Every year I kick off my home canning season in late March and continue through the end of October. I've been canning for over 30+ years and really enjoy it. It's a great way for us to preserve all of the fruits and vegetables that we grow on our property or ones that are given to us. We're empty … [Read more...]
Home Canning Blueberry, Pear Applesauce with Recipe and Tips
Every year during home canning season I like to make 12-16 jars of blueberry, pear applesauce for my winter pantry. It’s a combination of fresh blueberries, pears and apples that are cooked down in the slow cooker and combined together. It's fairly easy to make and always tastes better than store … [Read more...]
Six Ingredients You Need for a Moscow Mule
If you are like most people, you probably agree that there is nothing quite as refreshing as a cold drink on a hot day. It is no wonder that a Moscow Mule is a favorite for people looking to cool down when the air heats up outside. With its spicy ginger kick and acidic tang, this cocktail is … [Read more...]
Home Canning Mixed Berry Applesauce with Recipe and Tips
Every year during home canning season I like to make 6-8 jars of homemade mixed berry applesauce for my winter pantry. It’s fairly easy to make and always tastes better than store bought applesauce. I typically follow the Ball Canning Recipe but do cheat by using my slow cooker to cook down the … [Read more...]
Whisps Cheese Crisps Made with 100% Real Cheese
My family loves cheese and that includes cheesy snacks. Cheese is an important staple in our diets and is a good source of calcium which is needed to grow strong and healthy bones. We only eat REAL CHEESE and avoid imitation cheese products which are loaded with fat. It's important to read food … [Read more...]
Chewy Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Love chocolate and a lot of it? If so, you're going to love these chewy and moist chocolate chocolate chip cookies! You can use chocolate chips or chocolate baking bits, whatever you have on hand and prefer to use. They're sweet, but not overly-sweet. Just the right amount of sweetness for chocolate … [Read more...]
How to Make a Blue Tahoe Cocktail Drink
The Blue Tahoe cocktail reminds me of something similar that I had when I was vacationing out west. I think the only difference was the drink that I had used lime juice and a lime wedge for garnishing whereas this drink utilizes lemon juice and a lemon wedge. I think I would like this version more! … [Read more...]
Home Canning Strawberry Applesauce with Recipe and Tips
Every year during home canning season I like to make 12-16 jars of homemade strawberry applesauce for my winter pantry. It’s fairly easy to make and always tastes better than store bought applesauce. I typically follow the Ball Canning Recipe but do cheat by using my slow cooker to cook down the … [Read more...]