From the category archives:

Homemade

Almond Pecan Pie

November 19, 2009

Looking for a new and different twist on your favorite traditional pecan pie??? Tossing in some sliced almonds will give your pie a new flavor and texture!
Be on the lookout for sales on pecans, almonds and walnuts around the holidays…grab a few extra bags to carry you in to the new year!!!

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Homemade Spaghetti Sauce and Salsa

September 10, 2009

I’m not sure what possessed me to do this…but I found myself at the farmer’s market. Picking 20 pounds of tomatoes. Then going on a spaghetti sauce and salsa making spree…

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Blueberry-Strawberry Jam

July 21, 2009

Here is the recipe for the blueberry-strawberry jam I mentioned last week!

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Adventures in Canning

July 17, 2009

A little on why I’ve taken up canning and a few photos of my first canning adventures!

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Chocolate Brownie Coconut Milk Ice Cream

July 14, 2009

The most delicious dairy-free ice cream…that the boys will have at the birthday celebration!

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Homemade Pesto from the Garden

July 6, 2009

Made some fresh garden pesto using mint, spinach and basil picked from the garden…mmmmmmmm!

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July 4th Potato Salad

July 2, 2009

A new addition to my all time favorite potato salad…making it my “new and improved” all time favorite potato salad!

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Raspberry Mint Tea

June 11, 2009

Using my frozen raspberries and mint from the garden to make a delicious Raspberry Mint tea!

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Homemade Veggie Pizza

May 27, 2009

A homemade whole wheat pizza crust topped with green peppers and squash!

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Homemade Italian Breadsticks

May 22, 2009

Had a light dinner of salad and breadsticks tonight! Getting ready for a weekend of BBQing!

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