DIY Inspiration: Salvaging Old Iron Garden Bench and Chair Set
While helping a neighbor of mine move, we found an old set of rusted, broken iron garden furniture (a bench and two chairs) buried in a tall growth of weeds at the back of their shed. To many people, as they were to my neighbor, they’d be considered trash… but to me, well, I still […]
The Fire Island Cookbook: BBQ Jerk Chicken
As you may have noticed, barbecue is often a featured topic on Rural Mom. Well, naturally, as a Kentuckian, it’s not just a summer favorite, it’s tradition. And so I reckon you can figure out easily why a cookbook like The Fire Island Cookbook are irresistible to take a peek inside the attractive cover to find out what summer […]
Proud to Be an American ~ Happy 4th of July from Rural Mom
Have a happy, safe 4th of July celebration of our nation!
4 Ingredient Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Until I picked up a copy of 4 Ingredients Gluten-Free: More Than 400 New and Exciting Recipes All Made with 4 or Fewer Ingredients and All Gluten-Free! I had no idea I could pull together so many simple gluten-free recipes with ingredients I already had in my home. For example, the peanut butter cookies I made […]
Tailgating at Home: Prepping for NCAA Football 13 Video Game Night
The first time I caught football fever was 1985 when the Bears dominated the season. Superbowl XX arrived and so many jerseys packed into the tv room in our house that it looked like we started our own team. Traditional tail-gating fare filled our bellies as the fever of football illuminated our happy crowd. When […]
Super Time Saver Food Prep for 4th of July
Are you planning a big shin-dig for Independence Day? If so, consider some of these make-ahead food ideas for 4th of July entertaining. Prepping ahead of your picnic or barbecue celebrations will enable you to relax and enjoy yourself. First, begin by creating a budget for your event. Choose which foods you will serve and […]
Making Room for Beauty in the Bathroom #46NotMyNumber
My frazzled sink on beauty regime overload If you’ve been following my health and wellness quest (my part of the Simmworks Weight Loss Challenge, which I’ve dubbed “46NotMyNumber”) then you know that my goals are not just to whittle some inches from my midsection, but to take a holistic approach to my over-all health and […]
Beef in Stout with Herb Dumplings Recipe
Earlier this week, in my Sherlock Holmes Date Night feature, I promised to share the recipe for the Beef in Stout with Herb Dumplings dinner that accompanied the fabulous showing of Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows…. and so you shall have it… enjoy! Beef in Stout with Herb Dumplings (I adapted this recipe from […]
Important 4th of July Food Safety Tips
4th of July picnics and parties are nearly here and each year millions of us celebrate Independence Day. Unfortunately, many end up sick during the celebrations because food was not handled or stored properly. These food safety tips are given to refresh your memory and help you keep everyone safe and happy through the holiday. […]
Creamy Buttermilk-Herb Potato Salad Recipe
A 4th of July picnics doesn’t seem complete without a fabulous potato salad to accompany all the grilled delights. If you are looking for an updated version of your standby staple or a recipe to impress, try this Creamy Buttermilk-Herb Potato Salad from the Cooking Light Big Book of Salads: Starters, Sides and Easy Weeknight Dinners (and be sure […]
Date Night: Sherlock Holmes and Beef with Stout and Dumplings
Rural Hubs and I rarely get a chance for date night and when we do, like you, we live in an area that’s not conducive to finding options rather than a quick bite at the local diner unless we want to drive at least a half hour to see a movie, go bowling, or find a chain […]
Citrus BBQ: Vodka Lime Chicken and Orange Chicken
The BBQ Pit Boys are fun to watch, but their know-how and knack for delicious barbecue are what keeps me tuned in! Check out these videos to add a little citrus flare with these recipes for Vodka Lime Chicken and Orange Chicken. Truly savory summer treats: Note: I’m not affiliated with these guys in any […]