How to create delicious and simple recipes from scratch that your family will love. Whether you are hosting friends and family, or just having an intimate meal with your family, these recipes will be in your recipe box for years to come. Learn how to make your own sourdough starter, fluffy pancakes, and the best taquitos you’ve ever had!
Nothing says summer like a delicious Spritzer! My kids love fruit and they love fizz, so this simple recipe hits the spot during those hot days of summer. Today, I’m sharing this simple recipe for a mint-berry spritzer. It is delicious and refreshing. What is a Spritzer? A spritzer is a bubbly drink that you…
Everyone remembers when they bit into their first, perfect chocolate chip cookie. They are one of the staple cookies for every home. Today, I’m sharing a delicious chocolate chip cookie recipe without nuts. These cookies are fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside. There isn’t a sweet treat that is more classic than…
It’s no secret that I love being in the kitchen and I especially love making baked goods. The entire process is quite therapeutic for me and if it weren’t for the carb count in the goodies, I’d be baking every day. One thing that was on my bucket list for after school was finished was…
Coffee is an extremely personal thing. There are so many rich flavor profiles that it is hard to find the right one. One thing is certain, organic coffee is not only better for the environment, but it also tastes better. Let me tell you why. The words “organic” and “fair trade” seem like buzz words or trends, but…
There’s not much that tastes better in August than a sweet, delicious, homemade peach crisp. It’s like an ode to the passing summer season and a big ol’ welcome to the upcoming autumn season. Even better… is it is so easy and quick to whip up! You probably already have the ingredients in your pantry….
This is Part II of my Meal Planning posts. If you missed Part I… go here. One of the keys to meal planning is having your tried-and-true recipes that you know your family will love. It takes some time to develop that list, but once you do, it makes meal planning so much easier. Take…
One of the most stressful parts of motherhood is when my kids are surrounding me asking me what’s for supper and I have no idea because I have next to little “supper-type” foods in my kitchen and no plan. This usually happens to me after I have a long stretch of being a productive cook…
I mentioned in this post that I love tea. I especially love an afternoon cup of tea to beat the winter blues. The recipe I’m sharing has a sweetness to it, compliments of the local honey, and a bite to it… thank you, apple cider vinegar + lemon oil. Not only is this warm, sweet,…
I have such a sweet treat for you today! I am always on the lookout for new, fun ways to celebrate those special moments. This time, it’s for Valentine’s Day, but you can make these for all kinds of occasions- birthdays, holidays, random parties. Festive Cookie Straws! The cookies are super simple to make…