Last year my granddaughter expressed an interest in baking. She loves being in the kitchen helping her mom and grandma prepare food. Just last month we enrolled her in a local junior's baking class which she loves! If you ask her what she wants to do when she grows up...she'll tell you that she … [Read more...] about Foodstirs Kid’s Organic Baking Subscription Box
Food and Recipes
Home Canning Pineapple Jam with Recipe
Last month I was at the local farmer's market and found a great special on fresh pineapples. We love pineapple, so I picked up 4 of them for just $1.50 each. Obviously we can't eat 4 of them right away, so I decided to whip up two batches of homemade pineapple jam. You will need 4 cups of fresh … [Read more...] about Home Canning Pineapple Jam with Recipe
The Delish Feast – Champagne Jello Shot
Believe it or not, Jello Shots are a delicious and fun way to have a celebration. I mean, isn’t it the ultimate party food? Well, not so fast! The jello shot just got a new party makeover. Not that we have gone and graduated from college, it’s time to trade toga parties with high-teas and vodka … [Read more...] about The Delish Feast – Champagne Jello Shot
Home Canning: Zesty Fruit Salsa
My first experience with home canning started at the age of 12 when I would help my grandmother in the kitchen. Throughout my teenage years I was always designated the "helper" until I finally got married and my father-in-law taught me how to can foods all on my own. * This post contains … [Read more...] about Home Canning: Zesty Fruit Salsa
Rustic Joyful Food: My Heart’s Table by Danielle Kartes
Some cookbooks simply stand apart, and Rustic Joyful Food: My Heart’s Table by Danielle Kartes (Sourcebooks, September 2019) is just such a cookbook. It’s one you’ll want to read and keep on your shelf, with recipes your family and friends will love. * Complimentary book received for review. This … [Read more...] about Rustic Joyful Food: My Heart’s Table by Danielle Kartes
Cinnamon Chocolate Popcorn Recipe
Popcorn is one of the most versatile snack foods on planet earth. You can eat it plain or season it with just about anything. I like it plain with just a tad of salt. My daughter is all about sweetening it up and my son-in-law likes to add the spicy heat. What's your favorite way to enjoy it? * … [Read more...] about Cinnamon Chocolate Popcorn Recipe
No Bake Honey Cheesecake Recipe
Cheese cake is one of my all-time favorite desserts. Almost every time when we eat dinner out, I order some type of cheesecake for dessert. While its typically fattening, I do enjoy it! * This post contains affiliate links. This is a guest-post. We're not responsible for typographical and recipe … [Read more...] about No Bake Honey Cheesecake Recipe
Cooking with Kids: Old-Fashion Popcorn
A few days ago we were at the Farmer's Market and they were selling old-fashioned popcorn. I'm not talking about the kind you pop in a popcorn popper, but the kind you pop right on the ear! Yes, that's how they used to do it decades ago!!! How many of you remember the good old days when you had … [Read more...] about Cooking with Kids: Old-Fashion Popcorn