During the late summer and early fall season I get busy canning apples. Every year I can at least 30 jars. Some will be canned in pints and some in quart sized jars. By the time late spring rolls around my entire stock of canned apples will be gone. Canned apples are great to use in your fruit … [Read more...] about Home Canning Apples with Recipe and Tips
Food and Recipes
The Best Tips on How to Buy Cheese
We love cheese and I'm always buying it from two local sources, the farmer's market or the cheese shop in the city. When buying it you want to take three things into consideration: 1. Appearance 2. Aroma 3. Texture When it comes to appearance you want to avoid any that show signs of … [Read more...] about The Best Tips on How to Buy Cheese
Honey Bunches of Oats No-Bake Cookies Recipe
The Classic No-Bake Cookies Recipe is one of our most popular posts on the blog. The cookies only require a handful of ingredients and are completely cooked on the stove-top. No need to heat up the oven on a hot summer day. They're a big hit with my grandchildren and so are the Honey Bunches of Oats … [Read more...] about Honey Bunches of Oats No-Bake Cookies Recipe
Sherwood Milk, Dark, and White Chocolate Truffles
How many of you enjoy eating chocolate? How about truffles? I admit, I'm a big fan of chocolate, especially when they're truffles!!! Milk chocolate is my favorite, but I enjoy eating white and dark chocolate confections too! Last month I was in the Dollar Tree store to purchase a few boxes of … [Read more...] about Sherwood Milk, Dark, and White Chocolate Truffles
Mom’s Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe
I've been making stuffed cabbage rolls for my family for over 30+ years. They take a few hours to make, so when I make them...I make a lot of them and freeze them for later use. They make a nice dinner during the fall and wintertime and don't take long to reheat. I'll be giving you the recipe along … [Read more...] about Mom’s Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Recipe
How to Make a Classic Mint Julep Cocktail
When I think of the Mint Julep I think of the Kentucky Derby and vice-versa. They both go hand-in-hand. They're easy to make and perfect for those who are just learning to make cocktails at home. Holding a Derby Day party? Perfect for that too! Classic Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe 1 tsp. brown … [Read more...] about How to Make a Classic Mint Julep Cocktail
Everyday Entertaining: 110+ Recipes for Going All Out When You’re Staying In
My husband and I love to entertain and now that we are vaccinated and our friends are too, it’s back to boozy brunches, cocktail parties and themed dinners. Of course, I love to change things up and try different recipes and drinks, so when I had the opportunity to receive a copy of Everyday … [Read more...] about Everyday Entertaining: 110+ Recipes for Going All Out When You’re Staying In
Virgil’s Classic Root Beer Float Recipe
August 6th is National Root Beer Float Day and the perfect time to enjoy a refreshing summertime treat. Okay, you can enjoy them year-round too! They're easy-to-make and delicious when they're made with Virgil's Handcrafted Root Beer and your favorite vanilla ice cream. I like using an all-natural … [Read more...] about Virgil’s Classic Root Beer Float Recipe