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The Weekend Cozy-Up: Lentil Soup, Easter Treats & a Little Website Glow-Up ✨

Published 3 months ago • 1 min read

In This newsletter:

• A Pantry-Friendly Soup Recipe

• Delicious Easter Recipes

• Cozy Spring Ideas

Hi Reader,

How's your April going so far?

Spring is slowly starting to show up here... I can see a few crocuses in my backyard but it's still freezing cold where I am.

I’m impatiently waiting for the weather to warm up just enough so I can finally start planting my spring vegetables outside!

For now, I’m keeping cozy indoors with a new soup recipe and some fresh updates that I’m excited to share with you.

Enjoy your weekend!
Shareba

Lentil Carrot Soup

This rustic, brothy soup is warm, comforting and comes together in less than an hour. This recipe skips the usual tomato paste and milk so the carrots and lentils can really shine through.

Homemade Porchetta with Salsa Verde

My friend Melissa from Season and Serve has a great recipe for porchetta seasoned with a flavourful mix of garlic, herbs, and spices, then slow-roasted until the skin is crispy and golden.

Jamaican Easter Bun

Jamaican Easter bun is a sweet quick-bread made with stout, warm spices and candied fruit. It is often enjoyed with cheddar cheese, earning it the nickname "bun and cheese."

DIY Fabric Easter Eggs

​Woodlark Blog →​

Simple Spring Hygge Ideas

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New Cozy Mystery Books

​Goodreads →​

🌼 P.S. Noticed Anything Different?

I gave my website a facelift this week — a little spring cleaning to freshen things up! I’d love to know what you think. Take a peek when you have a moment and let me know if you spot the changes!

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Created by Shareba Abdul

Unwind with my food & lifestyle newsletter: Cozy Weekends! It features comforting recipes, seasonal living inspiration, and a touch of coziness to brighten your week. Delivered every Saturday, it's your perfect companion for relaxed, feel-good weekends.

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