Category Archives: Food and Recipes

5 Must-Have Kitchen Gadgets for Your Apartment

Living close to Metropolitan Portland at Kruseway Commons gives you the opportunity to enjoy a fast-paced lifestyle, with plenty of dining options in the area. But cooking at home has gained a new level of popularity. It is healthier, less expensive, reduces your calorie consumption, and gives you more control over your salt, sugar, and carb intake. To make your…

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Yummy Homemade Applesauce You Can Make in Your Instant Pot

In the fall, if you're like many Oregonians, you probably enjoy picking apples at one of the city's nearby orchards. The fruit are, of course, delicious to eat straight off the trees. But what about any leftover apples you might have? Is there anything special you can do with those? Fortunately, the answer is yes. If you have…

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Beat the Winter Blues With These Cozy Drink Recipes

When winter settles in, the state of Oregon sees more rain and more clouds. But don't let the lack of sunshine get you down or steal your internal sunshine. Serve up these blues-curing drinks in your Lake Oswego apartment, and you'll get a little sunshine-like warmth from the inside to carry you over until spring.  Dairy-Free…

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Herbs That Grow Well Indoors (and Great Recipes to Go With Them!)

Did you know it's possible to grow herbs indoors? The residents of our Lake Oswego, OR apartments do it all the time! If you're interested in trying out your green thumb in the herb-growing space, here are some plants that do well indoors. 1. Chives Have you ever bought too many chives and wound up throwing away…

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Awesome Summer Desserts That Won’t Heat Up Your Kitchen

Lake Oswego, Oregon, is a great place to live all year. The location is fantastic, and the summer weather here is mild compared to much of the country. Even still, some summer days can get a little toasty. Summer is also a great time for entertaining. When you entertain, you’ll need dessert, of course! But no one…

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Hearty Breakfast Recipes You Can Prepare the Evening Before

Is morning a busy time at your apartment? Tired of grabbing unhealthy meals from vending machines and fast food places on your way to work? This sounds like a job for breakfasts you can bake ahead of time! Hearty Breakfast Recipes  Homemade Fruit and Nut Bars Start with a batter base: Mix 1 cup oatmeal,…

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