In part one of this series, we talked about decluttering in general along with how to get organized in the kitchen. I deal with physical clutter in several ways, but the number one tool in my arsenal is three ring binders followed by plastic pocket dividers.
Notes From the Kitchen
Are You an Organization Junkie, Or Do You Need Help From One?
January is National Organization Month and it may just be my favorite designated month of all. I am an organization junkie and after the stuff that accumulates before and after the holidays, I love clearing things out and getting organized for the new year. Since so many people are motivated to clear out the clutter and get organized at this time of year, I thought it would be a good time to post some ideas with regard to saving time and money while getting organized.
Turkey Frame Soup
That turkey carcass leftover from your holiday meal is treasure, not trash! The frame from your turkey (or chicken) makes the most delicious broth you have ever tasted. Simply put the bones (and skin if you have any) into your slow cooker and cover it with water. Let it simmer overnight and in the morning you will have the base for a delicious soup.
Free Christmas Dinner Menu Plans
Pretty Storage Jars with Chalkboard Paint
Several years ago, I found really nice quart and half gallon glass jars at Dollar General for $12.50 and $2 each, respectively. I bought a bunch of them and have used them to store rice, dried beans, pasta, and just about anything else. Recently I decided that it would be nice to be able to label the jars since it’s hard to distinguish one type of rice from another without close examination. With that in mind, I remembered the chalkboard paint that I had used to create a chalkboard in my girls’ room years ago. I didn’t know if it would work on glass, but I saw a link on Pinterest that made me think it would, and it did.
Portable Salad in a Jar
Free Thanksgiving Menu Plans
Are you hosting Thanksgiving dinner? Whether you need to add a couple of dishes to add to your menu or you need the whole menu planned, our FREE Thanksgiving menus can help. We are giving away both the Frugal Mom Thanksgiving Menu and the Busy Mom Thanksgiving Menu plans and we also have a gluten-free casein-free holiday menu that can be used for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
French Provencial Chicken
This recipe is inspired by David Lebovitz’ Roast Chicken with Caramelized Shallots. With just a few ingredients and little preparation, it is simple yet delicious. I chose skinless, boneless breasts to keep the dish low fat but you may use any kind of chicken you wish.
Baked Potato Soup
It is starting to cool off with pleasant days and chilly nights – the perfect time for hearty soups and stews. Baked Potato Soup is one of our most requested recipes – it’s creamy and rich with the perfect balance of flavors. It’s a good way to use planned leftovers as well; have baked potatoes during the week and simmer a pot of this satisfying soup on the weekend. Start with 4 large baked potatoes, cooled. The recipe calls for scooping out the insides and discarding the peels, but I have long since abandoned peeling potatoes for anything. The peels are healthy so I include them in mashed potatoes, soups, potato salads, and just about everything else. Feel free to use only the white insides if you wish.
Delicious Homemade Recipes For Using Apples
