Well, I’ve shown you how to make your own pumpkin puree and I’ve given you a great recipe for pie dough. Now it is time to make the pumpkin pie. I follow the Libby’s pie recipe but bump up the spices a bit. If you’ve chosen to use homemade pumpkin puree just measure out 15 […]
Cook’s Illustrated Foolproof Pie Dough
You are going to be so happy I shared this Cooks Illustrated Foolproof Pie Dough. Why? Because if is FOOLPROOF of course. So I’ve shown you how to make your own pumpkin puree. Now I’ll give you a great recipe for pie crust. There was a time when I dreaded trying to make a pie. It […]
Pumpkin Pancakes with Sauteed Apples
Nothing says Autumn more than apples and pumpkins. Pumpkin Pancakes with Sauteed Apples is an Autumn favorite at our house. We have been having such lovely Autumn weather. The nights are crisp and the days are slightly warm. Autumn is my favorite season. The colors, the smells, the cooler days. Ahhhh. It is lovely. For […]
Brat Sandwich (30 min meal)
We have to talk about this Brat sandwich. But first, here is a picture of the lobby at the Embassy Suites. Michael and I had a weekend getaway here. On Saturday, Michael and I went up to Portland to celebrate our 16 year anniversary. We stayed at the Embassy Suites in down town Portland. We always […]
Homemade Hummus in a Vita Mix
Homemade Hummus is super healthy and a filling snack. We love hummus. I was first introduced to it when I worked at The Alexis. A family owned Greek restaurant in downtown Portland. I loved it from the first bite. They made fresh bread daily and you would often find the servers in the back room […]
Copycat Starbucks Greek Yogurt Parfait
I love saving money, and this Copycat Starbucks Greek Yogurt Parfait do that. Almost one year ago I was in Portland by myself for a few days and ate breakfast at Starbucks each morning. I had my huge Chai Tea and a Greek Yogurt Parfait. As I sat scarfing down enjoying my breakfast I thought […]
Salmon Cakes (Freezable)
Years ago I came across this Salmon Cakes recipe in the Oregonian Food Day. It has been a staple in our house since. These salmon cakes are easy to make and taste great. Depending on what type of canned salmon you use you may have to discard skin and bones. I use the canned salmon […]
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
One of our favorite meals is my version of Cook’s Illustrated’s Homemade Chicken Pot Pie. Homemade chicken pot pie is so much better than the frozen kind. Making it yourself, you really have the option to put in whatever veggies you want. I use homemade pie dough that I make ahead of time and store […]
Breakfast Egg Mini Tarts (freezable)
Breakfast Egg Mini Tarts are full of deliciousness and protein. The perfect start to your day. I make breakfast for my guys every morning. I like to feed them things high in protein. It seems they do better in school when they get a healthy, protein rich breakfast. Some mornings I have more work to […]
Nicholas Helps Make Snicker-Doodle Cooki...
In AWANA this last Thursday Nicholas needed to bring cookies to his small group. I gave him some choices of cookies and he chose Snicker-doodle cookies. He was kind enough to help me make them. He helped with the measuring of the dry ingredients as well as the wet. I taught him to crack each […]
Our Favorite Homemade Granola
Nothing is better on a warm summer morning than Our Favorite Homemade Granola. Ok, actually anytime of the day or any season, this granola is GREAT. Yogurt and granola is one of my favorite breakfasts. The boys love it, although they prefer warmer breakfasts in the winter. Years ago I spent a weekend at Cricketwood […]
Stuffed Peppers
My dear friend Kirsten gave us pepper plants when we moved to the farm. One of the plants is called Marconi Peppers. Last week I decided to stuff them. I Googled and found a recipe on The Food Network that I made some changes to. Everyone loved them. So much so that I made a […]