Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 03.06.2026

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Low Histamine Recipes to Enjoy. With February Updates!

Like every family our there, we have a lot going on! In our case it is homesteading with gardening, tending to the chickens and of course the land. Add in learning about our new home state of Texas, and exploring all that we can when we have open time. As well as time with family, and getting ready for the next celebration, because there will be one!  Here recently I have had to add something else...a Low Histamine eating plan. 

Creamy Cucumber Salad with Pickled Red Onions.

Our first crop to harvest from the garden was cucumbers. And while I have never been one to eat lots and lots of cucumbers, this Creamy Cucumber Salad with Pickled Onions is a new favorite! So much so, I recently replanted the cucumber bed...it's a funny thing, but fresh cukes from the garden are the best!

Josey Baker Bread for What Did You Read This Month Linky #20!

Welcome to the What Did You Read This Month? Book Review Linky, a monthly sharing link-up for books! Books of all kinds, romance, suspense, DIY, and my personal favorite, cookbooks! Personally I couldn't be happier that books are once again, back in fashion! 

And a great way to keep them front and center is to share a review of what you have read, if and how you enjoyed it, and if you would recommend that book to a friend! Oh and a story or two of how you came to own or stumbled upon the book would also be fun...because the human connection to a book is just as important! Since books are for everyone, let's all enjoy them, once again!

Chicken and Barley Skillet Meal, a dinner idea!

Cooking almost every meal we eat, is my usual kitchen style. Often requiring a bit of creative license to use what we have on hand in the pantry. When eating dinner, my husband will often turn to me and say, "are you going to blog this?” That is how a dinner idea came to be...not always a recipe, but too good, not to share.

Today we have Chicken and Barley Skillet Dinner. 

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #400! Come and celebrate with us!

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! 

We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

In My Homestead Kitchen March 2026, looking back on February

February brought us some challenges and most of them interfered with time in the kitchen...Not that I didn't cook each day, because I did. But recipe development for new to enjoy recipes, was practically a non-event! Let me explain...as we join Sherry for In My Kitchen!

Because I Have A Cold, 20 Minute Stroup!

I had mentioned in my last post that not much had gotten done in my kitchen this month. Well not much in the way of recipe development anyway! I still cooked everyday, and started a few recipes for development, but they did not reach a, ready to share point. Why? Because of this recipe (honestly calling it an actual recipe is taking a bit of liberty...) for Because I Have A Cold, 20 Minute Stroup...yep, we both after many years, came down with a cold. 

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 02.27.2026

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Maple and Cinnamon Stewed Apple Chunks, a slow cooker recipe.

Maple and Cinnamon Stewed Apple Chunks is simply a riff on Honey Stewed Apple Chunks. Why? One of the easiest ways to be prepared in the kitchen is to take your favorite recipes and remake them with small but delicious variations in the ingredients. Like this offering of Maple and Cinnamon Stewed Apple Chunks. Another delicious way to use up those apples in the fridge...

Traditional Irish Champs.

It is said that the whole world is Irish on Saints Patrick's day, but if my own family legends are to be believed, I am Irish the year round! Come and take a look at Champs, traditional Irish mashed potatoes!

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #399

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We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

Brown Rice Raisin Bread.

Calling all bread bakers! This Brown Rice Raisin Bread is moist, springy, and light-textured. Even made with 100% whole wheat flour. Plus it is the perfect use for that last bit of leftover cooked brown rice or quinoa...

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 02.20.2026

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Pleasing Peach Cobbler

Pleasing Peach Cobbler, canned peaches never tasted so good! You will probably be be making this again and again...with no complaints along the way. 

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #398

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We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

Beef Stew from Provence, a pressure cooker recipe

Beef Stew from Provence is rich with flavor from red wine, bay leaves, and thyme. You will let the beef rest in the red wine marinade, so feel free to start this dish one day and cook it the next! The orange zest and black olives round out the flavors and are not to be missed!  

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 02.13.2026

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Of Artichokes With a Savory Sauce.

One of the easiest ways to make any meal memorable is to offer a starter course.  It is a special way to begin any meal. Nothing that takes all day, or is complicated. Something light, enjoyable, and delicious! This brings us to Of Artichokes with a Savory Sauce...one of our favorite starters!

Easy to Make, Seed Starter Pots from Cardboard Cores. And a tip or two...

We are getting a head start on a few gardening chores while we wait out this cold front! One task we accomplished was making Seed Starter Pots from Cardboard Cores. The first thing I need to say about this process is, I will never throw a cardboard core away, ever again! Come and take a look...

Naturally Red Suggestions for Your Valentine's Day Dinner.

Whether you celebrate with just the two of you or the whole family around the table, we offer a delicious selection of natural, colored by nature, red food recipes that everyone will love! 

Dine together, eat well and celebrate with beautiful food!

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #397

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We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

Easy to Make Chocolate Mug Cake!

Everything old becomes new again! I have to say, regarding recipes, cooking styles or even kitchen management, no other phrase is more true!  Come and take a look at our Easy to Make Chocolate Mug Cake, the perfect solution for dessert on demand!

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 02.06.2026

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

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Easy and Delicious Beef and Vegetable Soup.

Don't forget dinner! Speaking for myself, I have, especially on busy days. And gosh that really throws a wrench into the end of the day. Easy and Delicious Beef and Vegetable Soup will help on the busy days ahead, with dinner for today, and a carton of soup to put in the freezer for your next busy day...

The Joy of Jams, Jellies, and other Sweet Preserves for What Did You Read This Month Linky #19

Welcome to the What Did You Read This Month? Book Review Linky, a monthly sharing link-up for books! Books of all kinds, romance, suspense, DIY, and my favorite cookbooks! Personally I couldn't be happier that books are once again, back in fashion! 

And a great way to keep them front and center is to share a review of what you have read, if and how you enjoyed it, and if you would recommend that book to a friend! Oh and a story or two of how you came to own or stumbled upon the book would also be fun...because the human connection to a book is just as important! Since books are for everyone, let's all enjoy them, once again!

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #396

 Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! 

We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

In My Homestead Kitchen February, looking back on January 2026.

Happy February one and all! I will start off with this first fact complaint. January was a cold one, this year! Not every day, but often for a week or more at a time. We even got a skiff of snow!  We don't have a lot of cold winter weather routinely in Texas. When it visits, I instantly remember why I moved away from Wyoming! But all that cold weather did help me concentrate on a lot more kitchen activities. Which I am pleased to share, as we join Sherry for In My Kitchen! 

Powered Up Honey Almond Granola.

I have been eating my Powered Up Oatmeal for a couple of months now. But in all honesty I was missing the occasional bowl of granola. And since breakfast is quite important to me, I decided there was only one thing to do. Develop a granola recipe using the powered up method! Welcome to Powered Up Honey Almond Granola.

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 01.30.2026

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Cauliflower and Potato Soup, another delicious sipping soup to enjoy!

Having soup in the freezer is one of the best investments of your time. Especially a soup this easy. Come and take a look at Cauliflower and Potato Soup, another sipping soup to enjoy. 

What's in Your Crisper Drawer,? Let's talk green onions...

One of the easiest ways to be prepared, is sliced green onions AKA scallions, in your freezer! I keep these around for convenience, flavor and nutrition. Come and take a look at this quick and easy process! Another great way to be prepared in your kitchen and reduce waste.

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #395

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We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

Mary's Garbanzo Bean Salad.

Mary's Garbanzo Bean Salad showed up on our Sunday dinner table from time to time! It was delicious, easy to make and full of nutrition. Come and take a peak of this easy to make high fiber, along with good nutrition, bean salad. 

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot January 23, 2026

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

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Our Favorite Faux Pho!

Looking for a festive and delicious bowl of soup for dinner?! Something light yet filling? A dinner that won't break the bank? Why not try a big beautiful bowl of Pho? Come and take a look at this easy version we like to call Our Favorite Faux Pho! You are going to love the creativity you can bring to the dinner table...

Traditional Meat Loaf, Low Histamine Style!

This is the meat loaf I developed when we had dinner with the kids over the weekend. While all of the food I cook for my own low histamine needs is nutritious and delicious, I still wanted a traditional meal loaf I could bake and serve, that was also made in the traditional way! Come and take a look at Traditional Meat Loaf, Low Histamine Style. This just might be your new favorite meat loaf!

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #394!

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We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 01.16.2026

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How to Cook Barley in Your IP/Pressure Cooker A traditional soaked method.

What do you do in your kitchen when prepping ahead? Added this week to our list of prepped ahead foods in the pantry is this cooked barley. Come and see how easy it is to have cooked and ready to go packages of barley in your freezer! Because easy to cook food, is the food we enjoy the most....

Honey Stewed Apple Chunks. A slow cooker recipe.

Coming up with the introduction to this recipe was difficult. Why? How can you say that stewed anything is the way to go for real food, made ahead, and ready when you are? Without screaming boring, or old fashioned? Well actually you can't. Which turns out to be a good thing, because delicious food, made ahead is the perfect old fashioned still available in our modern world. And exactly what you need to do! Come and take a look at Honey Stewed Apple Chunks...

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #393

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We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

Honey Almond Granola Bites!

Let's talk snacks! But let's add in a bit about real life, true hunger and that a snack should (nutritionally speaking) be an extension of your last meal or possible the upcoming meal. Why? Because each day should be nourishing, keep us satisfied and deliver protein, fiber, good fats and yes, some great flavor! How about these Honey Almond Granola Bites? Because they do deliver...

Weekend Traffic Jam Weekend 01.09.2026

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Fix Freeze and Feast for, What Did You Read This Month Book Review Linky!

Welcome to the What Did You Read This Month? Book Review Linky, a monthly sharing link-up for books! Personally I couldn't be happier that books are once again, back in fashion! 

And a great way to keep them front and center is to share a review of what you have read, if and how you enjoyed it, and if you would recommend that book to a friend! Oh and a story or two of how you came to own or stumbled upon the book would also be fun...because the human element of reading is just as important! Since books are for everyone, let's all enjoy them, once again!

Twice Baked Scalloped Potatoes.

Twice Baked Scalloped Potatoes, just might be our new favorite scalloped potato dish. Why? Because this pan of twice baked potatoes is bathed in a creamy sauce that is cooked right in the pan while everything bakes together in the oven. And then served with a touch of sour cream and bacon crumbles...

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #392

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! 

We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

How to Make Powered Up Oatmeal. Higher in protein and fiber!

Oatmeal seems to get a bad rap here lately. But a well crafted bowl of oats is a healthy breakfast that won't break the bank! If you are a member of camp oatmeal, come and take a look at this higher fiber, higher protein bowl of oats. It just might become your new favorite!

In My Homestead Kitchen January, looking back on December 2025

December was long and short all at the same time. Long because we had two cold snaps where the temperatures dropped below freezing, and stayed there for three days. And short because at the last minute before Christmas I realized I had not gotten everything I had planned to do, done...as we join Sherry for In My Kitchen!

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 01.02.2026

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