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- What’s the Difference between vegan and vegetarian?on Mar 28, 2015 in RecipesAs a vegetarian myself (in the process of becoming a vegan), I often get asked what’s the difference between vegan and vegetarian? I’ll try to clarify things out. First, neither vegans, nor vegetarians eat meat. That’s something the...
- How to retire early : some do it in less than 12 years!on Mar 22, 2015 in FrugalityHow to retire early… Wow! Isn’t it the dream of many of us since the big crisis of 2008 with all the layoffs and all the stress? In the recent years, I frequently felt on blogs talking about early retirement and about how to reach it whil...
- Best way to clean a dishwasher : Don’t replace your dishwasher… yet!on Mar 21, 2015 in Tips & TricksWe work a lot and with the family to manage, lunches to make, clothes to wash, I’ll admit that my sink almost always has dirty dishes in it! Whatever I could do… I could clean 24/7… I’m pretty convinced that there will alway...
- Our first month in the bakery business.We made it. We made it through our first month of being open. How is that possible?! Can you believe you have been open for an entire four weeks? I know a lot of you haven’t had a chance to stop by. However, we have been insanely busy and the f...
- Donut promotionOne of our most popular items are our donuts. So, how about free donuts?! This last few weeks being open has been amazing! Everyone has been so supportive. As a thank you, come in and get a free donut! Limit one per customer. Something else fu...
- A brand new bakery- a brand new adventure.on Apr 22, 2014 in bakery storiesA brand new Bakery Momma Hen’s Bakery is born. Quincy, Ky, where the road leads through a population of 727 people, one church, one post office, a sprinkling of homes, lots of trees, and unpaved roads. This doesn’t sound like the ideal pl...
- Mini Christmas villageon Dec 15, 2013 in Etc.Every year I walk by the Christmas displays and stop in my tracks when I get the first glance of the miniature Christmas village display. My heart melts when I peek through the itty bitty windows and see children opening presents or Santa comi...
- Kentucky Bourbon Ginger Spice Cake with cream cheese frosting (Recipe included!)on Dec 11, 2013 in Etc.So, last time I blogged I told you guys about my new adventure- MommaHen’s Bakery. Originally, my plan was to do something very small from home. After talking with our local health department, I realized that’...
- The easiest method for homemade pure pumpkin puree Every year we toss our Halloween pumpkins in the trash. I’ve always heard, since I was young, that making pumpkin puree was just easier to buy in a can. It was far too difficult to make your own. Clearly, the person telling me this had n...
- Black bean brownieson Oct 18, 2013 in Etc.Are you ever just having one of “those” days? The kind of days where you want to get lost in your favorite movie and shove chocolate in your face until all your worries are drowned in caloric bliss? The following day you look in the mirror...
- 5 second pumpkin transformationsWhat will you do with your pumpkins?
- Taking indoor decorating outside: Fall decoratingon Sep 23, 2013 in Etc. Fall Fall decorating mantel mantel outside outdoor rustic rustic mantel outdoorsMantels are the easiest way to inject decor into each and every holiday. Mantels don’t have to be traditional. You can use a shelf, top of a dresser or table, or even an outdoor mantel. A few years ago, before any indoor renovations, I had a tr...
- Chicken Tortilla Soupon Sep 16, 2013 in Etc. avacado chicken cilantro cold weather soup spicy stew tortialla chips tortillaShredded grilled chicken, deep roasted flavorful chicken broth, warm fajita spices:A one-pot meal to cure all cold weather blues. Whether you’re searching for a meal to make for your sweet this Valentine’s Day or a soul-warming-family din...
- MommaHen’s 2013 Fall displayIf you have been a fan of mine for a while, you know that I am a huge fan of Fall. Basically, I am no fan of extreme weather. period. If it’s too hot or too cold, you will find me indoors. When Fall rolls around and presents it’s beautifu...
- Past Fall projects to inspireon Sep 5, 2013 in Etc. country garden in Fall decorating with junk Fall decor Fun and spooky ladder pumpkin wagon wheelA few of my favorite past Fall projects for inspiration: Utilizing an unfinished project. deconstructed , rustic, Fall decor : a door makeover door makeover-with a twist crockpot apple butter-our new tradition classroom treat TRICK bags spi...
- Chocolate.Healthy chocolate: An oxymoron, right? Wrong. It’s actually quite the opposite….in moderation, of course. Studies have shown chocolate may support cardiovascular health, reduce BMI, and may even lower blood pressure. While the studies are...
- A family night movie snack recipeon Aug 22, 2013 in Etc. caramel chocolate kids movie night movie snack peanut butter popcorn snack snack mix“Who wants to have movie night?!” Six little words that spark undeniable excitement each and every time. Although “movie night” rarely differs from any other night, it causes a stir among the kids, scattering them to th...
- A brand new food blog!You may have noticed that this blog, here at mommahenscoop.com, contains more food than just about anything. I love food. It has always been my passion. I have recently gathered up some of the most amazingly talented women I know to create a brand ne...
- DIY succulent lantern planter Usually when something breaks you throw it away right? Yeah, right. You know me better than that by now! I’ve had this lantern for years and only just recently the glass panes broke. I started to toss it, but knew I could come up with so...
- Guest Post: RL Wright Photographyon Aug 2, 2013 in Etc. backdrop clue diy food photography make your own photography backgrounds photography recyclingOur neighborhood is building houses and they were discarding these wood stakes by the handful. So I rescued them from the trash. I knew I could use them for building a background for my food photos, but this could also be used for any kind of table t...
