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Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy Squares {THM S}

March 1, 2017

Low-Carb Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy Bite Recipe

Chocolate and peanut butter. In my world, the flavor combinations don't get much better that that! So when my sweet tooth starts me craving a Reese's cup, I need to make sure I have a healthier option on hand. The struggle is real, friends. … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Raspberry Applesauce Recipe

September 8, 2015

Slow Cooker Raspberry Applesauce || TheSimplePen.com

When my husband announced that the apples on my parents' tree were ready to be picked, I admit that I panicked just a little. Things have been incredibly busy around here (despite our attempts to maintain white space on our calendar). I wasn't sure … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Vanilla Applesauce

October 7, 2014

Slow Cooker Vanilla Applesauce

This post originally appeared on this site in 2011. With apple season upon us, I wanted to remind you of this easy and delicious way to use those apples. Homemade applesauce is definitely a fall favorite at our house, especially when it's … [Read more...]

Gluten-Free Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe

August 21, 2014

Gluten-Free Chocolate Zucchini Bread || TheSimplePen.com

Earlier this week, Emma and I both felt like baking. A friend had brought us a zucchini from his garden, and Emma decided we should make our chocolate zucchini bread. We only had one problem... Our recipe called for wheat flour. We wanted to make … [Read more...]

Summer Fruit Salad {with Orange Essential Oil}

June 4, 2014

Summer Fruit Salad with Orange Essential Oil || TheSimplePen.com

Today I'm excited to share with you yet another use for Young Living Essential Oils..... recipes! This post is just one of thirty-five yummy summer recipes in the Essentially Summer Recipe Series. A special welcome to those of you stopping by from … [Read more...]

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Welcome! I'm Jennifer - wife and homeschooling mom, Jesus-follower, lover of big ideas & good books, encourager, essential oil user, website designer. I have a crazy love for baking, printables, and hospitality. So grab a cup of coffee (or lemon water), prop up your feet, and stay for a while.
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