And here we are at last! I know, I know! Begging the pardon of summer enthusiasts ( I, myself had an excellent summer!) but Autumn is the best. I just finished decorating for Halloween! Around the equinox I put up all my autumn things. My orange leaf garlands and wreaths, my decorative pumpkins collection…but then…come …
Hello there! And Hello June! It finally feels like the season is changing here in Oregon. It’s been cold and cloudy May. My tomato garden is unhappy with the situation but the forecast has lots of little sun icons in it so I’m getting excited for summer to finally show up. It’s sunday, let grab …
This dish was my mom’s specialty when I was growing up. Goulash night was the best night! I can remember the smell of it bubbling away in a well seasoned Farberware electric skillet. The thing finally kicked the bucket in the early 00’s and mom’s goulash never tasted the same when she made it in …
Hey there! I hope you’re bundled up! It’s full on winter now, I don’t think it’s kidding this time. While there’s not a lot of snow where I am, I do hear that for the majority of you it’s pretty intense. Nothing really you can do but cuddle up with a cup of something hot …
I thought this was going to be hard. I’d always made pizza in my oven and it was good but not “ZOMG! this is the best!” I was a little intimidated to try on the grill, what if it stuck? Well, I needn’t have worried! It works wonderfully and now my homemade pizza is indeed, ZOMG! Basic …
Rosemary Focaccia Bread 1 1/4 cups Very Warm Water (110 degrees) 1/2 teaspoon Sugar 1 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast 4 cups Flour 1 teaspoon Salt 3 tablespoons Olive Oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped Fresh Rosemary For Baking: 1/4 cup additional Olive Oil 2 teaspoons additional Salt Dissolve the sugar into the warm water, then stir …
Meet, A Beautiful Mess! Sisters Elsie Larson and Emma Chapman are the owners of the company who, along with their fantastic creative team, focus on bringing happiness through a handmade life style. Their tutorials, recipes, decorating ideas, and photography are a source of constant inspiration! They have apps too! I’m addicted to their Party! Party! …
As summer resolutions go it’s tame compared to years past, but the the projects listed make me terrifically happy! What’s on your list?
Has everyone figured out what they are making for Easter? Here’s a few links to help. Or, possibly make you second guess your decision, like this wonderful looking baked ricotta! Baked Ricotta This is what I’m making. You gotta have hot cross buns! Dana at Minimalist Baker made these yummy peanut butter eggs. Hop over …
This month I’d like you to meet is Sarah Carey. She’s the editor for Martha Stewart’s Everyday Food Magazine. Sarah makes amazingly simple and easy to fix meals. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for new ideas or a novice needing basic knowledge, Sarah is your girl! She’s really improved dinner time around my house! …
Kathleen Rear 