Minding My Matties

If you would have told me two months ago that I would create a new business selling homemade health & wellness products, I would not have believed you. But yet, here we are. As many of you know, I am VERY passionate about natural medicine and prefer to use what God gave us in nature when we are sick before resorting to modern medicine (Yes, I know there is a time and a place for modern medicine). Because of this, I figured it was a good idea to share what I am so passionate about with others so they could reap the benefits for their family as well! For more info as to what I make and how to order, check out my Matties Medicinals page! After reading THIS  and seeing how beneficial elderberries could be as an immune booster and to prevent cold & flu, I decided to make some Elderberry Syrup for our family to try. I also knew I could make it for so much cheaper than it was to buy it locally. The prices were just so expensive!  It really isn’t that expensive to m...

This recipe is originally from a Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Recipe book from over 30 years ago. Who knew they put together recipe books? I sure didn’t until my mother-in-law told me about this recipe. My husband loved it growing up and it is super simple so I’m glad she gave me a copy! It is fantastic for an easy weeknight dinner, especially served with a salad and garlic bread.  I make this when I can’t figure out what I want to make and/or don’t have the time nor want to make the effort to figure out what I should make for dinner. Ha!  I usually always have the ingredients on hand or in the freezer so it’s a fantastic last-minute, backup meal for us. It’s also super affordable since it doesn’t use too many fancy, expensive ingredients. Of course, you can always use organic vegetables, chicken, and homemade tomato soup if you wanted to make it healthier and just a little pricier! Like all of my recipes, I always change something up. I d...