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"It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness."
—Thomas Carlyle
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WHEN SOMEBODY TELLS YOU YOUR BRA IS SHOWING, THE BEST REPLY IS "THANK YOU FOR NOTICING BECAUSE IT WAS EXPENSIVE"
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It’s almost November! Summer is truly behind us, and it’s time to surrender to comfort. That means something different to each of us: a beautiful cup of coffee, a warm blanket, a lovely book. Cozy evenings bring to mind the beautiful Scandinavian concept of hygge (pronounced HOO-gah) and encourage me to get back to basics. Hygee is all about creating a feeling of “being safe and allowed to let our guard down,” according to The Hygge Way: Pursuing Everyday Happiness.
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COZY IN MY CABIN
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For me, hygge is brought to life through delicious autumn eating. I’ve pulled together six of my favorite fall weeknight meals. They’re all excellent choices to create a cozy evening.
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THIS CHICKEN ALWAYS MAKES ME FEEL WARM AND FUZZY
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If you haven’t made my Hot Clementine Sumac Roast Chicken, now is the moment. It is sumptuous and lovely, and the gorgeous hot paprika, sumac, and citrus combine to become a lovely dinner that’s easy enough for weeknight eating and spectacular for company. Plus, the leftovers are awesome!
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NOTHING SAYS COZY LIKE CASSEROLE
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Cheeseburger Casserole sounds simple, and although it’s not complicated, it does take a bit of finesse. This casserole is such a treat, and your kids are going to go crazy for it! It happens to be beautiful in my MadeIn porcelain baking dish. Use code CRUMBLES for a discount on this beautiful baking dish!
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THIS SOUP IS PERFECT FOR A COMFY VIBE
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Soup is perfect to create a bit of cozy at any meal. Here I’ve switched out the asparagus and peas for cabbage and cauliflower in my Farmers Market Soup. That’s the beauty of a soup: you can create a version based on what’s in season. Just keep it fresh and don’t overthink it. Be creative in the kitchen, using this recipe as a guide.
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YOU'RE GOING TO WANT TO MAKE THIS SANDWICH...
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My wonderful Italian Sub with Marinated Onions is also a fall favorite. Crunchy, cheesy, and delicious, it’s easy to make, and the Marinated Red Onions make everything a bit better. This sub is perfect for weeknight eating, and it’s a meal you’re going to make on repeat.
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THIS RECIPE IS ALWAYS A FAN FAVORITE
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My Whole30 version of Salisbury Steak is the definition of comfort food. I make the meat mixture a day in advance, so I can just sauté as needed. Feel free to use regular breadcrumbs if you’re not on Whole30. You and your favorite eaters will absolutely love this old-school favorite!
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I LOVE MAKING RIFFS ON ROY'S PASTA DISHES |
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Sometimes nothing will satisfy but pasta. I’m so lucky that it’s Roy’s specialty. This Mushroom, Broccolini and Chicken Pasta is a riff on one of his magnificent dishes. When you make it for your family or friends, they’ll be convinced you’re a pasta superstar! Of course, pasta is always better served in a Roy Bowl. This dish can be made vegetarian quite easily.
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IT LOOKS LIKE I'LL BE WEARING THESE IN EVERY COLOR... THEY SURE ARE COMFORTABLE!
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If you’ve been following my Year of Health, you’ll know I’ve felt kicked in the ass this past month. Ongoing pain and difficulty walking have taken me to amazing levels of fear about my future health. As a result, I wound up in the ER. Here’s the good news: apparently, I have the knees of a 30-year-old, with no arthritis at all. The bad news is that I have a lot of unbelievably painful inflammation. I’m going to be OK, and I’m going to heal, incorporating physical therapy and acupuncture to aid the process. I deeply appreciate you joining me, especially on this part of the journey.
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“People are like stained glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in their true beauty is revealed only if there is light from within.”
—Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
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THE NOCRUMBSLEFT TEAM IS SO EXCITED TO MEET YOU!
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We’re so excited about our in-person Chicago meetup at The Spice House, one of my favorite Chicago destinations. On November 4th from 6-8pm, stop by, say hi, and hang out with me, along with team members Molly and Fernanda! Bring your cookbook, and I’ll be happy to sign it. See you there!
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WELCOME TO COZY SEASON
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There’s nothing cozier in the Shop than our magnificent nocrumbsleft Bone Broth Mugs. Perfect for bone broth, coffee, oatmeal, tea, or whatever warms your soul, these beauties come in more than a dozen colors. My personal favorite is Moondust, Molly loves Daffodil, Fernanda adores Pearl Tie-Dye, and Roy prefers Ruby. They’re such a beautiful way to love yourself! Perfect for the cozy season, they make a wonderful gift for your favorite teacher.
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