tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15025228278818970472024-02-07T04:21:07.773-07:00Laina's LaundryThe official blog for my handmade embellished prefold cloth diapers, baby leg warmers, and more!Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.comBlogger94125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-77169995182909442432011-01-02T14:43:00.000-07:002011-01-02T14:43:24.702-07:00New BlogI've decided to close down my shop, at least temporarily. Having 2 kids is keeping my pretty busy with out adding sewing to the mix. I'm going to sell off what's left in my Etsy shop (and hopefully get a few remaining items listed) and after that, I'll just leave the shop there to save my name but there won't be anything active. That means that this blog will be pretty much inactive, too. (Not that I was that good about posting here, anyways!)<br />
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What I am doing now, however, is weekly meal planning. I've had a few friends ask for this, and I'm starting a new blog dedicated to posting the weekly meal plans and recipes each Sunday. If you're interested, you can check it out at www.52mealplans.blogspot.com. Let me know what you think!Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-12307859109607132862010-10-30T17:25:00.004-06:002010-10-30T17:39:04.159-06:00Pumpkin Cut-Out Cookie Recipe<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU4OLGLlWXlBtQpS1jZ6m1k5uDxU54T4W8OvydROHjSTltBLUes0INE4uAGwXXtIVNEo9uyGaq294jtHNntbCAKLz0YJ4n9X3La9OcMRr0CyevLc1Gsy-nLfxTLNdRIcIB349lSPVNwII/s1600/100_0133.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 258px; height: 194px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU4OLGLlWXlBtQpS1jZ6m1k5uDxU54T4W8OvydROHjSTltBLUes0INE4uAGwXXtIVNEo9uyGaq294jtHNntbCAKLz0YJ4n9X3La9OcMRr0CyevLc1Gsy-nLfxTLNdRIcIB349lSPVNwII/s320/100_0133.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533987615939605122" border="0" /></a><br />This is a great pumpkin cookie recipe from a pumpkin cookbook I have. It's become a tradition over here to make them every Halloween. I usually double the recipe to have enough to share with friends and neighbors (the recipe says this will make 50 cookies but they must use miniature cutters. I find it only makes about a dozen cookies w/the cutters I have).<br /><br />2 1/4 all-purpose flour (I like to use whole wheat)<br />1/4 tsp cinnamon<br />1/4 tsp ground ginger<br />1/4 tsp ground nutmeg<br />pinch salt<br />3/4 cup butter, at room temp<br />1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar (I like to use sucanat)<br />2-3 Tbs finely grated orange zest<br />1/2 cup pumpkin puree<br />1 egg yolk<br /><br />Sift the flour, spices and salt together in large bowl. In separate bowl, cream together butter, sugar and orange zest. Add in flour mixture, pumpkin puree, and egg yolk and mix to form a soft yet stiff dough. Divide into 4 balls, flatten each and wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 30 mins. Preheat oven to 375 F. Take one section of dough out of fridge at a time and roll out to about 1/8" thick. I like to roll between two sheets of wax paper, dusted w/a bit of flour. Cut out cookies w/Halloween or fall cookie cutters. Place on greased baking sheet and bake for 10-15 mins or until light golden on the bottom. Transfer to wire rack to cool completely before frosting. You can frost these with a cream cheese frosting or a traditional sugar cookie icing and they are also delicious plain (not too sweet, which is perfect for me).Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-39344461063276699342010-08-15T19:50:00.004-06:002010-08-15T21:01:09.906-06:00Meal Plan week of 8/15/10This week my customary two crock pot recipes are coming from the Crock Pot Lady. I'm just linking the recipes so I don't have to re-type them.<br /><br /><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/2008/04/balsamic-chicken-with-spring-vegetables.html">Crock Pot Balsamic Chicken and Veggies</a><br /><br /><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/2008/03/crockpot-broccoli-beef.html">Crock Pot Broccoli Beef</a> (I will serve this over brown rice)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mahi Mahi Steaks w/Mango Salsa and Curry Couscous</span> (I'm pretty sure this came from Rachael Ray. I've had it in my recipe box for years and it is SO good!)<br /><br />Make salsa ahead of time and refrigerate. Combine the following:<br />1 ripe mango, peeled and diced<br />1 small red bell pepper, seeded and diced<br />1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped<br />1" fresh ginger, grated<br />1/4 of a cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped<br />20 or so blades fresh chives, chopped<br />1 lime, juiced<br /><br />Grill the Mahi Mahi:<br />Squeeze juice of one lime over 4 mahi mahi steaks. Drizzle with EVOO and season w/S&P. Grill about 5 mins per side.<br /><br />Make the Couscous:<br />2 cups chicken broth or water<br />2 tsp curry powder<br />1/2 tsp salt<br />1 Tbs EVOO<br />1 handful raisins (I like golden raisins for this)<br />1 cup couscous<br />2 scallions, sliced<br />1 carrot, grated<br />1 navel orange, peeled and chopped<br />2 oz sliced almonds<br /><br />Bring broth to boil w/curry powder, salt, oil & raisins. Place couscous in separate bowl. Add boiling liquid and cover. Let stand 10 mins. Fluff w/fork and stir in scallions, carrot, orange and almonds.<br /><br />Top fish with salsa and serve w/couscous and additional veggies if desired.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">"Happy" Pork Chops</span> (this came from a wine tasting I held at my house)<br />6 pork chops (1/2 to 3/4" thick), seasoned w/S&P<br />EVOO for sauteing<br />4 cloves garlic, minced<br />1 small onion, chopped<br />2 cups uncooked rice<br />4 plum tomatoes, chopped<br />2 med jalapenos, minced<br />1 cup water or beer<br />2 cups chicken broth<br />fresh cilantro, chopped<br /><br />heat oil in large skillet; add pork. Sear on both sides just until brown, about 1 min on each side. Remove from skillet and cover loosely w/foil.<br /><br />Add garlic and onions to skillet. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 2 mins, scraping up browned bits from bottom of skillet. Add rice, stirring until just begins to brown, about 3-4 mins. Add tomatoes, jalapenos, beer and broth. Bring to boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 10 mins. (If using brown rice like I plan to, I'm guessing this would need to simmer more like 1/2 hr before proceeding to the next step and you might need more liquid - refer to package directions).<br /><br />Place chops on top of rice, cover. Simmer 8-10 mins until pork is done. Let stand 5 mins before serving. Sprinke w/chopped cilantro and serve w/green salad or veggies of choice.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Salmon Salad Fajitas</span><br />Combine in mixing bowl:<br />1 tin salmon, drained<br />2 Tbs mayo<br />1/4 cup plain yogurt<br />1/4 tsp chili powder<br /><br />Add, stirring gently:<br />1 carrot, grated<br />1 green onion, chopped<br />1 tomato, diced<br />1/2 cucumber, diced<br />1/4 cup cilantro, chopped<br />S&P to taste<br /><br />Serve in whole wheat tortillas or pitas. Makes 4 servings.Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-13672905255595506922010-08-15T19:45:00.004-06:002010-08-15T19:48:11.625-06:00New Items in Shop<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/39367491/embellished-prefold-cloth-diaper-birdie"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9FEpalKdXDtH-jUh66Q6O5H1a4_PlW8CDA_ElkmEJPIXORw-RrspIZLtxRTibCZ4gW7DaIUSTFh5GXug_2DwJmc84o2iPjgLwlBSesAQKnIyaENR36QyHcjycjsqi9CcYYDq9TrxKXdk/s320/263_8891.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505818175759542786" border="0" /></a><br />I've just listed a few new items in my Etsy shop. I'm particularly fond of this adorable <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/39367491/embellished-prefold-cloth-diaper-birdie">birdie prefold</a>. Check it and the other new items out at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LainasLaundry?ref=seller_info">LainasLaundry.etsy.com</a>!Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-46871445781475648502010-08-09T10:50:00.003-06:002010-08-09T11:10:33.870-06:00Meal Plan week of 8/8/10<span style="font-weight: bold;">Szechuan Orange Ginger Chicken</span><br />1 orange, juiced and grated rind<br />2 cloves garlic, fnely chopped<br />1 tbs fresh grated ginger<br />1 tbs cider vinegar<br />1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce<br />1 tsp sugar<br />1 tsp cornstarch<br />3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips<br />2-3 bell peppers of various colors, cut into strips<br />oil for sauteeing<br />hot cooked brown rice<br /><br />Mix orange rind w/ garlic and ginger, set aside. Whisk orange juice, vinegar, hot sauce, sugar and cornstarch, set aside. Saute chicken in oil until cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside. Cool the ginger, orange rind, and garlic in same hot oil for about 10 sec (until fragrant). Add bell peppers and cook 2-3 mins. Return chicken to pan, add sauce, cook until thickened. Serve over rice.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tuna Burgers</span><br />Mix:<span style="display: block;" id="formatbar_Buttons"><span class=" on down" style="display: block;" id="formatbar_Bold" title="Bold" onmouseover="ButtonHoverOn(this);" onmouseout="ButtonHoverOff(this);" onmouseup="" onmousedown="CheckFormatting(event);FormatbarButton('richeditorframe', this, 3);ButtonMouseDown(this);"><img src="img/blank.gif" alt="Bold" class="gl_bold" border="0" /></span></span>2 tins water packed tuna, drained<br />1 egg<br />1 cup whole wheat breadcrubs<br />1 small onion, diced<br />2 cloves garlic, minced<br />1 tbs soy sauce<br />1 tbs teriyaki sauce<br />1 tbs ketchup<br /><br />Shape into 4 patties. Sprinkle some cornmeal on dish and coat patties on each side. Fry in olve oil for about 6 mins per side or until browned and heated through. Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce or in whole wheat bun or pita. Serve w/veggies or green salad<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Thai Chicken Tortilla Pizza</span><br />Preheat oven to 375<br />Bake 4 large whole wheat tortillas for 3 mins on ungreased cookie sheet.<br />Make Thai peanut sauce:<br />1/4 cup natural peanut butter<br />1/4 cup light soy sauce (important to use light otherwise will be too salty)<br />2 tbs lemon juice<br />2 tsp sesame oil<br />2 tsp grated fresh ginger<br />1 tbs honey<br />1 tsp garlic powder<br />pinch red pepper flakes<br /><br />Spread 1-2 Tbs peanut sauce on heated tortillas<br />Sprinkle evenly on tortillas:<br />2 cups diced cooked chicken<br />small red bell pepper, julienned<br />1/2 cup grated carrots<br />1 cup grated mozzarella cheese<br /><br />Bake 10-12 mins until cheese is melted and edges are lightly browned.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Curried Chicken Apple Salad</span><br />1 tbs oil<br />1 tbs curry powder<br />1/3 cup diced red onion<br />2 tbs lemon juice<br />2 tbs honey<br />1/4 tsp salt<br />1/3 cup mayo<br />1/3 cup plain yogurt<br />2 cooked chicken breasts, cubed<br />3 stalks celery, thinly sliced<br />1 small red bell pepper, chopped<br />1 med apple, cubed<br />6 dried apricots, diced<br />salad greens<br /><br />For dressing: heat oil in small saucepan. Add curry powder and onion. Saute 1-2 mins or until onions are tender. Add lemon juice, honey and salt. Simmer until sauce begins to thicken, about a min. Remove from heat and cool. Stir in mayo and yogurt. Set aside. In large bol, toss chicken, celery, red pepper, apple and apricots. Add dressing and gently toss to coat. Serve over salad greens.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Crock pot chili</span><br />2 lbs ground beef or steak cut into cubes<br />1 large onion, chopped<br />2 cloves garlic, minced<br />1- 28 oz can diced tomatoes<br />1- 15 oz can tomato sauce<br />2 tbs chili powder<br />1 1/2 tsp cumin<br />1/2 tsp salt<br />1/2 tsp pepper<br />1 can kidney or pinto beans, rinsed and drained<br /><br />Brown ground beef in skillet. If using steak you don't have to brown. Mix all ingredients except beans in slow cooker. Cook on low 6-8 hrs. Stir in beans and cook on high 15-20 mins. Serve w/your favorite chili fixins and cornbread or tortillas.<br /><span style="color:#888888;"> </span>Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-85672383745268829322010-07-27T17:12:00.003-06:002010-07-27T17:20:03.727-06:00Embellished ShadesWhen our oldest moved out of the nursery into her big girl room, we moved the wooden blinds with her. That left the nursery with only a valance above the windows. We found these plain white roman-style shades and put them up. But they were so boring. So I decided to embellish them. I have a bit of a fabric stash going on, and found some complimenting colors in there. I was hoping to do two different fabrics and alternate them. Unfortunately I didn't have enough material of only two patterns, so I ended up with more of an eclectic, hodge-podge look. I think it works, though.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnUZPPEyBQaUf_tmVG7gqOCZKNrg-l7ClchQCKLkUpmzLgJ1YV2H5z7mHbd1bfSZJu-mD4ipSBH5PhLX85cUeRvOfIKUjUqIPISLZDj9P4vppp2WQHN8zZpUI9DfVfmFKZt9GquARPaPg/s1600/263_9363.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnUZPPEyBQaUf_tmVG7gqOCZKNrg-l7ClchQCKLkUpmzLgJ1YV2H5z7mHbd1bfSZJu-mD4ipSBH5PhLX85cUeRvOfIKUjUqIPISLZDj9P4vppp2WQHN8zZpUI9DfVfmFKZt9GquARPaPg/s320/263_9363.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498728305024677186" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-F71R99ZuJB7Tx_N2T1N2X9wsTHPTGvm2Q-5qqxwi2d91ELE_bfFzHy1uqLGRC8JicGBnZaaQA0fDVr2fmpYg61uJBPezbsvki8fO1eqUL4NBt57q6VAzz_cM1-7DW0T_myWmpvjttXM/s1600/263_9365.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-F71R99ZuJB7Tx_N2T1N2X9wsTHPTGvm2Q-5qqxwi2d91ELE_bfFzHy1uqLGRC8JicGBnZaaQA0fDVr2fmpYg61uJBPezbsvki8fO1eqUL4NBt57q6VAzz_cM1-7DW0T_myWmpvjttXM/s320/263_9365.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498728297465403314" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5BrnT8x1eEqaIv8NcfkrHoyRRQkK6lO2U-LfmuYnd6H7t26A2TlNRR6iA_bxSVS_R-3o7tAynOBnQ1HMhDJjXdXCJPSuIjJugyqeJX1nYtyD9Yp7zbvxsqCc9QJuvLlgqfocPJ1BVss4/s1600/263_9391.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5BrnT8x1eEqaIv8NcfkrHoyRRQkK6lO2U-LfmuYnd6H7t26A2TlNRR6iA_bxSVS_R-3o7tAynOBnQ1HMhDJjXdXCJPSuIjJugyqeJX1nYtyD9Yp7zbvxsqCc9QJuvLlgqfocPJ1BVss4/s320/263_9391.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498728290162126242" border="0" /></a>Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-60485609849052531122010-07-26T17:05:00.002-06:002010-07-26T17:08:26.334-06:00Weekly Meal Plan 7/26/10I told a friend that I would share my weekly meal plans with her. Since I'm writing them up for her, I thought I'd post them here, too.<br /><br />I normally do 5 or 6 days of meals and plan to have leftovers one or two nights.<br /><br />The meals:<br />1. Jenna's Penne with Veggies<br />2. Red Beans and Rice (I like to serve w/green salad)<br />3. Pork Chops w/apples and kraut (pick out some veggies of choice to serve with this)<br />4. BBQ Chicken w/quinoa (say keen-wa) and veggies<br />5. Crock Pot Chicken w/Pepper and Pineapple<br /><br />The recipes:<br /><b>Penne w/Veggies</b><br />1 lb box of Penne pasta cooked al dente (I like to use whole wheat pasta for better nutritional profile but any will work)<br />approx 1 lb Italian sausage, cooked and then sliced into rounds (I cook this up as I'm bringing my pasta water to boil)<br />1/2 med onion, sliced thin<br />2-3 cloves garlic, chopped fine<br />2 med zucchini, sliced about 1/8" thick<br />2 med yellow squash, sliced the same<br />1-2 tomatoes, chopped (totally optional, sometimes I leave them out)<br />EVOO (extra virgin olive oil) for sauteing and drizzling<br />S&P (salt & pepper) to taste<br />Parmesean or Romano cheese to taste<br /><br />Saute the onion in a big skillet until translucent. Add the garlic and saute another minute. Add the two kinds of squash and saute until tender. Add the tomatoes if using and cook for just one min more then remove from heat. Add in your cooked and drained pasta and your cooked sausage. Drizzle w/EVOO, toss together, and season to taste w/S & P and cheese. This makes a lot so you can have your leftovers on a different night :)<br /><br /><b>Red Beans and Rice</b><br />2 stalks celery, with leaves, sliced<br />1 med red onion, chopped<br />2-3 garlic cloves, finely chopped<br />1/2 tsp dried thyme<br />1 bay leaf<br />2 cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained (or one cup dry beans, soaked overnight and cooked earlier in the day)<br />6 oz (approx) canadian bacon, cut into strips<br />1 cup chicken broth<br />about 5 Tbs parsley (here you go - a use for your parsley! I just eyeball it and never actually measure my parsley)<br />1 tsp worcestershire sauce (this is what my recipe calls for but I usually end up adding a lot more)<br />1/4 tsp hot pepper sauce<br />1 cup rice, cooked (I like brown rice, again for better nutritional content)<br />EVOO for sauteing<br /><br />In large saucepan or skillet, saute celery, onion, garlic, thyme and bay leaf in EVOO about 10 mins until veggies are tender. Stir in beans, canadian bacon, broth, most of the parsley, worcestershire, and hot pepper sauce. Stir occasionally until heated through. Discard bay leaf. Spoon over hot rice and sprinkle with remaining parsley. This is a pretty good meal as-is but I often like to add a green salad. (You might get leftovers with this one, too).<br /><br /><b>Pork Chops w/Apples and Kraut</b><br />I'm gong to give you the recipe as it's written, which is for oven cooking. I'm going to assemble this and put it in the crock pot instead.<br />4 1" thick pork chops<br />2 apples, cored and coarsely chopped<br />1/4 cup raisins<br />1/4 cup chopped walnuts<br />1/4 cup packed brown sugar<br />14 tsp nutmeg<br />32 oz sauerkraut, drained<br />veggies of choice<br /><br />Preheat oven to 350 F. Brown chops in skillet about 5 mins on each side or until browned. Place chops in 9x13 baking dish (I don't see why you couldn't leave them in the skillet if it was oven safe). In bowl, combine remaining ingredients except veggies and mix well. Divide evenly and mound on chops. Cover and cook about 1 hr or until fork tender. Serve w/veggies of choice.<br /><br /><b>BBQ Chicken w/Quinoa and Veggies</b><br />This is simple. Just BBQ whatever kind of chicken pieces you like. We got a great tangy BBQ sauce at the local farmer's market that we'll use on this. Cook quinoa according to package directions (they have a big bag at Costco or I usually get mine in the bulk section at Sprouts). If you get the bulk kind, I think the ratio is one cup of quinoa to 2 cups water (like rice). I like to add butter and salt to the water when cooking. Steam until all the water is absorbed. You can also make in a rice cooker. Cook up whatever veggies you like and serve all together.<br /><br /><b>Crock Pot Chicken w/Peppers and Pineapple</b><br />1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2" pieces<br />4 med carrots, cut into 1" pieces<br />1/2 cup chicken broth<br />2 Tbs grated gingerroot (or 1 tsp ground but it tastes better w/fresh)<br />1 Tbs packed brown sugar<br />2 Tbs soy sauce<br />1/2 tsp ground allspice<br />1/2 tsp red pepper sauce<br />8 oz pineapple chunks in juice, drained and juice reserved<br />1 Tbs cornstarch<br />1 med red bell pepper, cut into 1" pieces<br />hot cooked rice for serving<br /><br />Mix everything except pineapple, cornstarch and bell pepper in slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hrs. Mix reserved pineapple juice and cornstarch until smooth and gradually stir into chicken mixture in crock pot. Stir in pineapple and bell pepper. Cover and finish cooking on high about 15 mins until slightly thickened. Serve over rice. You can top w/sliced green onions (or chives - come on over and get some!), toasted coconut (unsweetened), and/or chopped peanuts or cashews.Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-45030688070263890632010-05-06T13:53:00.004-06:002010-05-06T14:06:32.737-06:00Getting Outside<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaFjk8hcE1Ci05XufM8FbuKX4PR1gewnX4j2ymIyPD13mu0yCAXv5UWaWGu7qUyMUKJPgV27uPknvK1oLd707ReFT0UV0dXBY2HH2Kg41czunf9pWkBxJTUh0K_MBHhrqWd_HOd6Bfy9s/s1600/263_8874.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaFjk8hcE1Ci05XufM8FbuKX4PR1gewnX4j2ymIyPD13mu0yCAXv5UWaWGu7qUyMUKJPgV27uPknvK1oLd707ReFT0UV0dXBY2HH2Kg41czunf9pWkBxJTUh0K_MBHhrqWd_HOd6Bfy9s/s320/263_8874.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468248602668886434" border="0" /></a><br />This is going to sound slightly silly, but I love my new retractable clothesline! I love how it gets me outside in the sunshine. We have a great little water feature behind the line (you can sort of see it in the photo) and it actually feels therapeutic to hang the laundry and listen to the soothing water sounds. Being outside in the fresh air with spring's greenery all around is a simple way to "pause" in my day and get new perspectives. The other plus of hanging diaper laundry is of course the natural stain-fighting power of the sun and the clean freshness you get from hanging diapers outside. I wish we would have hung the line when Laina was in diapers. (And if you're wondering why none of the prefolds are embellished, it's because they are all new infant-sized ones that we bought for our new baby, and of course I have not had the time to pretty up our own personal stash yet.)Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-78341444958306739562010-05-04T16:32:00.003-06:002010-05-04T16:47:10.062-06:00Welcome to the World, Lia!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0_xYsAiI_PmEuKyiFBv-bvqKMvFRunSf_uBuyo5QmUhJONf4Llpv8I9Z1Qe8WlEIHdV2V-MhgV39vTYCAyooRnMoqWvnxkGWZ72DVkFaCF7Q-eOBwoGOKucvDbgWdQ86S-qvuKro8UOs/s1600/263_8794.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0_xYsAiI_PmEuKyiFBv-bvqKMvFRunSf_uBuyo5QmUhJONf4Llpv8I9Z1Qe8WlEIHdV2V-MhgV39vTYCAyooRnMoqWvnxkGWZ72DVkFaCF7Q-eOBwoGOKucvDbgWdQ86S-qvuKro8UOs/s320/263_8794.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5467550094486335458" border="0" /></a><br />Sorry for the lack of posts. We welcomed our second baby girl into the world on April 21st! Lia was born at home as planned with our wonderful midwife. It was a crazy, intense, fast labor but went well and I'm so glad we did it at home. I will spare you the whole story here as most of you have probably either heard it in person or read it in Facebook already. If anyone has not read it yet and wants to, just let me know in the comments.<br /><br />So I've been busy with both Laina and Lia and also my parents are here, which has drastically reduced the time I have for sewing and listing items (as in, reduced to zero). But I do have a few items I managed to get sewn before Lia made her grand entrance and I will hopefully get pictures and list them soon. I will say there are some great <span style="font-style: italic;">unbleached </span>embellished prefolds I've got ready to go.Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-66852993046594863872010-04-13T19:38:00.002-06:002010-04-13T19:50:01.372-06:00Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla SoupMade this tonight and was quite pleased with the results. It's modified from a mothering.com recipe.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><br />1 onion, chopped<br />1 can pinto beans<br />1 can black beans<br />1 cup frozen corn kernels<br />1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce<br />1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer<br />1 can diced tomatoes<br />1 small can diced green chilis<br />1 tablespoon chili powder<br />1/4 teaspoon garlic powder<br />1/4 teaspoon onion powder<br />1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more or less to taste)<br />1/4 teaspoon dried oregano<br />1/2 teaspoon paprika<br />1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin<br />1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt<br />1 teaspoon black pepper<br />2-3 whole skinless, boneless chicken breasts<br />1 red bell pepper, diced<br /><br />topping ideas:<br />shredded cheese of choice (we didn't bother)<br />sour cream<br />crushed tortilla chips (could easily omit these if going low-carb)<br />chopped cilantro<br />sliced avocado (would have been divine if I had any in the house)<br /><br />Mix all ingredients except chicken, bell pepper and toppings in slow cooker. Put chicken breasts on top and press down slightly to cover with liquid. Cook on low for 5 hours. Remove chicken and shred. Place back in slow cooker and cook another 2 hours on low. (This last step of cooking again wasn't really necessary, as my chicken was fully cooked after the 5 hrs on low. However, letting it cook again for a while on low did thicken it up some and gave a richer flavor). In the last 5 mins stir in bell pepper and continue cooking on low while you prepare toppings. You could also easily throw the bell pepper in from the beginning, but I prefer mine with a little crunch.<br /><br />Serve in big bowls with plenty of toppings :)Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-52654704955860252162010-03-30T14:38:00.003-06:002010-03-30T14:41:08.564-06:00Undercover Mama Give-a-WayCheck out <a href="http://lifemoresimply.blogspot.com/2010/03/undercover-mama-review-giveaway.html">Life More Simply's blog</a> for an awesome give-a-way: an Undercover Mama shirt! It transforms any shirt into a nursing shirt and looks really functional. I can't wait to try one out with this next baby. Life More Simply is also doing a huge "baby mama shower" the month of April with tons of give-a-ways. (You'll see I put the linky button in my sidebar to the right, so you can have a convenient way of getting over to her site). Good luck!Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-31788234924232405522010-03-23T12:28:00.002-06:002010-03-23T13:21:49.171-06:00Amazingly Good-for-You Chocolate Almond Shake<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF0wfOumVIFyQ23dKXP1F4veSszuxSGMLZNnsfRJGqj9Zo0pHn6Nk9zOG77YbgG4yAnykgv8pgd99uW7o2eJwdlCzXyFGDiqq7Co2NsinH4fiWFuX_588e9N01KUmr_ysKS37lpNzee6Q/s1600-h/shake.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF0wfOumVIFyQ23dKXP1F4veSszuxSGMLZNnsfRJGqj9Zo0pHn6Nk9zOG77YbgG4yAnykgv8pgd99uW7o2eJwdlCzXyFGDiqq7Co2NsinH4fiWFuX_588e9N01KUmr_ysKS37lpNzee6Q/s320/shake.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451909914033062546" border="0" /></a><br />When I need a tasty, chocolaty treat, I make this shake. It's thick and creamy like a milk shake, but it's actually healthy, too!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ingredients </span>(all are approximate, I just go by sight):<br /><br />1 cup unsweetened soy or almond milk<br />1/2 cup plain yogurt<br />1/2 frozen banana<br />2 Tablespoons almond butter<br />1/2 Tablespoon <a href="http://shop.usana.com/shop/cart/ProductDetails?ProductID=127.010100">OptOmega oil</a><br />1/2 Tablespoon blackstrap molasses (you could omit this if molasses is too strong for you. The reason I have it in right now is for the extra iron needed during pregnancy)<br />3 scoops <a href="http://shop.usana.com/shop/cart/ProductDetails?ProductID=202.010100">Chocolate Whey Nutrimeal</a><br />water or ice as needed to thin or thicken the consistency<br /><br />Blend everything in a blender until well combined. I like to keep my bananas frozen because it makes the shake smooth and thick without having to add extra ice. If your banana is not frozen, I would definitely add extra ice to make it colder, but then you may have to add extra water to thin it out some, too. You can make it super thick like a milkshake or you can make it thin enough to drink with a straw. The beauty of making it at home is you can make it how you like :)Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-65838958262929705592010-03-17T22:59:00.004-06:002010-03-17T23:09:10.421-06:00Congrats are in Order...and Happy St Patty's DayFirst off, Happy Saint Patrick's Day! And congrats to Nature Manipulated, the winner of my embellished prefold set from the Etsy Cloth Diaper Team give-a-way! I hope you love the prefolds!<br /><br />This is not cloth diaper related, but being St Patty's day and all, I figured I'd ask who celebrates and what you do? I made Irish soda bread for the first time and it came out pretty well. Also I make the typical corned beef and cabbage. I must say that the past couple times I've made it, I tried it in the crock pot and was not really happy with the results. The crock pot really just never got it tender enough where it pretty much falls apart, which is how I like it. Maybe it's the altitude here or maybe it's because my slow cooker is getting old. Either way it didn't come out well with that method, so this time I tried the pressure cooker and was very happy with the results.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/eating-well/whole-wheat-irish-soda-bread-recipe/index.html">This is the recipe</a> I used for the soda bread. I added about 1/2 cup soaked currants w/the buttermilk and a tablespoon of caraway seeds to the dry ingredients. It was delicious!Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-12499391946720277232010-03-13T07:57:00.001-07:002010-03-13T08:00:24.191-07:00Give-A-Way Still OpenThe embellished prefold give-a-way is still going on so be sure to get your entries in before March 17th! <a href="http://etsyclothdiapers.blogspot.com/2010/03/lainas-laundry-fluff-rump-featured.html">http://etsyclothdiapers.blogspot.com/2010/03/lainas-laundry-fluff-rump-featured.html</a>Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-6578886003969259292010-03-10T08:50:00.004-07:002010-03-10T08:58:05.316-07:00Today's Give-A-Way Day!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://etsyclothdiapers.blogspot.com/2010/03/lainas-laundry-fluff-rump-featured.html"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGj20-_zP3SZ-yNKHLr-oQZmPuIO4pmcQXHUiHN7Vh6XyrzToBDoj9Qi3Njt802LMmiUkvZpVcHdaSklIPeFBiIwUfvYUy8c1z48CNoNR7aYRYg1G_C7apPmCF1HwIpIhVGqME7Y5Yk2KB/s200/263_8464.JPG" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />Today is "Fluff-a-Rump on Hump Day" at the Etsy Cloth Diaper Team, which means one team member gets featured and has a give-a-way. Well today that featured member is your very own Laina's Laundry! I am giving away a set of two embellished prefolds. Be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://etsyclothdiapers.blogspot.com/2010/03/lainas-laundry-fluff-rump-featured.html">Etsy Cloth Diaper Team Blog</a> where the contest is actually being held and get your entries in.Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-69813319182260437712010-03-09T19:56:00.003-07:002010-03-09T20:17:32.489-07:00Polenta-Stuffed Poblano Pepper RecipeThis is so good that I had to share. We were trying to figure out what region this would be considered as coming from, but I think it's really just a fusion of different flavors and it definitely works.<br /><br />Also, stay tuned tomorrow for info on the Laina's Laundry give-a-way!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Poblano Peppers Stuffed with Polenta, Sage, Greens and Feta:</span><br />3 cups vegetable broth (I actually used turkey stock)<br />1 cup water<br />3/4 cup dry polenta (corn grits)<br />6 large fresh (not dried) poblano or pasilla chilies<br />2 Tbs olive oil<br />1 cup diced red onion (or about 1/2 a good-sized onion)<br />1 med red bell pepper, diced<br />3 large garlic cloves, minced<br />2 cups packed spinach leaves, chopped small<br />2 tsp dried sage (or 2 Tbs minced fresh sage)<br />1/4 tsp paprika, plus more for sprinkling (I used more like 1/2 tsp)<br />1/4 tsp chipotle powder, plus more for sprinkling (I use smoked paprika since I didn't have chipotle powder. The smokiness lends a similar flavor without the heat of chipotle powder. Again, I used more like 1/2 tsp)<br />salt and pepper to taste<br />1 cup feta cheese, divided<br /><br />Bring broth and water to boil in 4-qt heavy pot; whisk in polenta. Cook over med heat for 2 mins, whisking constantly. Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for about 20-30 mins, stirring frequently, until soft and creamy. I think the timing depends on the coarseness of your particular polenta, so just keep checking and stirring until it seems the liquid is absorbed and you have a thick, creamy porridge.<br /><br />Meanwhile, preheat oven to broil. Place chiles on baking sheet and broil, turning every few minutes until lightly charred. Remove from oven and place in paper bag 5-10 mins until cooled enough to handle. Peel skins, cut slit down length and remove seeds. I ended up having to run them under water to get all the seeds out.<br /><br />Heat oil in large skillet. Saute onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened. Stir in spinach, cook about a minute more. Stir in sage, paprika and chipotle powder (or smoked paprika). Salt and pepper to taste.<br /><br />Put oven back on broil. Stir spinach mixture into polenta and add 1/2 cup feta. Place chilies back on baking sheet with slit side up, and divide polenta mixture among chilies. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup feta. Broil 3-5 mins until browned. Remove from oven, sprinkle with additional paprika and chipotle powder, if desired. Serve immediately.<br /><br />This is pretty labor intensive but so worth it. Also, if I would have thought about it early enough, you can easily prepare the peppers and the filling ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use. Warm the polenta mixture up before stuffing, then stuff the chilies and broil for 5 mins and you're ready to eat.Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-21883832084279492962010-03-08T15:50:00.003-07:002010-03-08T15:58:03.665-07:00Wetbag Give-a-WayThere is a cool Monkey Foot Designs Wetbag give-a-way going on <a href="http://gibsonsurprise.blogspot.com/2010/03/giveaway-monkey-foot-designs.html">here</a>. Be sure to check it out and enter, it's so cute!!<br /><br />And again, be sure to check back on Wednesday for my own give-a-way: a 2-pack of embellished prefolds. The give-a-way will actually happen on the Etsy Cloth Diaper Team blog, but I will link to it from here. Good luck!!Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-14974275529426170292010-03-05T12:42:00.004-07:002010-03-05T13:13:50.140-07:00March ThemeThe Etsy Cloth Diaper team is doing monthly "themes" and March is stripes and polka dots. Here are the listings I have that go along with the theme. Pics are links to the listings, so check them out :)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22962792"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 244px; height: 324px;" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.63735535.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41931847"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 331px; height: 248px;" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.127604648.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41932833"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 245px;" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.127607777.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-55404126817699733872010-03-03T15:25:00.005-07:002010-03-03T15:43:22.145-07:00March 10 Give-A-Way<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9D8Oidd00NTliqhqrOOJv17J71ibb7sib7EoycJSacHXqGhkecE9hvl1zlzIosfp-LTV0f5vy6ttMc8im9ypFhvN6jPbQSWJK_lHHo0-SjaibpyFr2fg4VDunmYHuMWRQZggC-w44d5A/s1600-h/263_8463.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9D8Oidd00NTliqhqrOOJv17J71ibb7sib7EoycJSacHXqGhkecE9hvl1zlzIosfp-LTV0f5vy6ttMc8im9ypFhvN6jPbQSWJK_lHHo0-SjaibpyFr2fg4VDunmYHuMWRQZggC-w44d5A/s320/263_8463.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444540930070033074" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOFDNHtK9T0detjuk_K4-OvXmBHWMQJfYzh7v3i9oLk-63cEsErgWHhGMIxcbQFTl96YKahCUv29eT-DWPuWchZrT2nZrZYGUIivvsANAvfCM31mgOwP9JEadEDHb6kEMNTSszz2bFokA/s1600-h/263_8464.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOFDNHtK9T0detjuk_K4-OvXmBHWMQJfYzh7v3i9oLk-63cEsErgWHhGMIxcbQFTl96YKahCUv29eT-DWPuWchZrT2nZrZYGUIivvsANAvfCM31mgOwP9JEadEDHb6kEMNTSszz2bFokA/s320/263_8464.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444540920185755586" border="0" /></a><br />Just a head's up that Laina's Laundry will be the featured shop on the <a href="http://etsyclothdiapers.com/">Etsy Cloth Diaper Team</a> next Wednesday (March 10) and I will be giving away this beautiful embellished prefold two-pack. Be sure to check here and also the <a href="http://etsyclothdiapers.blogspot.com/">team blog</a> for more info on the 10th.Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-48705718664173476802010-02-09T14:10:00.004-07:002010-02-09T14:22:38.898-07:00Free Printable Valentines<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqad2GgJ5kM0xui6KLDmJ-Oiavzb6sXvippFJGR-hfWmqqy16h7E02M6XBhdnBeG0J80jU-Bju10YmdUChrRZJ8Cbn7a_IoFQAAlYKu08CtPgmf6Le1lJVXS2s_2NYEZIP7NQJqnNbRIM/s1600-h/valentine-5.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 284px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqad2GgJ5kM0xui6KLDmJ-Oiavzb6sXvippFJGR-hfWmqqy16h7E02M6XBhdnBeG0J80jU-Bju10YmdUChrRZJ8Cbn7a_IoFQAAlYKu08CtPgmf6Le1lJVXS2s_2NYEZIP7NQJqnNbRIM/s320/valentine-5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436355633686195986" border="0" /></a><br />You have to check out these super cute, <a href="http://tipnut.com/valentines-printables/">retro valentines</a> (from Tipnut.com)! Just click on the one you want and then print it out. You can also download the images directly to you computer.<br /><br />You could easily print these out on a lightweight cardstock, cut them out, and use them for your child's valentines instead of buying a box at the store (which no doubt are full of cheesy copyrighted characters). If you have older kids, they could certainly help with the printing and/or cutting.<br /><br />I am bummed because we don't have a color printer. But they are so adorable! There are actually two different sets so check <a href="http://tipnut.com/vintage-valentines/">this page</a>, too. Enjoy!Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-40927160163846109792010-02-04T20:38:00.004-07:002010-02-04T20:49:37.441-07:00Hot and Sour Slow-Cooker Soup with PorkThis is a really delicious and healthy soup. We had it all on it's own for dinner and it felt satisfying enough. It's pretty low-glycemic and you could make it even more so by substituting agave for the brown sugar. I made it with pork because I think the flavor works best with the soup and is pretty traditional, but you could easily substitute chicken or even beef (use beef stock instead of chicken). Also, you can add more red pepper flakes when serving if you need more heat like I did.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ingredients:</span><br />1 lb boneless pork ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces or even a bit smaller<br />4 medium carrots, sliced<br />2 medium stalks celery, chopped<br />1 medium onion, chopped<br />1 small to medium head of cabbage, chopped<br />1/4 cup brown sugar<br />4 cups chicken stock (I used homemade turkey stock)<br />1 teaspoon crushed red pepper<br />1 teaspoon kosher salt<br />1/2 teaspoon black pepper<br />1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes, undrained<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Procedure:</span><br />Layer veggies in bottom of large slow-cooker (at least 4 qt, which is what mine is and it barely fit)<br />Layer on pork pieces<br />mix brown sugar, stock, red pepper, salt, pepper and tomatoes in separate bowl and pour on top of veggies and pork<br />cook on low 8-10 hours or high 5-6 hours or until veggies are tender and pork is cooked throughJenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-27928844081553944402010-02-03T15:33:00.002-07:002010-02-03T16:46:12.827-07:00Fluff-a-Rump...The Etsy Cloth Diaper Team is doing something unique and fun - Fluff-a-Rump on Hump Day Giveaways! We are featuring one shop and give-a-way each Wednesday in Feb and then the fun continues on twice a month indefinitely (at least through August)!<br /><br />Today's featured store is Catchick 6 Creations and they are giving away a pair of custom wool longies...wow! Get all the details and enter at the Etsy CD Team Blog here: <a href="http://etsyclothdiapers.blogspot.com/">http://etsyclothdiapers.blogspot.com/</a>Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-88646063034887744502010-01-16T22:45:00.003-07:002010-01-16T22:51:03.467-07:00Wow - affordable organic baby clothes!Life More Simply posted a <a href="http://lifemoresimply.blogspot.com/2010/01/organic-beginnings-review-giveaway.html?showComment=1263706843282_AIe9_BH2GwaebqUDltvNWkrhSfnm9imfrZBEF-pwQSwMQwVLAyZI5lFxBh2D7iPXsCKWe2TL91mRq-v3Sz7oMsmH_EczORszNcB5GPB1yTNNBQQXXsiZHucJjEFSybtlB1eYXelST5aFPBYfWKCUNPGvl_sAXxJ5ZjdrBPeJh_Odz0E8QC2R0YhvLBpVcJxr4TMetCSjA3XHjnqJt-iOueR43gFk2oIB97Xcrnc9LSWfI-gcu66xy45-mhM-9blBxNPWhxbW1z8j#c1541987962351456996">review and give-a-way for Organic Beginnings</a> baby clothes. They are so cute you have to check it out!! But the best part is how affordable they are. With other organic baby clothing getting up into the $40 per piece range, these $15 styles are refreshing and affordable for the average mommy. YAY!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.organicbeginings.com/">Organic Beginnings website.</a><br /><br />How cute is this!!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://windmillwebworks.sytes.net/organicbeginings/sitegraphics/appledoll1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 391px;" src="http://windmillwebworks.sytes.net/organicbeginings/sitegraphics/appledoll1.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-57144203790846515732009-12-01T15:10:00.003-07:002009-12-01T15:19:42.847-07:00Christmas is Coming...<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35758085"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCibFI59GP5U_c1zQGRyo7EpNwHLjz31pJIiSZ-6C_sk03cby3j1AK5AmcILK86l7O5if7my0KxCKNcgeE8KZNCbQmOfdnW9Za8CWki-3PmjPJpjUD9E8Irbf_wXJLTfrw4b6hw9IwfgA/s320/100_8203.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410394522159601234" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />I hope you all had a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving! I can't believe it's already December and I am thinking about Christmas. Being pregnant with baby #2 has slowed down "production" in my Etsy shop, but I did make these festive embellished prefolds. What a great gift for a little one on your list!<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35758085"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhttoUKSn1g_1MVm7OLoRJd_FAUjhTXaBQAcfX3drMR_ZSw9ya_lz_KRHtHXe6WgD82wXmejiIVEa9CRuKRS7oJijoFyhA5ywJ3tBVtkWz-USuuIoN8Prk8ERKKNil7DNz3fII072FJFKs/s320/100_8200.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410394532764161218" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />I also wanted to provide a <a href="http://bakinghistory.wordpress.com/2008/10/30/pumpkin-pie/">link to the recipe I used for pumpkin pie</a> on Thanksgiving. I think it was the best pumpkin pie I've ever had! A quality fresh pumpkin makes all the difference, and I like the fact that it was minimally spiced (I only used cinnamon) and had very little sugar. I put it in a whole wheat pie crust and it was delectable. (One note - I did have to double the recipe to fill a deep-dish pie crust). Maybe a good Christmas dessert if you're not already pumpkin pied-out (which I never am)!Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1502522827881897047.post-91808217493672010772009-10-23T16:40:00.004-06:002009-10-23T16:50:54.696-06:00Moroccan Tagine RecipeI tried this <a href="http://www.mothering.com/recipes/moroccan-tagine">Moroccan Tagine recipe</a> from Mothering Magazine the other night and it was good enough to post about :) I made a couple changes - I used a whole, small onion instead of 1/2, used agave nectar instead of sugar, used a decent-sized butternut squash (not small), and only about 1/2 can of garbanzos (because that's all I had on hand). Next time I think I will make it vegetarian and omit the chicken. It could be a pregnancy thing for me right now, but I didn't really think the chicken complimented the dish. I would also use a lot more onion, like at least one big one. And if you use agave, use less than called for as it is sweeter than sugar.<br /><br />But, the good part - the butternut squash was delicious, and even though the spices and flavors were simple, it really came together well for a great autumn meal. And it's fast. Like 30 minutes fast if you do your chopping during toddler's nap times :) Which makes it a great weeknight meal, too.<br /><br />(Just a note on the pic in the link - that is absolutely not what the dish looks like, not sure where that picture came from but I don't think it belongs with that recipe.)Jenna Hoskinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02411341498576759800noreply@blogger.com0