Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Heather says: It’s probably been at least five years since I’ve had Cinnabon cinnamon rolls. I’m drooling just thinking about it, but there aren’t any in our area and I never seem to remember while I’m traveling. These cinnamon rolls come pretty stinkin’ close. If you want to match their decadence you’ll have to increase …

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Collard Greens, Vegetarian Style

Vegetarian Collards Recipe. These have a kick! They are peppery and wonderful, something I never thought would be possible without sausage or bacon, but as of last night I know it can be done.

Heather says: These collards have a kick! They are peppery and wonderful, something I never thought would be possible without sausage or bacon, but as of last night I know it can be done. This recipe is adapted from the Lee Bros. Southern Cookbook, a birthday gift from last year. Their version is called Sneaky …

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The Sunday Confessional 9/6

Heather says: I had grand plans of using this weekend to get ahead, to work towards my goal of having several posts in a cache. Reality has hit home, along with a virus in the kids. We’ll keep plugging along as we always do, but I’m giving myself permission to take today off. That’s a …

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Site Admin Saturday

Heather says: I’ve added a reader poll to the sidebar. I’ve had requests for both variations, so I’ll go with the majority. Second item of business, I’m now taking recipe requests. What recipes are you looking for? Feel free to be specific, but before making your request, be sure to check out the index and …

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Budget Buys Meet the Pantry Clean Out

The following is a guest post from Dr. Alice of Feet First. Dr. Alice says: When it comes to meal preparation and food storage, I’m an unabashed fan of cans. Being single with a busy work schedule means that my meal planning skills are not all they could be, and having a repertoire of quick …

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Psst

Heather says: Ask and ye shall receive. There is now a functional print feature. Look below the post, beside the StumbleUpon button. Nifty.

Curb Clutter, A Quick tip

quick tip to curb clutter at your house

Heather says: Remember last week’s Put Your Crap Away? It’s about as close to a magic pill as a person can find. If you work outside the home, it won’t be as intensive a process. Get ready to go a few minutes early. Then just before you leave, take a walk through the main living area. …

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On the Merits of Being a Part-Time Vegetarian

*Note from Heather* The links to the suggested cookbooks are affiliate links, if you’d like you can learn about Amazon’s affiliate program here. After learning the final cost for the consumer was the same, I allowed their inclusion in this post. Guest posting is a new feature here at the Home-Ec 101 community and I hope …

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Ask the Audience: Reader Poll

Heather says: First of all, I want to thank everyone for their patience over the last week as I messed with the commenting system. It’s not perfect, but I’ve now installed Intense Debate, which seems to be less buggy than the previous system. We’ll get there. Some of you may be wondering why I’m messing …

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Rosemary’s Garden

The following is a guest post from Aunt B. of Tiny Cat Pants. Guest posting is a new feature here at the Home-Ec 101 community and I hope that all of you are welcoming to those who have volunteered their time and energy with their contributions. I am deeply grateful. Aunt B says: So, I’ve …

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