Minted Apple Bread

Minted Apple Bread is a delicious quick bread with a surprise! You will notice a delicate yet delightful mint flavor as you enjoy a slice of this tender, whole wheat bread, that is more dessert than bread. You are going to want to make this, and soon!

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 11.29.2024

Welcome to another great weekend! And what better way to enjoy it in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! What makes this link-up special is that we encourage you to link up not only your current posts and good ideas, but also the great stuff in your archives! Yes, let's all show some love for those great posts resting in the archives...

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For Pete's Sake, why did that recipe fail?

Does it happen to me? A failed recipe? Oh heavens yes! And some weeks as a home cook, recipe developer and content creator, it will affect not only our meals, but the blog as well. Which was the reason for this topic today, failed recipes and what might have been the cause. Because no one is exempt... 

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #338

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas, thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles being shared today. Because I can guarantee that you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. 

 

Cranberry and Dried Cherry (with a jigger of gin!) Sauce.

This easy to make sauce is one you will want to remember. Cranberry and Dried Cherry (with a jigger of gin!) Sauce is not just for the holidays or to eaten with only turkey. Why? Because the rich fruity flavor goes well with roasted or baked poultry, pork and ham! No matter when you serve it!

Cheddar Cheese Drop Biscuits

Funny story, but this is the recipe that was developed when we had a dried out block of cheese. And the biscuits were so delicious, we now dry cheese on purpose! Come and take a look at these Cheddar Cheese Drop Biscuits, you are going to want to make these!

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 11.22.2024

Welcome to another great weekend! And what better way to enjoy it in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! What makes this link-up special is that we encourage you to link up not only your current posts and good ideas, but also the great stuff in your archives! 

Yes, that's right, we love all your new posts, but older posts are not only encouraged, they are appreciated! So don't hold back, share, share and share some more!

Fifteen Delicious Gifts of Food and Love From Your Kitchen!

Gifts from the heart, often start in the kitchen. 

And I have learned the hard way that the holidays or any other gift giving celebration, is probably not the time to try something new in the kitchen. Which is why I am offering twelve of our tested and time honored recipes that also make absolutely delicious gifts! Any time of the year. While Christmas may be coming upon us, fortunately gift giving happens the year round!

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #337

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas, thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles being shared today. Because I can guarantee that you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. 

 

Our Favorite Date Cake

Another successful conversion, and just as delicious as before, Our Favorite Date Cake, has gone whole wheat wild! When I started on this journey, I was hoping it would turn out as delicious as it has, so far each family favorite recipe is just as moist, tender and flavorful as before...

A Single Loaf of Whole Wheat Bread...

Having the basics in your kitchen pantry means you can get a healthy meal on the table for your family, as needed. And in our home, whole wheat bread is always in the bread box, so today I am sharing A Single Loaf of Whole Wheat Bread, so if you are considering the transition to whole wheat baking, this just might be your starting point! Come and take a look...

Our Best Cranberry Recipes, celebrate the goodness of cranberries!

Cranberries are the crop I look forward to possibly more than any other! They are beautiful, delicious and offer up all the creative goodness that the season deserves! And that is before we even think about the delicious nutrition that comes in those bouncy berries! Come and take a look at some of our favorites..

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 11.15.2024

Welcome to another great weekend! And what better way to enjoy it in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! What makes this link-up special is that we encourage you to link up not only your current posts and good ideas, but also the great stuff in your archives! 

Yes, that's right, we love all your new posts, but older posts are not only encouraged, they are appreciated! So don't hold back, share, share and share some more!

Cucumbers, from the garden. exploring growing cycles and recipes.

Cucumbers have never really been my favorite food, until now. I don't remember them being served too often when I was a kid either. More like an after thought. When something more was needed on the table for dinner, so, how about a bowl of sliced cucumbers? As a kid, I actually thought they were boring. But...

Irish Oatmeal, that Pretty Much Cooks Itself. You will love this easy method.

Calling all Irish Oatmeal fans for this easy to manage breakfast staple! With this easy, no work, no worry method, and no special equipment needed...for a hot and hearty Irish Oatmeal breakfast.

Two Pickle Egg Salad for Sandwiches.

Egg Salad, not exactly the most exciting lunch in the neighborhood, or is it? One thing holds true, if you have backyard chickens you will probably have egg salad sandwiches on your table for lunch, from time to time. This is how we do it!

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #336

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas, thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles being shared today. Because I can guarantee that you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. 

 

Being prepared, during natural disasters, for Homestead Sunday #3

Welcome to Homestead Sunday, where we share what we have learned, what we do on a regular basis, and what projects we are building, rebuilding or working on. Who are we? We are a three generation family living on six acres in South Eastern Texas. 

And while we have only been in Texas a short time, we have had the homestead mentality and lifestyle for quite a few years. Starting out with our time living in Montana. And, although we are not experts in any way, I hope that what we share with you with this series is helpful, as well as inspirational for you and your own homestead journey. Or even with your own home and yard in the suburbs. Because to homestead is an much an action as it is a lifestyle. 

What's in your crisper drawer? Let's talk celery...

How many times have you reached into the crisper drawer only to find that the stalk of celery has become unusable? I shudder to think of how many times that happened to me, and after way too much waste, I decided it was time to take celery seriously, serious enough to use it up...

Slow Cooker Sunday Sauce, delicious any day of the week!

Slow Cooker Sunday Sauce, is the perfect way to use what you have and create a delicious dinner in the process! Come and take a look at this easy process.

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 11.08.2024

Welcome to another great weekend! And what better way to enjoy it in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! What makes this link-up special is that we encourage you to link up not only your current posts and good ideas, but also the great stuff in your archives! 

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Three Ingredient Tuna and Cheese Patties, a dinner idea

Cooking almost every meal we eat, is my usual kitchen style. Often requiring a bit of creative license to use what we have on hand in the pantry. When eating dinner, my husband will turn to me and say, "are you going to blog this?” And that is how a dinner idea came to be...not really a recipe, but too good, not to share.

A Savory Side Dish of Beans.

Cook a pot of beans weekly! Let's start with this easy and delicious recipe for A Savory Side Dish of Beans!

 

Gingerbread and Gingersnap Cookie Mix

Gingerbread and Gingersnap Cookie Mix. Gingerbread is one of my favorite treats to enjoy. And right after Gingerbread comes Gingersnaps! But not just any gingerbread, this recipe for Gingerbread and Gingersnap Cookies is a homemade mix that can be used to make both...and both are delicious! 

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #335

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas, thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles being shared today. Because I can guarantee that you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. 

 

Whole Wheat Cottage Cheese Yeast Buns

Whole Wheat Cottage Cheese Yeast Buns, are delicious, tender, and only require a bowl and a spoon for mixing.  This recipe is so easy, making it perfect to stir together with your favorite young helper by your side! 

Stovetop Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese and Garlic.

Brussels Sprouts are about to become a new family favorite with this easy and delicious Stovetop Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese and Garlic recipe. Only 10 minutes cooking time for this amazing side dish!