As summer marches on, there is an abundance of local zucchini available. Zucchini's mild neutral flavor makes it work equally well in...

It reached nearly 100 degrees here last week, so our smoothie season has officially arrived. In the hot summer months, smoothies and...

I love porridge for breakfast in the winter months. It is so warm, cozy, and nutritious. Over a decade ago, when I first learned about...

Pancakes for breakfast on a weekend morning always feel like a special treat to me. This recipe is simple to put together and cooks up...

Blini - I had never heard of these thin Russian pancakes before our homeschool world studies last fall.  Now blini are an adored recipe...

My family is exploring the cuisine from different parts of the United States as part of our homeschool unit on the United States.  One...

This simple recipe combines hash brown potatoes, cheese, and gravy into a yummy casserole. Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole is my husband's...

Sweet-tart raspberries and dark chocolate are a fantastic flavor combination. This grain-free muffin recipe relies on a combination of...

There is a cozy little bed-and-breakfast nestled in the New Mexico mountains that is one of my favorite places to stay on our seldom...

Lately, one of our favorite breakfasts is Egg-In-a-Nest.  I rediscovered this wonderful food a few months ago thanks to a visit from my...

I brought home a small haul of beautiful green Bartlett and Comte pears the week before last. Unlike apples and peaches, pears are picked...

Although her tolerance for grains is increasing over time, I still like to make grain-free baked goods for my daughter that she can enjoy...

Those of you who've been following my blog for awhile have probably figured out that I like a lot of variety in my diet. While I would...

Chocolate, orange, and molasses combine to make these muffins absolutely delicious.  These are our favorite muffins right now, and they...

Creamy and spicy: Gingerbread Custard Cake is a great complement to the holiday season. I developed this recipe with my husband in mind; ...

A friend recently offered me a pumpkin muffin and I was surprised to find chocolate chips inside. I'd never had pumpkin with chocolate...

My 4-year-old son's favorite food is quiche: eggs and veggies in cheesy goodness, what's not to like?  Usually I make mushroom and...

While my husband could happily eat the same foods over and over, I myself crave variety. These Morning Glory Muffins are my latest...

Up bright and early a few Saturdays ago, my husband and some friends spent a few hours doing the hard work of moving a very heavy shed...

Crispy fried potatoes are one of our staple side dishes.  These are crispy, buttery, and delicious.  They pair well with almost any other...