Many people would agree that there’s nothing better than a good night’s sleep. Stressful day at the office? Long hours running errands with the kids? All this can be repaired with restorative sleep. On the other hand, not getting the eight to nine hours of sleep that you need may leave you feeling grumpy and tired all day. But here’s something you may not know: you have far more control over the quality of your sleep than you think. Choose a good mattress If you wake up with aches and pains that were not there when you went to bed, it may be time to get a new mattress. A good mattress supports the natural contours of the body, letting your muscles and joints fully relax. Test your pillow The quest for a restful night’s sleep should always include a proper pillow. Keep in mind that your hea ...

Keto Chili  1 ½ pounds ground beef 1 yellow onion, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1 jalapeno, minced 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ cup tomato paste 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes 2 cups beef broth 2 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon salt Instructions Add the ground beef, onion, and bell pepper to a large deep pot and cook over medium heat, breaking up the meat as it cooks. When meat is cooked through, drain fat from pan. Add the jalapeno, garlic, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, and salt and stir. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for at least 20 minutes, preferably an hour for the best taste and texture. Serve with sour cream and shredded cheddar, as desired. Notes Simmer for at least 20 minutes before serving. The longer the chili sim ...

Steps to Make It 1.Preheat the oven to 425 F. 2.Using a sharp paring knife, make an X-shaped cut on the round side of each chestnut, to keep them from exploding from internal pressure when heated. 3.Arrange them on either a baking rack or a baking sheet. 4. Transfer the chestnuts to the oven and roast them until the skins have pulled back from the cuts and the nutmeats have softened (exactly how long will depend on the chestnuts, but at least 15 to 20 minutes).   Sourced from: https://www.thespruceeats.com/how-to-roast-chestnuts-in-oven-4113870

Barley Vegetable Soup Ingredients 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed 1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots, halved 1-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans 1-1/2 cups frozen corn 3 celery ribs, thinly sliced 1 small onion, chopped 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced 6 cups water 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth 1 cup medium pearl barley 1 bay leaf 1-3/4 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained Directions In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first eight ingredients. Stir in the water, broth, barley, bay leaf and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until barley and vegetables are tender. Stir in tomatoes; cover and cook on high for 10-20 minutes or until heated through. Discard ...