One morning we were outside at about 6 am and I remember thinking that I hope we still get out on little outdoor adventures all over the place even when we don’t have a one-year-old to keep busy..

If you have a big crock pot, add more beans or tomatoes.Here’s how it looks:.

At this point, depending on how much extra time I have and how happy the baby is, I might add a dash of this and that out of the cupboard or the fridge, but usually I don’t.(Ideas: Oregano, Basil, Soy sauce, Italian seasoning, Cajun seasoning, Worchestershire sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, grated carrots, chopped spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, etc.)I love this recipe because it’s totally do-able while holding a baby and then, voila, I’ve made 4 meals worth of food!

It makes me feel competent as a homekeeper for sure.So, you can stir it at this point or not.

Put the lid on and let it cook on low all day, or at least 5-6 hours.

Stir it every few hours so the meat doesn’t all cook in a clump.. At dinner time it’s ready!.Subscribe by email to receive free posts straight to your inbox, or follow along using any (or all!)

of the methods below!OK, so you may think it’s a little late to be sharing ornaments seeing as most people probably have had their tree up and decorated for a few weeks now, but hear me out!.I saw at least 3 different trucks with trees in the back this weekend.

And those are just the “real tree” people.So it may not be too late to help a few folks out with a fun ornament idea.. Also, if you’re like me, you may be already planning for next year.