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Authentic Pork Fried Rice Recipe
We are a mixed family. My husband is Korean and I am white. As a mixed family we have found that we enjoy authentic foods much more than classic American foods. One of my families favorite meals is this delicious Authentic Pork Fried Rice recipe. It is really quite simple to make and even better it was taught to us by a good friend from China and it was his grandma’s recipe! YUM!!! Ingredients 2 cups Jasmine Rice 3 1/2 cups water 1/2 pork roast 3/4 cup celery, chopped/diced 3/4 cup carrots, chopped/diced 3/4 cup onion, chopped/diced 3/4 cup sugar snap peas, chopped 2 egg, scrambled 1/4-1/2 cup cilantro, chopped…
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DIY Ornament Wreath
I love creating my own decor for my home for the holidays! Not only is it more affordable but it is unique to my home and I can change it every year if I want! I found that making this DIY Ornament Wreath was not only way cheaper than buying a pre-made wreath, but it was a lot of fun to make and super easy! With some diligent shopping around for supplies I was able to pick up nearly everything I needed for my wreath at Oriental Trading Company! I ordered my supplies and got them just a few days later (I have always loved how fast and efficient Oriental…
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Homemade All Natural Lip Balm (Strawberry Cream Frosting)
I have found a new love – making my own all natural homemade lip balm! Use see I have always disliked how over the counter lip glosses, balms and chapsticks all have alcohol and ingredients known to dry out your lips. Since coconut oil has amazing qualities I wasn’t surprised when I learned that it makes the perfect base for lip balms. Ingredients 2 Tablespoons Coconut Oil 1 -3 Tablespoons Strawberry Gelatin Mix 3-4 Cream Cheese Frosting Essential Oils Supplies Spoon Microwave safe bowl lip balm container Directions In a microwave safe bowl scoop the coconut oil and set microwave to 30 seconds. Once coconut oil is fully melted add…
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Shabby Chic Rosette Lamp Shade
I am so excited about my new Shabby Chic Rosette Lamp Shade! It was really easy to make and turned out so beautiful! Other than a few little hot glue burns this project was one of the most simple, painless and exciting DIY’s I have ever done! One of my favorite things about this project is you can make it a totally budget friendly up-cycle, by using an old lamp shade you already own (or from Goodwill). You can also use old linen or muslin bedding or clothes to make the rosettes! What You Will Need: 10″ Lampshade (new or used) 1.5 yards muslin or linen fabric Hot Glue Gun…
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12 All Natural DIY Cleaning Hacks
Cleaning the house is already not the funnest job on the planet, but it is made worse with all of the nasty chemicals. I have found that there are several everyday household products that when combined and used properly can actually do a fantastic job at cleaning and without harmful chemicals. For these cleaning hacks you will only need a few ingredients…Hydrogen Peroxide, Baking Soda, Lemon, Vinegar and if you so desire possibly some yummy smelling essential oils! Listed below are some of my most favorite DIY cleaner recipes and hacks EVER! Streak-Free Window/Glass Cleaner: I have been making my own glass cleaner for a few years now with just vinegar,…
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All Natural PineSol (Wood Cleaner)
Honestly I have always loved the clean and shine that Pine Sol has provided my wood surfaces, but I just can’t get past all of the harmful chemicals! I hate using toxic chemicals in my house if at all possible. Thankfully I found this awesome All Natural DIY PineSol recipe! It seriously works just as good as the name brand PineSol and without all of the nasty stinky chemicals! In fact I love the smell of this Homemade Pine Sol. It smells so fresh and clean! So I have mentioned harmful chemicals a few times. You may be wondering what exactly does that mean and what makes the brand name…
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Homemade Lemon Lavender Soap
Making my own soaps has definitely become a favorite hobby of mine! It is so simple and I mix fragrances and textures to make the perfect soothing lathering soap. One of my most favorite scents for helping calm, soothe and relax is of course lavender. Then add the fresh citrus zest of a lemon and wowzers – perfection!!! Lavender is most commonly known for it’s soothing effects, but what you may not know is that Lavender oil has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties which can help heal minor burns and bug bites. Furthermore, there has been some research showing that Lavender oil is useful for treating anxiety, insomnia, and Homemade Bug Spray HERE. There have…
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All Natural DIY – All Purpose Cleaner
Making your own household cleaners is really incredibly simple and affordable. With just a couple common household products you can make all natural, chemical free All Purpose Cleaner. For this recipe you are really only using Vinegar and Baking Soda, then add in a few drops of your favorite scent in the form of essential oils (I like Lemon, Orange or a combination of Lavender and Peppermint). If you haven’t heard already, vinegar is amazing. It can be used for so much more than just cooking and making salad dressings, it is honestly one of the best cleaners out there! Vinegar is a natural antibacterial cleaner this is largely because of…
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Homemade Honey Almond Oatmeal Soap
I have come to absolutely love soap making! It is really so easy! If you can use a microwave, measure and stir then you can make soap! This Homemade Honey Almond Oatmeal Soap smells delicious! No you can’t eat it but it sure will make you smell pretty dang good! Plus with the Goats Milk Soap base it makes the soap so soft and lather up extremely smooth! There are a few things you will need before making your soap. First is a good Goats Milk Melt and Pour Soap Base, I use this one HERE from Bramble Berry it’s amazing! Second, you will need a soap mold. I prefer…
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Homemade Peppermint Coffee Exfoliating Soap
Do you love the smell of a fresh pot of coffee? Well you don’t have to wait to walk into your next Starbucks, checkout this recipe for Homemade Peppermint Coffee Exfoliating Soap. This soap looks, smells and feels absolutely amazing! The goats milk as soap base creates such a fabulous soft creamy lather and the coffee bean serves as a natural exfoliator for your skin! Coffee has several fantastic beneficial uses like improving circulation, reducing redness, firming cellulite, improving skin tone, and even fading stretch marks and scars. Peppermint is also a great anti-inflammatory for your body. Creating a wonderful calming, cooling feel throughout your body. It also is good for relieving…
