I love from scratch foods. There truly is nothing like that kind of cooking. Homemade Crock Pot Cinnamon Applesauce on a cool autumn day will fill anyone with joy. Lathering early morning biscuits with a Homemade Butter. The smell and flavor of a Honey-Sweetened Monster Cookie in the afternoon. I'm telling ya...you just can't find... Continue Reading →
Tortillas were one of the first food items I made from scratch when my husband and I were first married. I mixed them up in our little apartment kitchen, rolled them out into odd shapes (I could not make them into a circle to save my life!), and baked them up on the skillet. That... Continue Reading →
Today is a very gray, rainy summer day in the Midwest. The amount of rain we've received over the past few weeks is definitely not normal for this time of year, so I'm looking for ways to enjoy the time inside (even when we'd rather be outdoors). Dinner tonight will be a weekend favorite: ham... 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 →
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 →
I really like my sourdough starter. So much so that I am setting out to incorporate it into anything I can. Sourdough waffles are a healthy alternative to a classic item on the breakfast menu. This recipe is quick, healthy, and simple to make! One way I achieved a healthier waffle option was through the... Continue Reading →
If you are new here you will soon discover my love of sourdough. Like so many other people, I began my sourdough journey this past summer. I had no idea there were so many uses for sourdough besides bread. I’ve made Pancakes, Waffles, Tortillas, Drop Biscuits, Crackers, Peanut Butter Crepes, and so much more! Beginning... Continue Reading →
Pancakes are a classic breakfast item, but not necessarily the healthiest choice. I set out to find a way to make this yummy staple a little healthier. One way I achieved a healthier pancake option was through the use of my Sourdough Starter. Learn all you need to know about getting your own starter going... Continue Reading →
Store-bought applesauce just can't compete with the homemade, good-stuff. I guarantee that once you make it yourself you'll never want anything but homemade applesauce. This recipe pairs so very well with breakfast dishes like Sourdough Pancakes, Waffles, or Chocolate Chip Muffins, alongside holiday treats such as Honey Sweetened Monster Cookies or Sourdough Peanut Butter Swirl... Continue Reading →
I find joy in making food from scratch, so I was excited to learn that I could use my blender to make homemade butter! Now this recipe is not 100% from scratch...I don't have access to fresh cream from cows milk, but this is the best I can do for now. I love to serve... Continue Reading →