I’ve been buying alot of fruit lately, and no one is eating it.  I bought a whole watermelon (not a huge one) and if I eat any more I’ll be floating down the street!  Instead of a fruit salad, I came across this sherbert recipe. It’s super easy and no ice cream maker necessary! You…

Did you know that the first pies were often made from pastry that was intentionally barely edible?  Pastry was used as a method of keeping meats and fillings moist during cooking and also to seal the filling to keep it from spoiling. YUM.  Many believe the term “pie” has its beginnings from “magpie”, a bird…

I never had any luck with making a homemade cake from scratch.  So if I do make a cake, its usually from a boxed mix.  Nothing wrong with them, to me, it’s still a homemade cake.  The Pistachio Pudding Cake is a throwback to the 70’s when everyone was baking with some kind of jell-o…

Did you know? The natural salt in food accounts for about 10 percent of total intake, on average according to the FDA.  The salt we add at the table or while cooking adds another 5 to 10 percent.  About 75 percent of our total salt intake comes from salt added to processed foods by manufacturers…

I’ve recently has some requests for quick, easy and healthy foods for kids.  Kids love mac and cheese and this version cooks nearly as fast as that one in the box.  While the pasta is cooking, make the ultra-creamy sauce and your done!  No-Bake Macaroni and Cheese 8 oz. Whole wheat pasta (your choice) 1…

Sometimes I want to make something in the slow cooker – when I finally decide, it’s a little too late for the 6 hour wait.  So I turn to my trusty pressure cooker.  You can make this recipe two ways.  If you plan ahead, use the slow cooker – if you decide at the last…

This is a fun way to serve stuffed french toast. You can fill these with just about anything! I’m thinking these could also be a dessert! Ingredients 6 slices white or wheat bread Nutella, Strawberry Cream Cheese or any preserves 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 tsp.…

Frittatas like this one are a popular main-course in the southern Italian region of Calabria. In America, ricotta is usually made from cow’s milk. I have never had the fresh ricotta of Italy which is made from sheep’s milk. I have made fresh ricotta and it’s super simple to make! Homemade Ricotta. Season with more…

Did you know that the first pies were often made from pastry that was intentionally barely edible?  Pastry was used as a method of keeping meats and fillings moist during cooking and also to seal the filling to keep it from spoiling. YUM.  Many believe the term “pie” has its beginnings from “magpie”, a bird…

Fabulous Fall is almost here!  Time for anything appley goodness!  Like a warm, almost caramel baked apple! These apples are not overly-sweet and hold up well to baking.  Let’s get on with it shall we? 5 Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored 5 Tbsp. butter 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup craisans 1/3 cup pecans,…

Most of us never tire of a good, homemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese – our all American comfort food.  A lot of recipes you might have eaten would have some form of a roux, cooked flour and milk.  When I saw this recipe – this step was completely omitted.  The traditional cheddar is here, along…

Most of us never tire of a good, homemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese – our all American comfort food.  A lot of recipes you might have eaten would have some form of a roux, cooked flour and milk.  When I saw this recipe – this step was completely omitted.  The traditional cheddar is here, along…

The finality of picking the last of what was left in my garden this year (sigh).  Still, we can save the best for last! My son loves these pickled green tomatoes and he’s given me subtle hints recently.  So here is the last of the garden – two quarts of pickled green tomatoes.  No processing…

I love cauliflower, but I know not everyone would agree with me.  Let’s face it – it’s bland.  If I buy a jar of pickled Giardinera, I pick out all the cauliflower.  This is a nice summer salad that can sit at room temperature for hours. This would also be good as part of an…