April’s Abundantly Blessed Blog

Do you have any family memories that make you feel warm, fuzzy, and loved? Sunday dinner was my family’s tradition, and it taught me how families should treat one another. A single bite of my Grandma’s famous sweet potato pie sent sensations of joy throughout my body! I can smell the whiff of well-seasoned chicken as I type and still hear the laughter fill the room. My Grandma’s hugs and smile were the icing on the cake! Memories like these are the reason I am passionate about providing excellent senior home care in Philadelphia.

Those were the good old days, but with food prices steadily increasing, sometimes it seems impossible to continue our Sunday dinner tradition. Since I know what it’s like to live on a fixed income and barely have enough money for food, I decided to shop with intention, resourcefulness, and an abundant mindset!

So, how does Abundantly Blessed Home Care help Philadelphia seniors keep their cabinets and refrigerators stocked with nutritious and delicious foods? Easy!

We provide MANY RESOURCES, like:
🍲Reliable transportation to affordable supermarkets and quality food pantries
🍲Meal prep and food storage for up to six months!
🍲Clipping coupons and assisting with shopping online
🍲Personal home care and companionship while shopping and cooking

Now, let’s get into a few couponing hacks your wallet will thank you for!
🛒Save your receipts because they usually have deals at the bottom of it
🛒Make your shopping list while going through Sunday grocery papers
🛒Buy frozen veggies and fruit, canned goods, and dried beans
🛒Clip your coupons, organize them in a pouch, and set a shopping budget
🛒Buy household items, water, and dry foods in bulk to save trips and money!

I now help my private home care seniors enjoy feasts with their families whenever they want, without the stress of how they will afford food.

BONUS⸺Find yummy recipes on the back of food packages!

To stretch meals, I make big batches of the Classic 13 Bean Soup from Bob’s Red Mill. This hearty soup serves approximately 8 people ⸺you can even freeze some to enjoy later. Mix in your favorite spices, veggies, and your choice of meat, and you’ve got yourself a delightful pot of goodness!

Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients

• 2 cups 13 Bean Soup Mix
• 1 Tbsp Oil
• 1 cup Onion chopped
• 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
• 1-1 1/2 tsp Chili Powder *
• 2 Bay Leaves
• 1 tsp dried Parsley
• 1/2 tsp dried Thyme
• 1/4 tsp Cayenne
• 2 1/2 quarts Water
• 1 Ham Hock
• 1/2 cup Tomato Paste
• 15 oz Tomato Sauce or 1 quart fresh Tomatoes
• 4 cups sliced Kale

Instructions

1. Rinse 2 cups of Bob’s Red Mill 13 Bean Soup Mix, then soak overnight in water to cover.
2. The next day, drain and rinse the beans.
3. In a soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and herbs and spices and
   sauté until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the beans to the soup pot with 2 1/2 quarts of water and ham hock; bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer until beans are soft, 3-3 1/2 hours.
6. Add tomato paste, tomato sauce or tomatoes, and kale. Simmer for 20 minutes.