Home, Food, and Everyday Life
Comforting recipes, homemaking routines, and creative touches that make everyday life meaningful.
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Simplifying Weeknight Meals: More Time for Family Connection
Simplify weeknight meals and bring more connection to your family table with Gousto. Fresh ingredients, simple recipes, and exclusive UK & Ireland discounts.
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6 Go-To Slow Cooker Autumn Meals for When Life Gets Busy
Busy evenings don’t mean you have to sacrifice comfort food. These 6 go-to slow cooker autumn meals — from chicken casserole to chili and cottage pie — are nourishing, hearty, and simple to prepare. Pop the ingredients in the slow cooker in the morning, and enjoy a warm, home-cooked dinner ready when you are.
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Slow Cooker Chilli con Carne- A Cosy Family Favourite
There’s nothing better than a pot of chili simmering away in the slow cooker. This easy chili con carne recipe is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for cozy family dinners served with rice.
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Slow Cooker Beef & Vegetable Cottage Pie
Rich, hearty, and full of flavour, this slow cooker beef and vegetable cottage pie filling is the perfect cosy family dinner. Easy to make, budget-friendly, and ideal for busy weeknights or Sunday lunch — just top with creamy mashed potatoes and bake until golden.
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Five Things I Do Every Day to Keep the House Ticking Over
Want to keep your home running smoothly without spending all day cleaning? These five everyday habits help me stay on top of things—without the overwhelm.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas
A simple, delicious slow cooker chicken fajitas recipe made with tender chicken breasts, peppers, onions, and a homemade spice blend. Perfect for busy weekdays or Taco Tuesday, with minimal prep and big flavour. Includes step-by-step instructions, serving suggestions, and a printable recipe card.
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Slow Cooker Ham Fillet
One of my favourite slow cooker recipes, this traditional Irish-style ham fillet is simple to prepare and wonderfully versatile — perfect for cozy dinners, fresh sandwiches, or a holiday table.
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Teens in the Kitchen: Easy Beef Tacos for Taco Tuesday
Get teens cooking with this easy beef taco recipe—perfect for building confidence in the kitchen and serving up fun, flavorful family dinners.
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Teen Pizza Recipe: 2 Ways to Make Homemade Pizza
Looking for an easy homemade pizza recipe your teens can actually make? In this post, we share two teen-friendly pizza recipes — one from scratch and one quick time-saver version — perfect for building kitchen skills, boosting confidence, and enjoying a delicious midweek dinner. Simple, cheesy, and always a hit!
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Chicken Curry: A Simple, Healthy Meal Teens Can Make Together
Teaching teens to cook is about more than just food—it’s about life skills, confidence, and being present together in the heart of the home. This easy homemade chicken curry with rice and naan bread is a delicious, family-friendly recipe that encourages intentional living and real connection. Simple, nourishing, and teen-approved, it’s a perfect place to start.
