A Cultivated Nest

Delicious Homemade Chipotle Mayo

Flavored mayos are a great way to spice up a sandwich or to use as a dipping sauce! Smooth and creamy with a delicious kick, homemade chipotle mayonnaise is perfect drizzled over nachos, slathered on a turkey breast sandwiches or burgers, or put some on fish taco’s ( or regular taco’s for that matter). It's also really (really) good used as a dip for fries, veggies, taquitos, or other finger ... Read More about Delicious Homemade Chipotle Mayo

Mini Lemon Berry Cheesecake In A Jar

Serve this delicious No-Bake Lemon Berry Cheesecake in a cute little mason jar for a perfect spring and summer dessert! A tasty way to use sweet berries in a dessert that ends any meal on a good note. Layered with graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake with a hint of lemon, and an amazing berry puree. This will be a family favorite, especially during the warm months. Make sure you dig all the ... Read More about Mini Lemon Berry Cheesecake In A Jar

10 Tips For The Newly Frugal

We all have to start somewhere and learning a new skill can be hard! It doesn't matter whether that skill is something like baking your own bread or something as complex as learning to code websites, it can be discouraging, frustrating and at times, even make you want to walk away from it. Learning how to save money shouldn't be like that. Below you’ll find 10 tips for the newly frugal. These ... Read More about 10 Tips For The Newly Frugal

Easy To Make Coffee & Ginger Soap

Not only are handmade soaps a beautiful addition to your sink they can also be customized with scent, color, and texture for yourself or to create a lovely gift for someone. Since I have a hubby who likes to tinker- on cars, around the yard, etc… I try to keep the scents from being too girly and the uses multi functional. While this smells yummy, it is also great for removing grease, dirt, and ... Read More about Easy To Make Coffee & Ginger Soap

4 Reasons You May Not Want To Use Cash Envelopes

The cash envelope system is an extremely easy budget for most people to manage. Basically, at the beginning of the month, you categorize your bills and expenses, write each one on an envelope and give that envelope a dollar amount, then fill each one with the cash needed to pay everything. Once that money is gone, you stop spending money in that category. Budgets aren't one size fits all though! ... Read More about 4 Reasons You May Not Want To Use Cash Envelopes

Easy Individual 7 Layer Dip Cups

Dips are a great appetizer for parties and get-togethers. 7 layer dip has become a staple at most gatherings! I love to put mine together in individual cups for easy serving. Are you hosting or need a contribution to a game day or Cinco de Mayo party? 7 layer dip cups are just the thing with layers of fresh veggies, creamy refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, cheese and other toppings - that ... Read More about Easy Individual 7 Layer Dip Cups