I'm a manager in a business office and always looking for little gifts and treats to give to my staff. I like to arrive to work early in the morning and put these little items on their desk. It's always a nice little surprise when they arrive. It's a way to show my employees that I appreciate them … [Read more...] about Employee Appreciation – Russell Stover Solid Milk Chocolate Bars
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Stuffed Green Bell Peppers with Recipe and Freezing Tips
Last month I finished harvesting all of the green bell peppers from our garden. In total I had 28 peppers that I needed to use and preserve. I decided to make one of my hubby's favorite dishes...Stuffed Green Bell Peppers and I froze the rest for use during the winter season. The recipe is below and … [Read more...] about Stuffed Green Bell Peppers with Recipe and Freezing Tips
Canning Homemade Apple Butter
Last month we took the grandchildren out apple picking at a local orchard. Every year we like to go and pick a few bushels of apples. I like to make homemade apple butter, apple sauce and apple pie filling that I can for use during the winter season. I like to use some of them to make apple crisp, … [Read more...] about Canning Homemade Apple Butter
Home Canning Sliced Carrots with Recipe and Tips
Last month we got a great deal on fresh carrots from a local farmer in our area. We're not big carrot eaters but I do like having several jars of sliced carrots on hand. They're great to toss in soups and stews or use them in your favorite side dish recipe. Home canning your own carrots is easy and … [Read more...] about Home Canning Sliced Carrots with Recipe and Tips
Home Canning Succotash with Recipe and Tips
Succotash is a combination of whole kernel corn mixed with an equal amount of lima beans. It's one of our favorite side dish vegetables to enjoy. We like to season our's with a little bit of butter, granulated sugar, salt and ground black pepper when we prepare it. * This post contains affiliate … [Read more...] about Home Canning Succotash with Recipe and Tips
MadeGood Granola Bars and Granola Minis
MadeGood snacks are made for every member in your family. They're loved by children and adults. All of the company's products are made in a dedicated peanut and tree nut free facility. They're certified organic, non GMO project verified, certified gluten free by GFCO, made with whole grains, … [Read more...] about MadeGood Granola Bars and Granola Minis
Home Canning Spaghetti Sauce with Recipe and Tips
This homemade spaghetti sauce recipe is really easy to make. You can customize it by using the spices and herbs listed or use the ones that you personally prefer. It's a great way to use up a lot of those ripe tomatoes sitting in your garden. You can easily double-up the recipe to make a larger … [Read more...] about Home Canning Spaghetti Sauce with Recipe and Tips
How to Blanch and Remove Skins from Tomatoes
I enjoy making homemade tomato sauce, tomato-based soups, salsas, etc. One thing that you need to do when making any of those recipes is to blanch and remove the skins from your tomatoes. It's a very easy process and will take less than 45 minutes to complete. (time varies according to how many … [Read more...] about How to Blanch and Remove Skins from Tomatoes