We are stuck in a rut, food wise. And this is exactly why I love Pinterest. I can find Pins and pin great recipes to my boards so easily. It is one fun way to stay organized but in an attractive way. {If you need an invite let me know and I can send one to you.} This week, as I planned our usual 5 meals, I got an idea to utilize my crock pot more often. Traveling on the road makes life difficult, and since I cannot pack my crock pot in a suitcase, these vegetarian crockpot recipes will have … [Read more...]
15 Decadent Chocolate Desserts For Valentine’s Day
With Valentine's Day coming up, it is hard not to think about chocolate recipes. {Well, at least it is not hard for me!} So as I was searching online for some great Valentine's Day food ideas. {No, I was not wasting time. Chocolate desserts are important people! Right?} Here is what I found: Chocolate Caramel Candy Berry Chocolate Bites Cake Mix ROLO Cookies Chocolate Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Parfaits Cake Mix Peanut Butter Stuffed … [Read more...]
Apple Butter Crock Recipe
source One of my favorite things about summer coming to an end and the beginning of fall is Apples. This time of year in Washington is perfect for getting boxes of apples. {We have the best apples, you know.} Do you know what I love about apples? Apple Butter! Here is an easy crockpot Apple Butter recipe: Approximately 3 lb. apples 3 cups sugar 2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. nutmeg 1/2 tsp. allspice 1/2 tsp. cloves Dash of salt 3/4 cup water or fresh apple cider Fill … [Read more...]
Peach Recipes
We have peaches! Yes, the peaches here in Cecil County are AMAZING! You know the kind right? Fresh, ripe, juicy. The kind of peach that squirts juice in the eye of the person sitting next to you and drips down your chin. The hubster came home with $12 in peaches from a local produce stand. Let me tell you, that is a lot of peaches. So while wasting enjoying my time on Pinterest late at night (who needs sleep, right?) I found some great peach … [Read more...]
Fun in the Kitchen! 4th of July Party Ideas
Last night I made patriotic fruit kabobs with my Princess for our family's 4th of July party. Of course, being the forgetful mom that I am, I didn't snap a photo. I was inspired by this post from Around My Family Table. Here's another great fun idea we've done. I could just add some blueberries and these kabobs would be quite patriotic! I am so thankful for all the crafty people online. I get such great holiday ideas. My daughter LOVED making them with mommy and eating them of course was … [Read more...]
Brownies With Love
For Mother’s Day this last weekend, my wonderful husband and Princess made me brownies.{I am a BIG brownie fan!}Can you guess what the Princess’ new favorite thing about making brownies is?Yep, licking the bowl!Here is a brownie recipe for you to try that does not use sugar or chocolate:Carob Fudge BrowniesIngredients2 cups whole spelt flour1 cup carob powder1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons baking powder1 1/2 cups honey1 cup strong brewed vanilla hazelnut tea (such as Yogi®)1/2 cup heavy cream1/2 cup … [Read more...]
How to Cook Quinoa
I love the bulk food section at my supermarket. I can get just the amount that I need of an item. This week, I bought quinoa and lentils and honestly love both! How do you cook quinoa? How to cook quinoa: 1. Rinse and soak 1 cup of quinoa with hot water for at least 5 minutes.2. Drain with fine strainer.3. Add quinoa to 2 cups of water or broth. (I used vegetable broth.)4. Bring to boil.5. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.6. Remove quinoa from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.7. Fluff with fork … [Read more...]
