This week's mini minimalist challenge was another show stopper! 

I can't believe what a transformation this had on my kitchen, environment, and morning coffee routine.

Week 9: Simplify your coffee or tea setup

Since I am the only coffee and tea drinker in the house, I switched to this small Keurig a few years back. (I got it on sale for less than $50). 

Prior to this challenge, I had my k-cups along with my tea bags in a cupboard …

We're halfway through Q1 (the first quarter of the year) and so much minimizing has already happened! 

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Here is my latest accountability: 

Week 6: Choose 3 kitchen tools you don’t need

I already did this in Week 2 whoops!

and I don't have any shelves to complete the next challenge:

Week 7: Declutter one shelf (just one!)

Why don't I have shelves? 

For several years I lived …

Mardi Gras kicks off this Tuesday! 

This week's Make it Tonight recipe is one I love to make at the end of the week to utilize all the leftover bits of vegetables I have. It is also a perfect cozy dish for Mardi Gras!

Before I get to the recipe, if you're wondering...

The Difference Between Gumbo and Jambalaya:

Gumbo and jambalaya both feature the "holy trinity" (onions, bell peppers, celery) and rice, but differ primarily in texture and preparation: …

Holy food trifecta! 

The Super Bowl just happened and now it's almost Valentine's Day, then Mardi Gras and St. Patricks is coming soon! 

Don't worry, I've got you covered! 

This week's meal plan is full of celebratory hits! 

You definitely don't want to miss this tasty mouth party! 

Simple, easy, healthy, plant-based recipes.

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INCLUDED WITH THIS MEAL PLAN:

Mighty Aphrodite Bowls

Ethiopian red lentils 

Irish nachos

Broccoli Fritters

Palak "Paneer"

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Week 5's challenge was to "edit your spice" rack. 

While my main spice drawer is beautifully organized (see below) my overstock was getting out of control. 

Main Spice drawer:

Overstock (BEFORE)

What I Did: 

✔️ Refilled my salt and pepper grinders

✔️ Topped off spices with the 'back stock' 

✔️ Resolved to buy LESS when I purchase bulk bin spices 

✔️ Evaluated what I actually use in the next year 

✔️ Gifted what I 'rejected' 👇

Since I know …