Are you having trouble falling asleep and staying asleep because of thoughts swirling around your head. Try picturing your thoughts as fluffy clouds and watch them float away. This technique wrks better than simply trying not to think about them. While your eyes are closed allow the thought to be fully enveloped by the fluffy cloud and watch it float into the sky.
You may have to practice this technique but stick with it because it will help your mind and body relax and allow you to drift to sleep.
Do not be hard on yourself. Relaxation takes practice and it is not easy for us to turn off stressful thoughts.
Don’t leave all the cooking until Thanksgiving. This gravy recipe is so flavorful and easy. No giblets required.
In 15 minutes you can have delicious turkey gravy. Make it a couple of days ahead of time to make Thanksgiving day easier. I prefer this to making gravy with turkey drippings because it is less greasy and so flavorful. Make sure you use a good quality turkey or chicken bone broth. Adding a bouquet garni of thyme, rosemary, sage and bay leaf creates a delicious balance of herbs in the gravy. To make the bouquet garni you will wrap the herbs in a double layer of cheesecloth and tie with cooking twine. After the gravy has thickened, remove from heat and add the bouquet garni to the gravy. Let steep for 10 minutes and then remove from gravy and discard.
This gravy can also be made with chicken broth and used throughout the year, not just on Thanksgiving.
Replace red meat with turkey in this tasty, healthy recipe
This turkey and bean chili will spice up your game day or any day of the week. Make it ahead and warm turkey chili up whenever you crave a warm satisfying meal. Serve it over tortilla chips and top wth cheddar cheese, sour cream and guacamole for delicious nachos.
Turkey chili is a great, simple dish that you can make ahead of time. The recipe comes together very easily and then you just let it simmer on the stove.The addition of two different kind of beans makes turkey chili more interesting and flavorful. I especially like to make this dish on Sunday afternoons when we are gathered around watching football. Chili always reminds me of Fall and cozy days at home.
You can adjust the seasonings to suit your level of spiciness. One thing to note is the type of chili powder you are using. Dark chili powder is smokier and uses dark colored peppers like ancho or chipotle. Light chili powder will be more mild. I like to use dark chili powder in this recipe because chili requires a depth of spiciness. If you only have light chili powder add an extra tablespoon to achieve more spice.
Turkey chili will keep for 5 days in the refrigerator or 2 months in the freezer. You can serve turkey chili with whole wheat or flour tortilla or over rice. I like to top turkey chili with fresh grated sharp cheddar cheese, avocado and sour cream. You can also add chopped cilantro if you like.
Please let me know if you tried this recipe. xo, Jenn
This pear tart comes together so quickly and is absolutely delicious and healthy. Whenever I make it at home you can smell the warm scent of the cinnamon and pears throughout the house. It smells like Fall and tantalizes your senses waiting to take a bite. The homemade graham cracker crust is easy to make and is so much better than a store bought crust. It is easy to make this pear tart a few hours ahead of time then pop it back in the oven to reheat and serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Any pears will do but it is better if they are not overly ripe. The pears should be slightly firm. I prefer to use Bartlett pears. There is no need to peel them, it tastes great with the skin on.
Try making this tart for Thanksgiving or any day you want a delicious treat. Pears are perfect in Fall, so why not try this pear tart today.
Quinoa is considered healthier than rice because it is a complete protein and full of fiber and vitamins. Quinoa has a tender bite to it and is a very versatile grain. Quinoa is also very easy to prepare and stores well in the refrigerator. Quinoa makes a great side and is also perfect tossed into arugula salad with some fresh feta cheese sprinkled on top. I make quinoa using chicken broth but vegetable broth is also perfect if you would like to keep the quinoa vegetarian.
Follow these easy steps to make perfectly fluffy quinoa. Quinoa is simple to make and so versatile. Try adding more vegetables to this quinoa recipe to make it a hearty vegetarian meal. Perfect for lunch or dinner. I would love to hear your feedback on ways you have used this quinoa recipe.
