When it comes to the garden, the first crops always eager to help start off the season with a flourish are typically rhubarb and asparagus. However I find both foods appear to invoke strong opinions; people seem to either love or hate them. For this post and jam recipe with Read more…
This sweet and spiced orange marmalade glaze gives this classic holiday ham a fun and fruity alternative to the standard honey or brown sugar ham. This unique twist creates a beautifully thick and wonderfully tasty sticky glaze that complements the salty elements of the ham without over powering the ham Read more…
These do-it-yourself elderberry popsicles are healthier than your average store bought popsicles, and loaded with lots of antioxidant and immune boosting ingredients! I find they come in handy whenever one of my munchkins are feeling a little bit down. Whether it’s simply their mood or they’re suffering from physical sickness Read more…
Finger jello has been a multi-generational household favorite in our family. Whether intended to encourage us to eat when we were sick, or simply as a quick fruit and protein breakfast side, my mother often had a pan of all natural juice based finger jello in the refrigerator. Even today, Read more…
Mornings in a busy household can be hectic. Whether is getting ready for a job, school, or simply juggling all the tasks with which a busy mother finds herself occupied, our daily schedules frequently encourage the use of shortcuts and time savers. Often, we either skip breakfast altogether or opt Read more…
Cookies seem to spring up everywhere this time of year. Last week, even the children’s librarian at our local public library was passing out homemade cookies as part of a community wide cookie scavenger hunt! Yet when asking friends and family what type of cookie is the BEST no one Read more…
During the holiday season, it seems that the busyness of our daily lives only gets even more hectic. Whether it’s holiday gatherings, seasonal traditions or just plan old everyday work, time seems to be at a premium during this part of the year. It’s so tempting to save time by Read more…
Green beans are one of my favorite vegetables, so this classic holiday dish is a must-have for our family Thanksgiving. Keeping things fresh and simple transforms this dish into a show stopper! Easily adjusted to meet dietary needs, this recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free. It also includes options for soy-free, Read more…
This is a simple and fast way to make your own crispy french-fried onions. Whether you need the Gluten-Free option in a pinch and don’t want to make a special trip to the store, or just don’t have the option readily available in your area, these crispy onions are sure Read more…
This classic gluten-free stuffing recipe works well with many traditional favorite stuffing add-ins. Making this dish a wonderful addition to any holiday table. Easy to make, and with the help of a cast iron pan or dutch oven, this recipe can be cooked in only one dish! Need to satisfy Read more…
As Thanksgiving rapidly approaches, it brings with it a selection of dishes that are traditionally served at most holiday tables. The soothing smells and tastes bring with them fond memories of past holidays and thoughts of cozy kitchens. Yet often for those with food allergies, the holiday season can be Read more…
If you are following along with our herb posts, here is one of the delicious recipes you can make spotlighting our herb friends. This recipe incorporates several herbs, but gives the spotlight to one of my favorite herb friends, Rosemary! (Adding Flavor with an Herb Garden: Rosemary) As well as Read more…
Dairy-Free Egg Custard My mother was a lover of all things pudding and custard. As a child, home-made puddings from tapioca to banana cream and rich chocolate pudding to honey egg custard were made often. They made a great breakfast, snack, or even dessert. She would double or triple batch Read more…
Grandma’s Cinnamon Oatmeal Coffee Cake With the title of “coffee cake” you would assume this recipe includes coffee, oddly enough it does not. This Victorian classic got its name from being served with coffee for breakfast. “Coffee cake” became a common term around 1879 according to Stuart Berg Flexner in Read more…
