Our weekend breakfasts usually include sourdough pancakes, waffles, muffins, bacon, sausage, biscuits, or eggs. But sometimes I want something that can be whipped up a bit faster and is still filling and healthy for my family. I also find that I lose interest in scrambles eggs. The texture and flavor begin to weird me out... Continue Reading →
I love being a homemaker (you can read more about that here) and it seems like part of that job is providing yummy treats for the family to enjoy every once in awhile. Monster cookies are one of my childhood favorites. I used to tell my mom that I could just eat the dough raw... Continue Reading →
Our hummingbirds have returned, and the sight of them makes my heart so happy. I have the hummingbird feeder set up outside the kitchen window so I can catch a glimpse of them while I cook or do the dishes. Hummingbirds have always seemed like busy and elegant little creatures. I find a lot of... Continue Reading →
There's nothing quite like homemade cinnamon applesauce. The store bought stuff just can't compare! You can find my homemade applesauce recipe here. It's extremely easy to make and absolutely delicious. In fact, you may struggle to keep the family out of it so you can store it away! I enjoy making a large batch of... Continue Reading →
I grew up making homemade Red Lobster biscuits for our family. It became my task for dinner time. I remember being excited for cheddar and garlic biscuits because they felt like such a treat! And I still feel that way about them today, but in all honesty...they aren't super healthy, so I set out to... Continue Reading →
Spring cleaning is upon my household. It's time to scrub the cabinets, mop the floors, wash the windows, rearrange furniture, and do a deep dusting of every surface in the house. I prefer to utilize natural, non-toxic cleaners in my home so I can have peace of mind about the chemicals I'm exposing my family... Continue Reading →
Processing food with a water bath canner is one of the best ways to learn how to can because it isn't overly complicated and less intimidating than using a pressure canner. Keep in mind: There are certain foods that you can safely preserve using the water bath method, but there are others that I do... Continue Reading →
Sometimes I find a yummy bread recipe (this could be muffins, sandwich bread, tortillas, etc) and decide I want to try it out, but I'd also like to find a way to make it a little healthier. There are a few options for achieving that goal: replace the sugar with a natural sweetener like honey... Continue Reading →
Crackers are one of the best ways to use up the over abundance of sourdough starter that happens from time to time. Plus they are quick and easy to make! They are a crunchy snack that everyone in the family will enjoy. Customize the seasoning to your liking, serve with cheese, dip, salsa, hummus, etc.... Continue Reading →
I love a yummy yogurt parfait for breakfast or as a snack. Vanilla yogurt, chocolate chips, blueberries, strawberries, and finally...granola! It's one of my favorite treats. I used to buy granola at the store until I realized that I could make it at home for much cheaper! I now enjoy making a big batch at... Continue Reading →