Can you tell that fall is my favorite season? Lol Since August is usually school shopping, getting out of vacation mode and getting back into work mode, and there’s still a few days left, I have some suggestions that may be helpful!
August Is Black Business Month
Inflation is affecting everyone, especially small businesses. Every purchase counts PLUS there is a PLETHORA of items for you and the family
Need that cup of coffee in the morning to get you going?
Try https://linktr.ee/caribbrew they offer coffee, tea and chocolate!
Tired of barrettes that fall out?
When you’re rushing to do your daughter’s hair in the morning, you don’t have time to fuss around with barrettes. This mother and daughter team created these and GUARANTEE no slippage. https://linktr.ee/gabbybows
School Supplies
https://www.schoolboxtoolbox.com/
Menstrual Protection
Being in school and experiencing cramps is hard enough. Worrying about possibly staining your clothes and the embarrassment is another. This 12 YEAR OLD boss created period panties with a heating pad to solve that problem. https://awesomeliyou.com/
For The Toddlers and Preschoolers
It is so important, even at an early age, for our children to see themselves represented on television.
TV Shows - https://linktr.ee/Omoberry_official - YT, https://youtu.be/G0F2PiVP_FI - YT, Eureka - Disney+, Gabbys Dollhouse - Netflix
Yes, at some point you have to cook LOL
If you’re like me, you still have the same pots and pans from 10 years ago. Since you have to cook anyway, why not upgrade to this GORGEOUS cookware?
What I Am LOVING This Month
- COOLER WEATHER
- Harlem on Amazon Prime
- My Deep Fryer Chefman Deep Fryer with Basket Strainer, 4.5 Liter XL Jumbo Size Adjustable Temperature & Timer, Perfect Chicken, Shrimp, French Fries, Chips & More, Removable Oil Container, Black. You can watch how I used it! Click this link: https://www.instagram.com/p/CgcRba-vJPC/
- COOLER WEATHER … did I mention that already?
- Let me know what your current obsessions are!
Recipes
Shredded Chicken
This recipe is PERFECT for a family, does not heat up your kitchen, is freezer friendly and can be used in so many different ways. Quesadillas, over nachos, burritos, tacos, over salad … the list is ENDLESS.
Ingredients
Crockpot
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons dried thyme
- 3 tablespoons garlic minced
- 2 small red onions, chopped
- 1 green and red pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 15oz jar of salsa (mild or hot)
- 1 4.5oz can green chilies
- 1 14.5oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 8oz jar green salsa
- 4 large chicken breasts
Preparation
- Dump all of the ingredients in your crockpot except for the chicken breasts
- Stir everything until well combined
- Submerge your chicken breasts into the liquid
- If using a crockpot, set on high for 5 hours.
- Take chicken out of the crockpot, shred and place back in to absorb all of the flavors.
- You can either use right away or let cool and portion it out in freezer ziplock bags for future use.
Chili
This is another DELICIOUS meal that is budget friendly (per person lol), can feed the whole family and the leftovers can be used to make other dishes. Sounds like a win-win to me!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 can kidney or black beans, drained
- 1 15oz can of tomato sauce
- 1 28 oz can of diced tomatoes
- 2 onions, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, chopped or minced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon each: dried thyme, oregano and parsley
- ½ teaspoon each: allspice and cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation
- In a heavy bottomed pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef for 5 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain but leave about a tablespoon of oil in the pot. Set meat aside.
- Stir in the onions, garlic, celery, green pepper, thyme, oregano, parsley, allspice, cinnamon, chili powder, cumin, kosher salt and pepper. Sautee for 2 to 3 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- Place the ground beef back into the pot. Add the rest of your ingredients: beans, tomato sauce and diced tomatoes
- Bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover and let simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally.
That’s it for this month Family!
I’m offering Back To School Catering Specials! Contact me at food@tresiascatering so we can discuss how I can make your life easier.
When you get a moment, check out my Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/TresiasCatering
As always, thank you for taking the time to read my rambling. It is much appreciated.
Cooking may not always be pretty … but it should always be passionate!
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