Do you struggle to season your food? Growing up there wasn’t a meal at a restaurant my mom, Norma Jean, didn’t comment on, giving it a pass or fail grade on it’s seasoning level. She’s always had the Midas touch when it comes to cooking and now we can too thanks to what I call Magic Seasoning!
Here’s the DIY blend my mom gives an A+:
1 cup salt
1/4 cup ground black pepper
1/4 cup garlic powder
Combine well & store in an airtight container. Use in ANY savory dish!
You’re probably not the only one who enjoys a stiff drink- your tulips need one too! Here’s a hack that’ll keep your flowers fresh longer.
This is a before and after comparison to show what a little bit of vodka can do.
You’ll need to use 7 parts water to 1 part vodka, trim your flowers, put them in a vase and you’re good to go!
P.S: don’t use your top shelf vodka for this one, use something more affordable (no offense Smirnoff!)
Do you have buttermilk in your fridge? Me, either! I got tired of buying the entire carton only to have a recipe call for a cup, so I started making my own. This is one of the easiest and handiest kitchen hacks out there – transforming ANY milk, including DF and nut milks in 1 step. The best part, you already have what you need!
DIY: Buttermilk
You’ll need 1 Cup of milk (any kind) and 1 Tablespoon of lemon juice. Stir both together. Let stir 5 – 10 minutes and it’s ready to use!
No lemons?
No worries! White vinegar or apple cider vinegar work, too.
When was the last time you were excited about unpacking your suitcase? I can’t remember, either! Here’s an easy and affordable packing hack that saves me countless life minutes on the road and at home!
Now, you can fit a week’s worth of clothing into your carry on with a cloth tiered hanging shelf.
Just fold your outfits and place each day on a shelf.
Then, collapse it right into your luggage.
When you arrive at your destination, pull it out and hang it up!
How much to do you enjoy packing for a trip? Honestly, it’s one of my least favorite parts of getting away. To make it easier, here are some of my favorite packing hacks. This video has gone viral on my TikTok account with more than 875K views and counting! I wanted to make sure you saw these before your next trip.
HACK #1
Use a vitamin holder to keep rings and earrings neat and separated. I’d recommend a large or extra large one to be able to fit rings or bigger earrings!
HACK #2
Large plastic straws work great at keeping necklaces from tangling! Drop one side in and pull it through to close.
HACK #3
Pack an oven mitt to store your hot irons when you’re on the go.
HACK #4
Until you can get home to do your laundry, pack some dryer sheets. Stick one of these with the dirty clothes to help with the smell!
HACK #5
Last, but not least, don’t forget small trash bags. They’re great for wet swimsuits and dirty shoes!
Happy packing!
How do you wash your bras? Growing up I was always told hand washing was the only option, now I know better! Here’s a hack that starts in the bedroom…
If you don’t have a lingerie bag, grab a pillow case and toss your bra right in!
Loosely tie & drop it into the washer. You’ll then add detergent, select the delicate setting, cold water and let it rip!
Instead of putting it into the dryer, we’re going to put it on a hanger to dry.
And there you have it, no more hand washing! This is a lingerie hack you’ll want to pass down.
click photo to see me in action!
Do you marinate your steaks, chicken or tofu before cooking? I have found I can make any piece of meat taste better when I do. Here’s a 3 ingredient magic marinade that works on almost anything!
Main marinade ingredients
1/4 Cup Soy Sauce (I use GF)
1/4 Cup Avocado Oil
2/3 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
Optional add-ins:
1 tsp. Minced Garlic
1/4 Cup Worcestershire sauce
STEP 1
Place meat in a baggie. Salt and pepper well.
STEP 2
Mix 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce (I use GF), 1/4 Cup Avocado Oil & 2/3 Cup Balsamic Vinegar.
STEP 3
Pour and marinate in the refrigerator 1 – 4 hours, flipping halfway through. Can marinate longer, just not longer than 24 hours.
This seriously makes ANY meat you buy takes a lot better!
What’s the longest you’ve been able to keep a cut avocado green? The minute we slice one open they start aging and the rush is on to use it before it turns brown, right?
Here are 3 tricks to keep an opened avocado green for days!
TIP #1
Store cut side down in a container of water!
TIP #2
Store with a piece of onion- the sulfur helps keep the color.
TIP #3
Spray avocados with oil (I’m using Chosen Organic Avocado Oil Spray) and wrap with plastic.
Place all 3 methods in the fridge for 2-3 days!
Do your bananas ripen faster than you’d like? Here’s how to slow their roll and keep them fresh longer!
Have you ever wondered what that tape on top of the banana bunch was for? Well, that little piece of tape serves a purpose.
Go grab your plastic wrap, we’re about to save a bunch!
Separate your bananas and wrap each top with plastic- this slows down the release of ethylene gas which causes them to ripen fast.
There you have it, perfectly wrapped bananas that won’t ripen too fast!
Have you seen the price of roses this year? They’re through the roof! Here’s a fun craft to spread Valentine’s Day love for a steal, using recycled holiday decor!
Grab a clearance gingerbread house and your leftover pink and red candies for this craft, we’re making a Valentine Love Shack.
Any assortment of Valentine’s Day candy you have will do! Grab the candy hearts, the pink and white mini chocolate balls, M&Ms… and grab the whole family while you’re at it!
Using Organic White Frosting & All-natural Red Food Coloring, stir up some pink frosting.
Get as creative as you’d like here! I like to use a Piping Tool for ease.
Voila! We have ourselves a beautiful, festive Love Shack.
Do you like chicken wings? I love them, but if you’re like me and worry about how fried they are, this hack is for you! These wings happen to be keto, paleo, low carb, baked and don’t require an air fryer. A superbowl staple- crispy chicken wings coming right up, just in time for the big game!
RECIPE: 10 WINGS
Toss wings in 1 T. baking powder & 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Place on foil-lined pan with baking rack. Bake at 250F for 30 minutes, then turn oven up to 425F and bake for 45 more minutes.
When they’re ready to come out of the oven, toss into a bowl & top with your favorite sauce.
Take a bite & enjoy!
You won’t believe what we’re going to do with this common household item and I bet you’ve never heard of this hack before! Plus, this hack could come in handy for opening gifts this year…🎁
LORAfied Can Opener Hack ⬇️
Let’s start with an all-too-familiar situation…
I don’t know how many times I’ve almost hurt myself trying to open packaging like this! I have a feeling I’m not alone here. Usually, you try using your trusty kitchen scissors, struggle a bit more, and then want to just give up.
But WAIT!
You have a can opener handy & I have just the hack you need.
Simply use your can opener just like normal. It’ll cut a nice, clean edge so things pop right out!
🌟Mission accomplished🌟
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