From time to time my husband and I enjoy a freshly prepared hot cocktail. We sometimes serve them at adult get-togethers or enjoy one at the end of a long day to unwind. In the past we always had to make them completely from scratch (time consuming) and you had to have several ingredients on hand to … [Read more...] about Cask & Kettle Ready to Brew Hard Coffee and Cider Cocktails
Food and Recipes
How to Make a Mai Tai Cocktail Drink
Are you ready to get your drink on? I am! One of my favorite cocktails to drink is a Mai Tai if it's properly made. I like mine a little bit on the lighter side so that I can taste the fruity flavors along with a hint of the alcohol. A friend of mine first introduced me to the Mai Tai a few years … [Read more...] about How to Make a Mai Tai Cocktail Drink
Mild Chili Recipe with Home Canning Tips
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...] about Mild Chili Recipe with Home Canning Tips
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...] about Home Canning Blueberry, Pear Applesauce with Recipe and Tips
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...] about Six Ingredients You Need for a Moscow Mule
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...] about Home Canning Mixed Berry Applesauce with Recipe and Tips
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...] about Whisps Cheese Crisps Made with 100% Real Cheese
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...] about Chewy Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe