Thanksgiving Traditions and Pumpkin Spiced Sticky Buns with Maple Syrup

by mamapoole // November 29, 2013 // Comments off

I hope ya’ll had a great Thanksgiving Day! I know we sure did. We decided to skip out on all families this year (can you imagine?) and stay home for our own Thanksgiving fun! Although we usually do visit different... Continue reading →

Chorizo, Corn and Potatoes #SundaySupper

by mamapoole // October 6, 2013 // Comments off

I have once again, noticed a change in my life. Life is always changing but at this stage, it has become very busy. Busy with the kids running back and forth, busy with planning homeschooling activities, gymnastics, Sunday school, taking... Continue reading →

Oven Baked Pork Tenderlion and Old Bay Potatoes

by mamapoole // October 1, 2013 // Comments off

Sometimes, I don’t want to cook. Sometimes, I wish there was a magical dinner that I could throw in the microwave like The Jetsons tv show. And sometimes, I just need a budget-friendly recipe so I can enjoy other things... Continue reading →

Hoppin’ John for a Prosperous New Year

by mamapoole // January 2, 2013 // Comments off

New Years’ Day is a time for new beginnings. Throw out the old and bring in the new. Shine light on the year we have to unfold before us. We get so lost and consumed by mid-year and lose focus... Continue reading →

Cinnamon Apple Chips

by mamapoole // November 14, 2012 // Comments off

Apples are here year around. It’s one of the luxuries we have. Apples come from far places and greet me at the grocery store. And believe me, I greet them back as I pile bags in the cart. During the... Continue reading →

A Story of Weight + Heritage Rice Blend with Raisins and Honey

by mamapoole // September 24, 2012 // Comments off

I made this dish on one of my healthy kicks, which I seem to have every day now. I have avoided the scale knowing that I have gained some weight. Since it never shows me what I’d really like to see,... Continue reading →

Cha-Cha-Cheesy VEGAN Rice and Broccoli

by mamapoole // September 19, 2012 // Comments off

My friend Tracy over at Foodie Friends Friday presented us with a Vegetarian Challenge so of course, I definitely wanted in on it! I was excited to hear that the company Daiya was in on this event too! They sent us two coupons to try out... Continue reading →

Blissed-Out Herb-Roasted Taters “The Karma Chow”

by mamapoole // September 18, 2012 // Comments off

I have been blessed with another cookbook! Thanks to HCI The Life Issues Publisher, they sent me the cookbook of my dreams…. The Karma Chow Ultimate Cookbook: 125+ Plant-Based Vegan Recipes for a Fit, Happy, Healthy You by Melissa Costello... Continue reading →

#SundaySupper Stuffed Cheese Jalapenos w a Tequila Sunrise

by mamapoole // September 16, 2012 // Comments off

It’s fiesta time around the #SundaySupper table! In honor of Día de Independencia in Mexico, we are celebrating by bringing our favorite Mexican and Mexican-inspired dishes to the party! After all this eating, I’m going to need a siesta! When my husband and... Continue reading →

Fall Time Pasta – Sweet potato, Fennel and Pecan Penne

by mamapoole // September 12, 2012 // Comments off

It’s the most fabulous time of the year! There are leaves-a-changing and everyone is in cheer…..It’s the most fabulous time of the year! (Okay, am I too early for that song?) I LOVE FALL. I have said it over and... Continue reading →