbed them on my body, diffused them, put them in my bath, put them in my tea and my food, but when I learned you could put them in a roller bottle and use them that way... well let me tell you that was the cherry on top! The person that first came up with the essential oil roller bottle, deserves some kind of metal or at least a hug and a thank you from those of us that love them ("Thank you, whoever you are out there that thought these up!") The first time I made essential oils roller bottles, I became addicted, and I think my family did too. Even my husband keeps a close eye on his roller bottles and ask for more when his are empty. The ease of making up a variety of remedies putting them into a bottle, taking them with you anywhere, and rolling them on with ease whenever you want them is what it's all about. </div>
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So, I thought I'd share a quick DIY of how to make them, and I'll share a few of my favorite recipes with you at the end of the post. For this tutorial, I've included some fun little extras, that I have loved adding, such as dried flower petals and gemstone chips. You don't have to put them in of course, but they do add such a beautiful element to the bottle, and I imagine that there is some beneficial aspect to them as well.</div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Roller bottles</span></b></span></li>
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bottles, Carrier Oils, Labels, Flower Petals and Buds, Gemstone Chips
and Recipe Cards can all be ordered from Amazon or Etsy. Look for good
quality and organic ingredients when collecting what you need to go into the
roller bottles; remember what goes onto your skin, is absorbed by your
body through the skin, you want it to be good quality and organic. I use Young Living Essential Oils, and have used them for almost 20 years now. I haven't found anything else that I like as well Young Living Oils, as far as purity and quality. If you are interested in purchasing <a href="https://www.myyl.com/pamphelps">Young Living Oils</a>, click the link <a href="https://www.myyl.com/pamphelps">here</a>, or the link under the "Shop" Tab under my header.</span></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Gather your supplies and ingredients, and place everything on flat workspace.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Choose your label and apply it to the bottle: I like to apply the label first, so that I am applying it onto a clean surface, whereas when applying it at the end, there is sometimes oil on the outside of bottle, and the label may not stick as well.</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Any variety of labels will work nicely; be creative, make it attractive. For some labels, you can write the name of your recipe, and some you can order with the names already printed. I've used all kinds.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">You'll be able to see from this post the variety of bottles that can be found; My eyes light up any time I see a new bottle to try, and have fun collecting various styles, even my daughters have had fun helping me collect them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Adding some lovely natural elements such as </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">gem stones, organic </span>dried flower petals, buds, herbs to your roller bottle really enhances your bottle, adding one more dimension to the roller bottle; the therapy of creating something beautiful.</span></div>
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<b>5.</b> <b>Place the bottle into something that will hold it and keep it from tipping over (optional). Add essential oils.</b><br />
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<b>7. With your carrier oil, fill the bottle to the base of the neck of the bottle.</b><br />
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Oregano, Thyme, Cinnamon, Clove, Lemongrass, Thieves and Exodus are be
best diluted with a carrier oil, because they are considered hot oils,
and can cause a strong warming or heating sensation when applied directly. Using a roller bottle, is a perfect way to pre-blend any oils, as well diluting them to your preference level. Below is a dilution chart, that shows you how many drops make up how much of a percentage of a 10 ML bottle.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>For babies and children 2 to 6 years old:</b> 20 -50 drops essential oils into roller bottle, finished off with carrier oil; this is a 10% to 25% dilution rate.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>For Children 7 to 11 years old:</b> 50- 100 drops essential oils into roller bottle, finished with carrier oil; this is 25%to 50% dilution rate.
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<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>For Hot Oils:</b> 50 - 100 drops essential oils into the roller bottle, finished off with a carrier oil; this is a 25% to 50% dilution rate. </span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: white; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;"> Black Spruce, Lavender, Nutmeg, Frankincense, Geranium, Rosemary, EndoFlex/blend</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #fce5cd; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;">Calm</span><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;">:<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: white; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;">Lavender, Valor/blend</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: white; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;">Bergamot, Chamomile, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: white; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;">Vetiver,</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: white; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">PeaceandCalming/blend,</span> Gentle Baby/blend</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: white; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> </span>Black Spruce, Frankincense, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Spearmint</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Oregano, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Thyme, </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Basil </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Lemon, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Raven/blend, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">R.C. /blend</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Thieves/blend</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Longevity/blend </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>Focus: <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></b></span></span><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Peppermint, Frankincense, Bergamot <b><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Veviter </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Basil</span></span></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"><br /></span></span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;">Hair and Scalp Support: </span></b><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><span style="background-color: white;">Rosemary</span></span><b><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><span style="background-color: white;">, </span></span></b><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><span style="background-color: white;">Sage, Clary Sage, Cedarwood</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Copaiba, Wintergreen, Marjoram, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Valor/blend, Cypress, Black Spruce, Black Pepper</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Dill, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Digize/blend, Lavender, </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">*See dilution chart for babies.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>Headache Relief: </b></span></span><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Peppermint, Wintergreen, Lavender, Chamomile</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: #fce5cd; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Hormone Balance and Support:</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><b>ForMen: </b></span>Sandlewood, </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Thyme, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Mister/blend</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Myrtle</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>Skin Support: </b></span></span><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Lavender, Geranium, Frankincense, Clary Sage, Sacred Sandalwood, Black Spruce,</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #fce5cd; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>Uplifting:</b></span><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Grapefruit, Bergamot,<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Orange, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Tangerine, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Valor/blend</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">White Angelica/blend</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">HighestPotential/blend,</span> Joy/blend, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Ylang Ylang, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Black Spruce</span></span></div>
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<b>Brain Support:</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Frankincense</span></span><br />
Rosemary<br />
Lavender <br />
Bergamot<br />
Peppermint<br />
Clary Sage<br />
Patchouli<br />
Vetiver<br />
Orange<br />
Lemon<br />
Tangerine <br />
Marjoram<br />
Cedarwood<br />
Sandalwood<br />
BrainPower/blend<br />
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<b>Breathe:</b> Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Cypress, Peppermint, Black Spruce</div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><b>Cuts, Scrapes, Bug Bites</b>:</span> Melaleuca </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Tea Tree, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Manuka, Helichrysm, Lavender, Rosemary, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Lemon, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Peppermint</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>Immune Support:</b></span></span><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> Oregano, Thyme, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Basil, </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Clove, Thieves/Blend, Melaleuca, Lemon, Longevity/blend, Frankincense, Black Spruce</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #fce5cd; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>Sleep:<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Cedarwood, Lavender, Valor/blend, Bergamot, Marjoram, Vetiver, Sandlewood, Chamomile</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><b>Weight Loss Support:</b></span> Grapefruit, Cinnamon, Ginger <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Peppermint </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"><span style="background-color: #fce5cd;"><b>Women Hormone Balance and Support :</b></span> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Clary Sage, </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Thyme, <span style="font-size: x-small;">Dragontime/blend, </span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Rose, </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: black; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Lavender, <span style="font-size: x-small;">Progessence/blend</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Myrtle</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">This quick, easy, healthy, delicious, low calorie, low carb, no/low sugar Strawberry Jam has a special ingredient that makes a wonderful no sugar Jam. The ingredient is Chia seed. Chia seeds are</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and protein, and they are also wonderful little thickening agents that don't require cooking, sugar or pectin to create a jelly, jam or pudding. They work, by absorbing liquid and turning them into a thickened jelly or pudding. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The nice thing about this recipe, is that you can adapt it, and leave out the sugar, or add any kind of sweetener in any amount that you like with out worry of ruining the recipe; it is not a fussy recipe, and does not require exact measures to turn out a nice jam. Its a great way to create a low calorie jam, if your trying to watch calories or carbs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Ingredients:</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">2 cups Strawberries, chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">2 Tablespoons Chia Seeds</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Sweetener to taste, such as any of the following: 2 packets (1 teaspoon) Stevia, 2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup, 2 Tablespoons Honey, or 2 Tablespoons Organic Cane Sugar</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Crush and mash the strawberries as they heat, to help release the juices. You can add a couple tablespoons of water, if your strawberries seem to need a little help making juice. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-large;">Once the juices have released, and the strawberries begin to bubble, allow them to simmer about 5 to 10 minutes, (<i>until the strawberries have cooked to your satisfaction</i>) </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">For this batch, I made a double recipe, and filled 3 small jars, but 1 recipe makes 1 1/2 to 2 cups. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Because this recipe has very little sugar, it will not store as long as traditional jam. It stores in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 weeks, so its good to make small batches or, you can double it like I did, and freeze some of it. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> It freezes, nicely, but be sure to leave about an inch of head space when filling the jar for the freezer, to allow for expansion when it freezes. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">I often freeze with the lid off and place the lid on once it has frozen, just to be sure there is plenty of room, and no excess pressure is created with the lid on. </span></li>
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Tangy, creamy, vanilla, custard, goodness, baked in a pie crust....
you'll have a hard time eating only a little of this pie... it is just
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Have you ever made a Buttermilk Pie? When Steve and I were first
married, an old friend of the family asked if I had ever made one. I
had never even heard of Buttermilk Pie, So, no I had never made one. We
had a brief conversation about my limited education of good old fashioned food, and home
cooking, haha. A few days later, this family friend brought me over a sweet gift bag, and one of the gifts in the bag was a
cookbook that had a recipe for Buttermilk Pie in it. I quickly
updated my education, and learned to make it, ha ha; and I wasn't disappointed. I think Pie is my favorite dessert, and I am especially weak when it comes to custard or pudding pies. This one is a slightly tangy, vanilla, custard pie; it is so creamy and comforting, that you might find it addictive. I haven't made one in quite a few years,
but was reminded of it (and that long ago conversation), the other day,
when we were at Cracker Barrel. They were featuring none other than "Buttermilk Pie" as one of their
specials. I decided that it was time to bring out that cookbook, and
make up a Buttermilk Pie for Steve this week, and why not post it here
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>1</b> 9 inch <a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2019/05/perfect-pie-crust.html">unbaked pie crust</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>1</b> 1/2 cups organic, non-GMO, unbleached, sugar, or organic coconut sugar</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>3</b> tablespoons organic, unbleached, all purpose flour </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>1/2 </b>cup butter melted (and cooled)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>1 1/2</b> cup buttermilk</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b>1 </b>teaspoon vanilla</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"> In a medium sized mixing bowl, add together sugar, flour, and stir together.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> Stir in melted butter.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> Add eggs. Whisk together with the sugar mixture.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> Add buttermilk and vanilla. Whisk until well blended </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> Pour the mixture into the unbaked, prepared pie crust.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> Place pie onto a cookie sheet, and into the oven.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> Bake 45 - 55 minutes, until golden brown, and slightly firm (it may still be bit jiggly, but it won't be loose).</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> Cool, then chill.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"> Serve cold. </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is my favorite pie crust recipe. It is tender and flaky, melt in your mouth delicious. It is a recipe given to me many years ago by a
friend who made pies for our small town, local restaurant. I can see
why her pies were very popular. The key to what makes this pie crust so special, is the milk and vinegar mixture that is added, which helps make the crust tender, and flaky, and creates a flavorful crust, perfect for both sweet and savory pies. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">2 cups organic unbleached flour or half whole wheat and half unbleached (plus a little extra for rolling out)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">1/2 tsp salt</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">1 cup shortening (organic palm shortening) or butter</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Place the mixture into the freezer for approximately 5 minutes; it will become slightly frothy. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">In a medium mixing bowl, mix together flour and salt.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Cut in the shortening until it is finely distributed through the flour mixture. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pour
the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir until the mixture holds
together. If your mixture is still too dry to cling together, add a
couple of extra tablespoons of ice water; continue stirring and adding a little water at a time, until all
clings together into a lumpy ball as you stir. Don't knead; you want to
mix and handle as little as possible. Divide the dough and pat into two balls of dough.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Roll each ball out onto a floured
surface. (I like to roll it out onto a piece floured wax paper or
parchment paper). </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Roll the dough out to the size that you desire. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">You can trim the dough for an even edge before or after you place into the pie plate....I have often done it both ways.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Bake according to pie recipe instructions. </span></li>
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German Pancakes also known as Dutch Babies are on the top of my "favorites" list. They are one of the quickest, prettiest and yummiest breakfast meals you can make. For this recipe, I used all-purpose Einkorn Flour instead of wheat flour and they turned out just delicious. Buttery, crispy bottom, creamy, fluffy center, topped with lemon syrup, berries and powdered sugar...mmm so good.<br />
I love the rich yellow color of the Einkorn flour (the color of a wonderful grain loaded with extra nutrition and protein), and it looks so pretty with all of the berries, doesn't it? The syrup is a thin buttery complement to this pancake, and perfect with the addition of fruit and a dusting of powdered sugar.<br />
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Begin by starting the syrup, and it can be simmering while you make the pancake.<br />
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1/2 cup water<br />
Juice from a large fresh lemon <br />
1/2 cup organic cane sugar<br />
1 lemon thinly sliced<br />
4-5 drops lemon essential oil or 1 tsp of grated lemon rind<br />
3 Tablespoons butter <br />
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<li>Place all ingredients, except the butter, including lemon slices, into a small sauce pan.</li>
<li>Bring ingredients to boil.</li>
<li>Simmer 5 minutes.</li>
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<li>Remove lemons and use for garnish.</li>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>For the Einkorn German Pancake</b></span></span><br />
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter<br />
3 large eggs, room temperature<br />
1/2 cup milk, room temperature<br />
1/2 cup all-purpose Einkorn Flour<br />
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt<br />
Berries or fruit <br />
Lemon Syrup<br />
Powdered Sugar for dusting<br />
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<li>Preheat oven to 450°F. (The high temperature oven is important to get the pancake to rise and puff nicely).</li>
<li>Put butter in a 10 inch cast iron skillet, and place in the oven to melt. (Remove from the oven once the butter is melted, before it becomes brown)</li>
<li>While the butter is melting, add the eggs, milk, flour, and salt to a blender, food processor or mixing bowl, (I like how easy a blender works for this.) </li>
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<li>Remove the hot skillet from the oven and place onto the
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<li>Swirl the butter over the skillet, spreading the butter evenly over the bottom of entire pan.</li>
<li>Pour the batter into the skillet and place the skillet back into the oven.</li>
<li>Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until
it has puffed and the edges are golden.</li>
<li>Serve warm, with berries, lemon syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar. </li>
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This delicious chicken and broccoli casserole, covered with creamy, cheesy sauce and topped with the crunchy perfection of homemade croutons, is one of our favorite family recipes. I have been making it since we were first married, (almost 40 years now). It was one of my Mother in Law's recipes, and when Steve and I got married, I quickly learned to make it, and to this day, our kids count it as one of their favorites as well.<br />
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The original recipe calls for Cream of Chicken soup and Mayonnaise, and I have tried variations to try to do away with the Cream of Chicken soup and Mayonnaise combo, but I always seem to go back to the original recipe with "Cream of" soup in it, because of how easy and delicious it is. You can buy organic "cream of soups", if you want to avoid the Cambells version and pick up a healthy mayo as well (I've been using Mayonnaise made with Avocado oil of late, and I am really happy with it). Either way, its a family pleaser, and wonderful to serve up something special for company. For the topping, croutons are the only way to go. If you can make them yourself, they are even better, and in recent years, I simply use fresh sourdough bread cubed and tossed in butter and seasoned with garlic salt, or just drizzle the butter over them once they are on the casserole. They will get crunchy while baking in the oven.</div>
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1. Start by cooking and de-boning a chicken. You will want about 4 cups of cooked, cubed chicken.<br />
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2. Pour two bags of frozen broccoli into a 9X13 rectangular casserole pan or two small casserole pans (I sometimes use two smaller pans and freeze one of the casseroles for another meal).<br />
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Over the years, we have served this dish up with a sweet potato side dish, a salad and rolls and sometimes rice. It seems kind of strange to think to serve it with sweet potatoes, but the flavors have always gone together so well. I think Steve's Mom may have served it that way one time, and we have done it ever since.<br />
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2 cans cream of chicken soup<br />
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<li>In a small mixing bowl, mix together cream of chicken soups, mayonnaise and lemon juice and mix together well.</li>
<li>Spread the mixture over the chicken and broccoli.</li>
<li>Top with cheese and then croutons.</li>
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I have had a lot of fun making Valentines Buckets the last few weeks. I'm calling them "I Love You Buckets". They are just a quick idea for giving gifts or collecting Valentines Cards, but I thought I would share the little "how to" with you, and perhaps it will inspire some fun ideas.</div>
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Bucket (I found some really cute ones at the Dollar Store)</div>
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<li>Using a hot glue gun, glue ribbon or lace around bucket (You can clip an opening through the ribbon where the handle is.</li>
<li>Glue magnets to decorations</li>
<li>Decorate bucket with magnets</li>
<li>Stuff with tissue paper or shredded paper, </li>
<li>Fill with goodies. </li>
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Note: Other than the ribbon and lace, these buckets are all decorated with magnets. <br />
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I had a wheel of Brie cheese left over after Christmas (how is that possible?) that inspired me for a recipe idea for Valentines, and did it ever come out good. Its hard to decide if this should go into the Appetizer, Main Dish or Dessert category in the recipe section, so perhaps you should try it for yourself and let me know what you think, ha ha. There is something very addicting about the sweet, tangy, cheesy, melty, gooey, crispy combination in this recipe, and it is making me hungry to make it again, even as I write this post..... Anyhow, I thought it would make a lovely, romantic treat for Valentines, with the pretty red cherries, and heart cut out, but of course it could be adapted for any special occasion.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Baked Brie and Cherries in Puff Pastry</b></span></div>
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1 large Brie<br />
1-2 Sheets of Puff Pastry ( the extra is for decorating, and is optional... I actually used 1 1/2 sheets for this).<br />
1 Can of Cherry Pie Filling (You will need about 1/2 -3/4 cup)<br />
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<b>Note: These instructions are adapted to make the pastry and the heart that will best display the pretty red cherries through the heart as a special decoration for Valentines Day. You can of course, wrap the pastry up and around the cheese in any variety of ways that seems good to you. </b><br />
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<li>Prepare pastry, by thawing approximately 30-60 minutes before needed (or follow the package instructions).</li>
<li>Unfold the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Using a
lightly floured rolling pin, roll the pastry into a 11 or 12 in rectangle </li>
<li>Place Brie wheel onto a corner of the pastry and cut around Brie to make a circle of pastry underneath. </li>
<li>Place Brie with the pastry still on the bottom onto a cookie sheet lined with Parchment paper. </li>
<li>Roll out and cut remaining pastry in to a large square/rectangle (enough to drape over the top and sides of the Brie). </li>
<li>Using a cookie cutter, cut a heart out of the pastry square and set the heart and the square to the side</li>
<li>Spoon and spread cherry pie filling over the top of the Brie.</li>
<li>Drape the heart cut square of pastry over the top of the cherry topped Brie.</li>
<li>Gently tuck the bottom edge of the pastry slightly under the Brie and pastry circle.</li>
<li>Cut a strip of pastry that is the length of the circumference of the Brie. </li>
<li>Wrap it around the outer edge of the Brie and Pastry. Use a little water to help adhere the pastry edges to each other. ( This is optional, but I did it to make a tidier presentation.</li>
<li>Place the cut heart on top for decoration. </li>
<li>Brush the Brie with melted butter, or with a combination of 1 egg whisked together with 1 Tablespoon of water).</li>
<li>Bake 20 - 25 minutes, or until golden brown.</li>
<li>Serve with fresh fruit, toasted Baguette or crackers.</li>
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You can make a pretty little felt rose in less than five minutes. Use them to make magnets, headbands, or to embellish crafts or home decor. You only need a few supplies.</div>
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<li>1 sheet of felt for the rose (any color you like).</li>
<li>1 sheet of green felt for the leaves.</li>
<li>A circle to use as a pattern, such as a Stencil, Cardboard Ribbon Cover, Jar Lid, or Old CD, any size will work.</li>
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Gun with glue stick (a small one with an extra small nozzle is best
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1. Lay your circle pattern on top of the felt.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of my favorite appetizers, is Crab Rangoon and it is almost always on my order when we go out to eat Chinese food. This dip is amazing, and a perfect way to satisfy the "Crab Rangoon Cravings" ha ha, but it is right from your own kitchen. It is a quick and easy recipe, with no frying at all, because the Won Tons are baked instead of fried, and they take only 5 minutes to bake. The dip is loaded with crab meat, cream cheese, Mozzarella, and is topped with Chili sauce and green onions, and let me tell you, that Chili sauce on the top is so good, you'll be going back for more.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">2 8oz packages of Cream Cheese, softened</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 12 oz package Crab Meat (canned crab meat or imitation crab meat can be used as well).</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1/2 cup Sour Cream </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 small stick Celery minced</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">3 Green Onions, finely chopped (reserve 2 tablespoons)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 teaspoon Soy Sauce</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">1 teaspoon dried Minced Onion</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">1 Package Wonton Wrappers</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Preheat oven to 375 degrees.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, crab meat, Mozzarella, sour cream, minced celery, all but 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions, soy sauce and dried onion.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Mix</span><span style="font-size: large;"> together until well combined.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Spray a medium/small baking dish with cooking spray.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Spread mixture into the baking dish.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Bake 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and lightly brown.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Remove from oven.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Drizzle liberally with Chili Sauce and sprinkle with remaining green onions. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Serve hot with baked Wonton Chips, and a side of extra Chili Sauce.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Place wonton onto a cutting board and cut diagonally.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Place each diagonal onto the cookie sheet, leaving a slight amount of space between them. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Spray the top of them with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt.</span></li>
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I bought some nice "Wild Caught Shrimp" and "Scallops" for New Years Eve. I don't buy seafood very often (probably because we live in the middle of the country, with no accessible fresh seafood), but we have been craving it lately... which I think is due to our Vitamin Sea deficiency, haha . Evidently, I bought much more than 2 people can eat in one night, so it is seafood week here at out house. Tonight I made Seafood Pasta and oh my goodness, it was delicious, you are going to want to make some of this.<br />
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12 ounces Spaghetti and 1 Tablespoon butter or Olive Oil<br />
1 1/2 pounds seafood, such as Shrimp, Scallops, Clams, Crab meat etc.<br />
1 cup White Wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)<br />
1 cup half and half <br />
4 Tablespoons Butter (divided in half)<br />
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil<br />
1 small Onion minced<br />
3 cloves of Garlic, crushed and minced<br />
1 1/2 cups chopped Cherry Tomatoes<br />
1/8 cup chopped Parsley<br />
1/ 8 cup minced Green Onion<br />
1/4 cup Parmesan<br />
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<li>Cook Spaghetti according to package instructions until just almost al dente. Drain and place back into pot with 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil; stir, cover and set to the side.</li>
<li>In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter with the olive oil. Add the shrimp and
scallops. Brown and cook approximately 2 minutes per side, then
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<li>Add remaining butter, onion and garlic to the skillet cook and stir until soft.</li>
<li>Add tomatoes, and saute lightly</li>
<li>Add wine and most of the parsely.</li>
<li>Simmer about 3 minutes more, then return shrimp, scallops and add the clams or crab meat
toss until combined.</li>
<li>Season with salt and pepper.<b><br /></b></li>
<li>Stir in the Half and Half and Parmesan<b> </b>Cheese<b>. </b></li>
<li>Add Spaghetti, and stir to combine.</li>
<li>Transfer to a serving dish or dish into bowls.</li>
<li>Top with Green Onions, remaining Parsley and Parmesan Cheese</li>
<li>Enjoy! <b><br /></b></li>
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Have you sometimes wondered what to do with that left-over Cranberry Sauce beyond smearing it on the very important turkey sandwich on white bread, with mayonnaise and potato chips, (which is is a must, in my opinion), but what about after that? Well let me tell you<span style="font-size: large;">; </span>crispy sourdough waffles, smothered in <a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2018/12/cranberry-orange-sauce-with-essential.html">Cranberry Orange Sauce</a> are the answer. We unanimously "mmmed", "oohed" and "ahhed" over this combination. The tangy cranberry pairs so well with the "Sour" in the Sourdough Waffles, that it seems just flat to eat the waffles without the sauce... and now that the Cranberry Orange Sauce is all gone, but the waffles still remain in the freezer, I am considering making another batch of the sauce, so that the waffles don't seem flat... haha. But all that to say, "you're really gonna like these, so you gotta give this a try".<br />
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This sourdough waffle recipe is a recipe that my daughters have often made during their visits here. The recipe is an adaptation from<a href="https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/246917/sams-sourdough-waffles/?internalSource=hub%20recipe&referringContentType=Search&clickId=cardslot%202"> All-Recipe's "Sam's Sourdough Waffles" Recipe</a>, and it is delicious. The waffles are crisp outside, fluffy inside, with a wonderful flavor, and are perfect eaten fresh, or frozen and re-toasted. We have a whole batch in the freezer right now, and have been enjoying them all week... with the <a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2018/12/cranberry-orange-sauce-with-essential.html">Cranberry Orange Sauce, </a>of course. <br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">2 cups Einkorn, Spelt, or Organic All-Purpose Flour </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">1 1/2 cups Water </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">1 cup Sour Dough Starter </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">1/2 cup Cooking Oil (my favorite is Avocado Oil) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">2 Eggs </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">2 Tablespoons Coconut Sugar or Organic Non GMO Cane Sugar </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">2 teaspoons Himalayan Salt </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">1 Tablespoon water </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">1 teaspoon Baking Soda </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">1 cup <a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2018/12/cranberry-orange-sauce-with-essential.html">Cranberry Orange Sauce</a> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">2 Tablespoons Water </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Organic Powdered Sugar for dusting </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Oranges or Mandarins for Garnish</span></li>
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loosely with plastic wrap or paper towel and let sit in a warm place</span><span class="recipe-directions__list--item" style="font-size: large;"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item"> 4 -12 hours</span>.</span></li>
<li><span class="recipe-directions__list--item" style="font-size: large;">Once the batter has been sitting 4 -12 hours, and is bubbly, add</span><span class="recipe-directions__list--item" style="font-size: large;"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item"> oil, eggs, sugar, and salt; mix well to combine. </span></span></li>
<li><span class="recipe-directions__list--item" style="font-size: large;"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item">Whisk 1 tablespoon water and baking soda together in a small bowl until dissolved. Fold into the batter with a rubber spatula. </span></span></span></li>
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<li><span class="recipe-directions__list--item" style="font-size: large;"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item">Heat until warm and well combined.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span class="recipe-directions__list--item" style="font-size: large;"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item">Spoon hot over hot, buttered waffles</span></span></span></li>
<li><span class="recipe-directions__list--item" style="font-size: large;"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item"><span class="recipe-directions__list--item">Dust with powdered sugar </span></span></span></li>
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There is something very special about the traditions of Christmas that make it such an important part of each year. Treasured memories of our Christmas's when we were kids, are part of what we long to give to our own kids, and the joy of friendship and fellowship is sweetened by the memories we make as we celebrate in some way together through the Christmas Season. This year, one of our daughters and her family are with us for Christmas, and as we do each time we get together with our grown kids and grandkids, we search our memory for the list of traditions, so that we might enjoy some of them again with them, and to add to the sweet memories to our life album. I enjoy the "thought process" of deciding what we are going to do each time. Planning is part of the fun isn't it?<br />
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So I'm sharing my list with you guys, and I would love to hear some of your list, if you get a chance to leave a comment. We (or those very close to us) have done most of the things on this list at one time or another, You may already do many of these things, but you may find a new idea that you and your family would want to try. Let creativity add joy and meaning to your Christmas Season, and enjoy the sweet moments with Jesus, and your family... and in case I don't get the chance to tell you later, "Merry Christmas".<br />
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<li><b>Have a "homemade only" Christmas. </b>Sometimes it is fun to declare a
"Homemade Christmas Rule" for Christmas gift giving. Tell everyone that "we will only be exchanging gifts that each person has made themselves". It could be something they sew, something crafted, a wood project, a metal project, something from the kitchen, something planted and potted in potting soil, or even a coupon book of services, but it has to be put together by hand. Creative people will love doing this, but non-creative people may not like it or they may even resist it at first, but once they find some interesting way to create a gift, they will surprise themselves and find that they have had fun in the process. The kids or grandkids will love to make gifts that are not only loved and treasured by their parents and grandparents, but will love the memories they make when they are creating with you or for you. Making homemade presents is something Steve and I have done since we were first married, and it has carried on through our grown children; even as I write this, my daughter is downstairs sewing a wonderful cozy (but "manly") blanket for her husband, lol.</li>
<li><b>Put out<a href="https://www.reference.com/holidays-celebrations/christmas-luminaries-32c9451530ccebfe"> <span style="font-size: large;">Luminaries</span></a>: </b>When I was growing up, in Arizona, our entire neighborhood put luminaries in their driveway, walkway, and side walk. It was beautiful, and Christmas Eve wasn't complete without a drive through the entire neighborhood to see the luminaries. Steve and I both have these memories, because he lived in the same neighborhood. You can make luminaries with ordinary paper lunch bags, a little sand and small candles. Click the link above for a visual.</li>
<li><b>Take a drive to see the lights: </b>Like I mentioned above, as kids, we loved going for a drive on Christmas Eve, to see the Luminaries, but it is also fun to do it for any Christmas light display, and the kids will look forward to the tradition of it.</li>
<li><b>Watch a favorite Christmas movie: </b>I still love to watch all of the Kids Christmas movies and cartoons, such as "Charlie Brown" or "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer", but our family favorite tradition is to watch "Its a Wonderful Life", and we watch it every year in our "comfy cozies", with blankets, cocoa and popcorn.<br /><b></b></li>
<li><b>Open One present on Christmas Eve</b>. Some people are "Christmas Eve Openers", and Some People are "Christmas Morning Openers". We have always been "Christmas Morning Openers", but it was always fun to let the kids open one present on Christmas Eve. Are you a Christmas Eve, or Christmas Morning opener?</li>
<li><b>Give Christmas Eve Jammies: </b>For most of the years when the kids and Grandkids were/are young, we have loved giving Christmas Eve Jammies. I like it because they have their new Jammies to wear to bed on Christmas Eve, and wake up in on Christmas Morning. They seem to look forward to it as well, and most often it has become the "One Present" that I mentioned in #5 above that gets opened on Christmas Eve.<b><br /></b></li>
<li><b>Make a Traditional Christmas Eve meal into something special;</b><a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2015/12/christmas-eve-dinner-ideas.html"> <span style="font-size: large;">such as</span></a> ethnic food, for example, Mexican, Tamales, Christmas Ravioli, Pierogies, Cabbage Roll, Eggrolls etc and talk about how people all over the world are celebrating the birth of Jesus, or try something light and easy such as a finger food meal, or soup, and enjoy a restful and peaceful Christmas Eve. Christmas Day dinner usually consists of Turkey, Ham, Goose, or Roast, with all the fixings, but Christmas Eve dinner is a fun time to change up a few things and add a meaningful diversity to some of our holiday traditions.</li>
<li><b>Make cookie trays or baked goods for neighbors and friends</b>: For many years, we have made cookie trays for neighbors and a few friends that live close by. If time allows, we will deliver the trays on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, We also have a friend in town, who does the same for us, and will often drive all the way out to our house bringing a most amazing cookie tray. It is such a treat to get that tray, and also to deliver something similar to others; it really blesses us to do it. On some occasions, we have made Cinnamon Rolls, or Bread, and it is always a super blessing to our neighbors, as well as ourselves. It is moment to love and fellowship when we may not have a lot of time through the year to do so, and is a heart warmer to all.</li>
<li><b>Fill shoe boxes or baskets for those in need, or adopt a family from church or ministry to share Christmas with: </b>Samaritan's Purse is a Ministry, that in addition helping people in all countries of the world during crisis situations, also provides Christmas boxes for children in need, all over the world. They invite any of us to help in that ministry by filling and sending them shoeboxes full of little gifts for a girl or boy. My oldest son works for Samaritan's purse in all of its various aspects of ministry. He has made some of the Shoe Box Ministry videos...including<a href="https://video.samaritanspurse.org/the-journey-of-a-shoebox-animated/?fbclid=IwAR06Qmwq1KKzvbMCuRhe7-NohCTz27pKVKRXtCUq1oSJliCMgI2seooqbEk"> <span style="font-size: large;">this one,</span></a> which is my favorite, because my grand daughter and daughter in law and her sister are in it (my little granddaughter is the one receiving the shoe boxes in the video... can you hear my buttons busting). Anyhow, it is a great way to get involved and you can click<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><a href="https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/pack-a-shoe-box/"><span style="font-size: large;">here for the "How to</span>"</a> aspect if you are interested. In Past years, our church has also put together ministries that allows anyone in church to sign up and adopt another family for Christmas. Families that are struggling to make ends meet can sign up for the program, and are then put together with families who want to help. Our whole family has been a part of that. It is very rewarding to see the faces of those children when you bring Christmas to them.</li>
<li><b>Create a special day during the Christmas season, to celebrate with family or friends</b> that you won't be able to be with on Christmas day, but would still like to celebrate with in some way. In years gone by, we have had an early Christmas with some sides of our family, when we knew we wouldn't be able to be together on Christmas. It made us feel as if we were able to have a double blessing this way.</li>
<li><b>Have a Christmas Tea party: </b>Some of my friends and I and our daughters have<span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="https://treasureinanearthenvessel.blogspot.com/2012/12/christmas-tea.html">done</a></span> this almost every year, for either Christmas or Valentines. It is a highlight of the year to me.<b><br /></b></li>
<li><b>Celebrate advent: Start December off by creating some advent traditions with your family. </b>I love some of<a href="https://www.countryliving.com/diy-crafts/tips/g2151/advent-calendars/"> <span style="font-size: large;">these</span> </a>ideas.<b><br /></b></li>
<li><b>Read the Christmas Story aloud to your family:</b> We like to do this every Christmas Eve; Steve is the one who usually reads it to us. It is a special treat, that helps us remembering what Christmas is all about.<br /><b></b></li>
<li><b>Make Birthday Cards for Jesus: </b> My dear friend Barbara started this tradition years ago, and has been doing it ever since. She and her family get together on Christmas Eve, and among the rest of their Christmas Eve activities, they make these cards. I have always wanted to try it, because of the joy that they have had doing it every year.</li>
<li><b>Invite those that are alone to your Christmas Day celebration. </b>Some of the hardest times of the year can be Christmas time and the Holidays, to those who have lost loved ones. Even when all of our children have left home, it can be lonely during the holidays. I know for us, we have experienced loneliness when our children have moved away. We have been so grateful to the open invitation of friends, during those various holidays, and have always tried to remember others who are alone during the holidays, and invite them to share the day with us. </li>
<li><b>Make Christmas Ornaments with the Kids: </b>We love to do this in our home, but we have also loved being a part of the various Church and Homeschool Groups over the years that have provided a craft or ornament making day for the kids. Those days have always been a highlight for the kids and for us, and we have a wonderful collection of all that they have made over the years.</li>
<li><b>Have Communion on Christmas Eve: </b>A wonderful way to keep "Christ" in "Christmas", is to serve and participate in "Communion" on Christmas Eve. Not only do we celebrate Jesus's birth on Christmas, but also we remember His life and death which was offered to us and is the greatest gift of all.</li>
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However you make traditions every year, and in whatever way you celebrate, May your Christmas be merry and bright, and May you have a very blessed New Year. </div>
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I've been wanting to post this recipe for some time, and now I'm finally getting to it. I love the addition of orange to any cranberry sauce, and this recipe is especially good, with the addition of Mandarin oranges, orange rind, orange juice, and orange or tangerine essential oils. The essential oils really add a pop of flavor that once you try it, you won't want to make it without it. I served this up last night with a roasted Chicken, and it was just delicious.<br />
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1 12ounce package fresh cranberries<br />
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1/2 cup maple syrup<br />
1/2 cup organic sugar<br />
1/2 cup orange juice<br />
1 Tablespoon grated orange rind (reserve a little for garnish)<br />
10-15 drops orange or tangerine essential oils<br />
1 25 ounce can Mandarin Oranges (no sugar variety), (reserves a few for garnish).<br />
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<li>Add Mandarin oranges, and gently stir until evenly mixed (stirring gently will help to keep them as whole pieces. </li>
<li>Pour into a serving dish and garnish with Mandarin orange pieces and grated orange rind. </li>
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Delicious with meat dishes, or use like a jam, or a topping for waffles or pancakes, toast, rolls, etc and of course perfect with Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. <br />
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Pamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17962395509313703071noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2178466451834973427.post-29222891250657564972018-12-14T13:25:00.002-08:002018-12-14T13:57:22.718-08:00Make a Lighted Topiary<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Lighted Topiary Trees brighten the house in any season. I created this one as a "winter topiary", that is really nice to keep out and lit all through the winter season, to create a cozy cheery atmosphere in your home, even when the Christmas tree has come and gone. Today I am posting a link to my Skillshare class "How to make a Lighted Topiary", for any one who is interested in the class. Have fun you guys. </div>
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