Shortcakes From Pioneer Woman
It’s been a lovely couple of days enjoying our strawberry bounty here. I love the day or two after we go fruit picking, because the kids (Zander, really) never need to ask...
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Erika
Canning Season Declared Open
So this happened the other day. We totally lucked out and caught the opening day at our local strawberry patch. We lucked out even further and motivated ourselves to head over early...
Cooking With Israeli Couscous
Waaay back last month, our family spent Memorial Day weekend in the Twin Cities, Minnesota, visiting with family. Every time we go there we always have a list of things we’d like...
A Spectacular Summery Muffin
I’ve had this muffin recipe floating around for quite a while. I couldn’t even begin to tell you when I sought it out, but I know I’ve had it sitting here, waiting...
In The Crockpot: Sausage and Peppers
We had our end of year dance recital last weekend. And guess what?! I actually took a picture of my babies, and since it’s been a while since I shared a picture...
Have You Ever Had A Collard Green?
Collard greens (among many greens) are not a food that is typically found or served here in the northern part of the country. I’m not entirely sure why that is. I assumed...
Kicking Off Summer With A Vanilla Cupcake
It was a very exciting thing to wake up the morning of June 2nd and realize that all the busy-ness of the end of April and all of May was completely over....
Mini Strawberry Rhubarb Pies
Last week we brought home a bunch of first-crop rhubarb from my mom. It is so sweet and delicious this year- Zander keeps nibbling on it straight up, not even dunking it...
Balsamic Browned Butter Asparagus
We were gifted some of the first asparagus of the season the other night. We seldom eat it unless it is freshly harvested, because there is just no comparison between the two....
BBQ Pork Enchiladas
Halfway thru the busy, busy month of May! This week we wrapped up the school year with very little fanfare. We were just ready to be done. Abigail has been working so...
Oh Boy, Lemon Bread
It’s been ages since I had a slice of lemon bread. I couldn’t really tell you the last time that was, but I know I’ve been on the lookout for a good...
Just A Trifle
Trifle may well be my favorite dessert to prepare for a crowd. A person is only limited by their imagination and the ingredients at their disposal. A trifle is basically a layered...