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
Food and Recipes
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
Chorizo Bacon Waffle with Chili Butter Recipe
National Waffle Day falls of August 24th, 2019 and I admit, I'm a waffle lover. My daughter Shelly purchased me a homemade waffle maker six years ago and I've been making them ever since. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, and dinner...depending on how you prepare them. You can serve them with a … [Read more...] about Chorizo Bacon Waffle with Chili Butter Recipe
Mess-Free Back-to-School Snacks for Kids
Yes, it's that time of the year. Our kids are back-in-school or soon will be. The school year is a busy time with an early start to the day, lunch-packing, after-school activities, homework, and so forth. There are never enough hours in my day during the busy school year. * Complimentary products … [Read more...] about Mess-Free Back-to-School Snacks for Kids
Caponata Pasta Salad Recipe
During the summer season I make a lot of homemade pasta salads. They're the perfect dish to bring to potlucks, backyard barbecues, family reunions, and to all of your summertime parties. A pasta salad is always a BIG BIG BIG hit with the family. * This is a guest post that's courtesy of Pasta … [Read more...] about Caponata Pasta Salad Recipe