Porcupine Meatballs

With all of the dietary restrictions in our house, it's rare that the three of us can sit down and actually eat the exact same thing! However, when my Aunt Ruth made dinner for the family on one of my two recent trips to Arizona, it was love at first bite for this recipe:

Porcupine Meatballs

1 lb. ground beef

1 c. Minute Rice

1/2 c. water

1/3 c. finely chopped onions

1 tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. garlic powder

1 15 oz. can tomato sauce

1 c. water

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. Mix first 6 ingredients together by hand in a large mixing bowl.

3. Form meat into balls (about golf ball size) and place in a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish (spray with Pam first for easier cleanup). 

4. Mix together tomato sauce and 1 c. water; pour over meatballs.

5. Cover with foil and bake for 45-minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15-minutes.

Yep, it's that easy!

xx JN

Moment of Reflection

Ever since we returned from vacation, I have found myself thinking a lot about the importance of quiet time, reflection, and introspection. Now that summer has been ushered out, and fall welcomed in, everything is back to the hustle and bustle. So in every possible way I can, I am trying to channel the softness and restfulness vacation brought me. And sometimes, it comes merely in the form of clothing for the day. Whatever I can do to keep myself reminded that deep breaths are vital, quiet moments are a necessity, and being still is of great importance - not to mention, all of those things give me the fuel to go, go, go! If it's going to be a crazy day, then why not be dressed in something that feels decadent and rich? That is what I felt with this:

Blouse: stylist's own / Skirt: Joe Fresh / Boots: Guess (last year - similar here) / Necklace: vintage (personal collection)

Stylist: Amy Keller

Photographer: James Newman

Fast Friday Dinner

There are simply those nights where you need a delicious, but quick, dinner: and this one is one of my favorites! I'm able to pick these great items up at my local grocery store, and it only takes a few minutes to toss together. Find your favorites, keep them on hand, and when your day is hectic, at least you don't have to sacrifice a great meal. TGIF, my lovelies! xx JN

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