Dempsey Bakery

Dempsey Bakery

When it comes to vegan and gluten free food, we don't always have the best luck finding places to eat out. However when we do, I love to share my experience with others so they too can enjoy these restaurants as they travel. We just traveled to Arkansas, even though...

Daddy’s Patties

Daddy’s Patties

As a child, I attended a church youth group that spent time together at our youth pastor's house on Friday nights. I had the memories of gathering with friends, riding a motorcycle around the property, swinging from a rope tied on the tree, singing songs and roasting...

Oregano Spaghetti Sauce

Oregano Spaghetti Sauce

I have never had the chance to visit Italy. Maybe one day, I get that opportunity, but for now, I must make the best of my Italy here in the states. I love pasta and a good sauce. However, after realizing that my body rejects onions, I have not found a good tomato...

Oatmeal Burgers

Oatmeal Burgers

I have to admit, I have tried several vegan patty recipes and they have either fallen apart or they are really dry. This recipe I found on yummly.com, it was the first one that tasted very good and stayed together without any problems. I did find that they were not as salty as I would like and I don’t usually put a lot of salt in my food. I also used gluten free oats to make these gluten free burgers for my children. The girls at three of them in one sitting. So, I will be going back to this recipe and making more. I may also freeze them too. LOVE IT!!!! I hope you enjoy them too.

Fried Rice

Fried Rice

Being vegan, I could not enjoy the fried rice at the restaurants we went to, because of the egg they put in it.  I personally wish they had an egg free option for those of us that would like to indulge for an evening. Tonight, I wanted to indulge in a fried rice...

Brown Rice

Brown Rice

Brown rice is essential in our household since we do not consume large amounts of bread. Since we do consume a moderate amount of brown rice, I usually have to make it in large portions to last for the week between 4 people. I found a person who has made my life...

The Colburn family — Jennifer, Mike, and their daughters — on a boardwalk in autumn

Hi friends, I’m Jennifer Colburn. Welcome to our healthy homestead. This is a place where my husband, Mike Colburn, and I will share our love for healthy cooking, coffee, travel, faith, insurance, and our journey toward a country life.

Our mission is to encourage families to live whole, healthy lives — good food on the table, faith at the center, and the people you love protected and cared for. We’re so glad you’re here!

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