Mini Meatloaf Muffin Tin Dinner, the perfect small batch dinner bake!

Muffin Tin Meals are the perfect small-batch version of their larger counterpart,  sheet-pan recipes! I love sheet-pan recipes when we have company, but for the two of us, this small batch Muffin Tin version works very well. Come and take a look at our Mini Meatloaf Muffin Tin Dinner!

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 11.07.2025

 Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for November 7, 2025

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, until you share them again.

Host a Dessert and Coffee Open House, a lovely way to say Welcome!

Finding time to entertain is often the hardest part of the holidays. But maybe it could be easier than what you have done in the past. Maybe you could offer your friends the opportunity to come over, relax, enjoy a bit of dessert and conversation without wearing you and everyone else out....I don't know about you, but I like that idea a lot! Take a look here!

The Frugal Foodie Cook Book, for What Did You Read This Month, Book Review Linky #16.

Welcome to the What Did You Read This Month, Book Review Linky Party, a monthly sharing link-up for books! We are so happy that books are once again, back in fashion! And a great way to keep them front and center is to share a review of what you have read, if and how you enjoyed it and if you would recommend that book to a friend! Oh and a story or two of how you came to own or stumbled upon the book would also be fun...

Seven Non-Food Gifts to Make and Give with Love. Great gifts anytime of the year!

We, like so many other families, by choice, now enjoy a smalled-down celebration. Our wish lists also reflect that choice, along with our gift buying adventures. And in all the time since we have had this new gift giving agreement in place we have had the same wonderful, happy celebrations. Just like we always did. And it turns out, the gifts given are actually more personal, made with love, and given with pride. We invite you to come and take a look at a few suggestions...because if nothing else these ideas may inspire you to begin your own smaller but just as wonderful, celebrations. 

Little Bagel Bites. A Low Histamine Recipe.

Little Bagel Bites, are a Low Histamine bread to enjoy with breakfast, a bowl of soup or toasted along side a salad. If you are currently eating a Low Histamine food plan, you might want to come and take a look! 

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #385.

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 in the line up. Along with thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles also being shared today. 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. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share!

 

In My Homestead Kitchen November, looking back on October 2025.

Welcome to In My Homestead Kitchen, where we join up with Sherry @sherry'spickings to talk about how the month went, what we did, bought, tried, and enjoyed. October gave us some wonderful weather, which inspired quite a few new recipes, and ended with the realization that we had had a predator visiting the hen's yard with too much success...

Roasted Apples and Onions with Thyme and Bacon, a breakfast or brunch treat!

Roasted Apples and Onion with Thyme and Bacon is not a recipe for the faint of heart! Why? Well it does ask you to fry the bacon in butter! But I ask you to simply put on your chef's hat and fry it up anyway! Because this is not a recipe to be missed, and is perfect for a celebration or weekend breakfast...

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 10.31.2025

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for October 31, 2025

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, until you share them again.

Grape and Celery Salad with Pecans.

Right now in our area it seems to be grape season! And we have been taking advantage of the bonanza of fresh juicy red grapes. Red grapes are a favorite of mine and whenever possible I like to do something new with them besides washing and presenting small bunches on a tray. This Grape and Celery Salad with Pecans was born of that inspiration...

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #384

 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 in the line up. Along with thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles also being shared today. 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. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share!

 

Apple Raisin Chutney, a fermented foods condiment

Are you looking for a delicious, easy-to-make fresh fruit chutney, that is also probiotic? A jar of tasty goodness, tucked away in the fridge, ready when you need it? Fortunately, Apple Raisin Chutney is exactly that recipe. The one you are looking for...so why not come and take a look!

Low Histamine Recipes to Enjoy...with October updates!

Like every family our there, we have a lot going on! In our case it is homesteading with gardening, and tending to the chickens and the land. Learning about our new home state of Texas, and exploring all that we can when we have open time. As well as time with family, and getting ready for the next celebration. Here recently we have had to add something else...a Low Histamine eating plan. 

Heirloom Boston Brown Bread

Do you remember those large round cans of ready-to-eat Boston Brown Bread in the supermarkets? As a kid, we always had a can or two in the cupboard, but now I make my own! Heirloom Boston Brown Bread is a family favorite, and so easy to bake.

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 10.24.2025

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for October 24, 2025

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Chicken and Dumplings Soup

Come and read the tale of Chicken and Dumplings Soup, and see just how easy it is to make! Plus about using stovetop pressure cookers to do so! Oh, and you are going to love this soup...

Apple Beet and Carrot Salad.

Apple Beet and Carrot Salad, the freshest beet salad ever! This is perfect for whipping up last minute, and trust me, the whole family will enjoy the subtle flavor and tender crunch of this three vegetable salad.

Dessert Apple Slices, don't pass this delicious treat by...

Do you love homemade apple pie? How about being short on time to bake one? Never fear, this tasty recipe for Dessert Apple Slices will come in quite handy when the desire for pie strikes! Because this dish of fruit tastes just like a slice of pie...but the truth is, it is really a delicious bowl of fruit, healthy and so good!

Molasses Sweetened Corn Cake, from Fannie Farmer

Molasses Sweetened Corn Cake, is perfect next to a bowl of soup, a tossed salad or anything else you might be serving. Corn cake used to be the day's bread, and was eaten throughout the day, and this one is delicious!

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #383,

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 in the line up. Along with thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles also being shared today. 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. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share!

 

Italian Sausage Polenta Pie

Super easy, and so delicious! Bake up a pie pan of polenta with sausage, onions, and garlic for Italian Sausage Polenta Pie! Add a ladle of red sauce, and a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese for a delicious dinner that is homemade and pretty easy on the cook!

Butter and Cinnamon Glazed Carrots.

Are you looking for an easy to prepare carrot recipe that the family will love? If so Butter and Cinnamon Glazed Carrots just might be what you are looking for my friends; because, here's the deal about these carrots...

Weekend Traffic Jam Weekend 10.17.2025

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for October 17, 2025

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, until you share them again.

Easy Cheesecake Pudding Parfaits.

How about a delicious, easy to whip up cheesecake pudding dessert? Look no further, this one is about a five minute prep and everyone will love it! Take a look at our Easy Cheesecake Pudding Parfaits!

The Good Stuff Cook Book for Book Review Linky 14

Welcome to the Book Review Linky Party, a sharing link-up for books! We are so happy that books are once again, back in fashion! And a great way to keep them front and center is to share a review of what you have read, if and how you enjoyed it and if you would recommend the book to a friend! Oh and a story or two of how you came to own or stumbled upon the book would also be fun...

Glorious Granola! Nine delicious recipes to make and enjoy!

Here they are, all of our favorite granola recipes, together and all in one spot! Glorious Granola! Nine delicious recipes to make for breakfast, or snacking. This can help you be prepared and eat better in the process. Come and take a look, you just might find a new favorite to make and enjoy...

Baked Orange Chicken, a Panda Express Orange Chicken copycat

We love this recipe for Baked Orange Chicken, a Panda Express Orange Chicken copycat! Who doesn't love Panda Express Orange Chicken? And now you can make this delicious recipe at home. Plus this version is baked, with no deep-fryer needed...

Jessica's Chocolate Date Cake.

This easy to make Chocolate Date Cake is the latest favorite of my chocolate loving husband! It is moist, rich and yes, easy to make. Oh did I also mention it is whole grain and no refined sugar? 

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #382

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 in the line up. Along with thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles also being shared today. 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. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share!

 

Carrot Cake Granola!

Carrot Cake Granola is as delicious as it sounds! Come and take a look at how easy it is to make...

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 10.10.2025

Hello and welcome to another great weekend!

 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for October 10, 2025

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, until you share them again.

Family Favorite Cole Slaw, the perfect small batch recipe!

I have not always been friends with Cole Slaw. I remember as a child this huge head of cabbage coming out of the refrigerator and being made into an even bigger bowl of Cole Slaw! All that slicing and grating and mixing, and often we were so tired of it, that it would be chucked out as garbage, after awhile. Needless to say, I did not start making our Family Favorite Cole Slaw until recently. This is just as delicious with red or green cabbage, why not come and take a look!

Better Than Store Bought A Cookbook, for Book Review Linky #13!

Welcome to the Book Review Linky Party, a sharing link-up for books! We are so happy that books are once again, back in fashion! And a great way to keep them front and center is to share a review of what you have read, if and how you enjoyed it and if you would recommend the book to a friend! Oh and a story or two of how you came to own or stumbled upon the book would also be fun...

Oven Roasted Delicata Squash and Onions

Got squash? Oven Roasted Delicata Squash and Onions is a delicious oven-roasted side dish that is easy to prepare. Plus it tastes so good, even the kids will enjoy this dish. Don't let this recipe pass you by...

Homemade Garlic Salt, but why? I have the answers...

How to make your own Garlic Salt, and why it is worth a few minutes of your time. Plus it stirs up in a snap!

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #381.

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 in the line up. Along with thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles also being shared today. 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. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share!

 

Sweet Onion Beans, perfect with a sandwich or burger!

Sweet Onion Beans, because only one kind of beans to eat, just doesn't work at this house! A little bit sweet, with a little bit of onion. These go great with any sandwich, burger or sausage!

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 10.03.2025

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for October 3, 2025.

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, until you share them again.

In My Homestead Kitchen for October, Looking back on September 2025.

September went by in a flash! And I have no doubt that October will be just as busy, as we have family visiting from Washington state and a birthday to celebrate. And then there will be Halloween to enjoy as we close out the month, But right now we are going to take a look back at September 2025 as we join Sherry for In My Kitchen! 

One Pot Cakes, for Book Review Linky #12

Welcome to the Book Review Linky Party, a sharing link-up for books! We are so happy that books are once again, back in fashion! And a great way to keep them front and center is to share a review of what you have read, if and how you enjoyed it and if you would recommend the book to a friend! Oh and a story or two of how you came to own or stumbled upon the book would also be fun...

How to Make Powered Up Oatmeal. Higher in protein and fiber!

Oatmeal gets a bad rap. But a well crafted bowl of oats is a healthy breakfast that won't break the bank! If you are a member of camp oatmeal, come and take a look at this higher fiber, higher protein bowl of oats. 

Scalloped Potatoes and Rutabaga with Pork Chops Thyme and Cheddar Cheese

Are pork chops often on your menu? Looking for something new and delicious to serve family and friends? I offer Scalloped Potatoes and Rutabagas with Pork Chops Thyme and Cheddar Cheese a delicious one-pan meal! Even for those that think they don't like rutabagas...

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #380

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 in the line up. Along with thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles also being shared today. 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. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share!

 

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 09.26.2025

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for September 26, 2025. 

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, until you share them again.

Chocolate Loaf Cake.

Chocolate Loaf Cake is one of those easy recipes you will find yourself making regularly. Why? Let's see, basic pantry ingredients, easy prep technique, a little bit fudgy and it is delicious! 

The Scratch Made Food! & DIY Homemade Household Catalog of tips, tricks & recipes!

Welcome to The Scratch Made Food! & DIY Homemade Household's (free) Catalog of Tips, Tricks and Recipes! 

Are you looking for easy ways to run your home with ease? Maybe a few frugal DIY work-a-bouts to use what you already have? How about actual working recipes to make more of the foods you want to eat, right there in your own kitchen? With less purchased from the grocery store? 

Or how about some great kitchen tips and tricks that will make your life easier, and help keep you on your household budget? I have no doubt you will find something right here, to help out in all the areas you need to keep your own home humming along smoothly...

Alaska Sourdough for Book Review Linky #11!

Welcome to the Book Review Linky Party, a sharing link-up for books! We are so happy that books are once again, back in fashion! And a great way to keep them front and center is to share a review of what you have read, if and how you enjoyed it and if you would recommend the book to a friend! Oh and a story or two of how you came to own or stumbled upon the book would also be fun...

Little Almond Wafers. A small batch recipe.

Little Almond Wafers, the perfect treat to enjoy! Not too sweet, buttery and delicious! 

 

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop #379

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 in the line up. Along with thrifting treasures and great family friendly articles also being shared today. 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. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share!