Fall has definitely arrived here in Eastern Kentucky. Our trees have lost most of their leaves and the kids – especially my grandsons are really enjoying raking leaves and then jumping in the piles! We eat a lot of fruit, and you know, fruit tastes best when it’s in season – and fall means apples!…
One of my favorite things about our yard is the picnic area. We have two picnic tables in our front yard and during the spring, summer, and fall I love to host frequent get-togethers outside! We have a large extended family here in our small town and when we get together, everyone comes to my…
I can’t say I’ve always been a creative cook. But, over the last decade or so, I’ve really taken to trying new flavors and feeding my family a variety of nutritious foods. It’s a lot of fun to experiment with flavors in the kitchen! One of the main benefits I’ve found from feeding my family a wide…
This creamy, rich soup is so easy to make and is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter’s night! I think you’ll love this Cream of Cauliflower Soup as much as I do! Cream of Cauliflower Soup 2 cloves garlic 1/2 head of large cauliflower, cut into florets 2 cups vegetable broth 1/2 cup…
One of my favorite things about summer is the beautiful tomatoes – especially when they are homegrown! This recipe is super simple to make and tastes amazing. Salad Ingredients 4 or 5 Heirloom tomatoes (different colors and sizes), sliced 1 fresh Mozzarella, sliced 3 Basil leaves 1 Oregano stem salt/pepper Vinaigrette Ingredients salt/pepper Juice from 1…
This simple Peppercorn Ranch Pasta Salad is perfect for picnics, potluck, an everyday lunch, or light supper! Peppercorn Ranch Pasta Salad 1 box medium shells pasta or rotini 2 cups of broccoli florets 8 oz. grape tomatoes, halved 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 bottle Peppercorn Ranch Dressing salt to taste Cook pasta according…
This is a light and refreshing dish – perfect for a luncheon, appetizer, or light supper. Mini Caprese Salad Bites Mini Mozzarella balls Cherry Tomatoes Salt Pepper Italian Seasoning EVOO Fresh Basil Season your mozzarella and tomatoes separately with all the ingredients above to your liking. Let it sit in the bowl for about 10…
Game Day Snacks You’ll Love This collection of game day snacks and appetizers is sure to win the heart of your favorite football fan! Sausage Cheese Balls with Cream Cheese Tomato Cheese Spread Homemade Cheese Crackers Artichoke and Spinach Dip Boiled Peanuts Sweet and Spicy Vegetarian “Buffalo Wings” Ranch Veggie Pizza Sausage Cheese Balls Amish…