Herb Topped Sourdough Loaf

Topped with Dill, Fennel, Marjoram, & Sea Salt

This blend of herbs mingled nicely with the sour dough. And, it filled the house with the most delicious scent of freshly baked sour dough bread.

Herb Topped Sourdough Loaf makes 1 loaf

June 10th, 2015 | Category: Bread, Favorite Ingredients, Food, From Scratch, Mostly Healthy, Recipe, Technique | Leave a comment

Peanut Banana Butter

This great little spread does it all. It can be a snack, a meal or a sweet. Just vary your portion to fit your hunger level. It’s great straight off the spoon, too. For a healthier treat, omit the sugar and add 1 tablespoon of honey (or no honey at […]

The Roses Are Gone

We missed most of the full blooming roses this year. But, we were able to enjoy the buds and some of the full flowers. The fragrance was nothing short of heavenly in the back yard.

The alpine strawberries have been sprouting nicely. But, something is eating the tender […]

The First Raspberries

Rasberry blossoms…

…and the first tiny fruit are sprouting.

Will we get a taste? Or, will the squirrels demolish our little baby fruit? We have no idea. But, we’re thrilled to see so many blossoms turn into budding fruit. To […]

A Day At The Beach

Quiet Beach Days Are The Best

Cool, cloud free…

And, then, there’s the water.

…Just look at that water.

Too soon, we have to head back to reality. There’s unpacking to do. And, […]

Snacks

Snacks are every bit as important as a real meal. You could even say they’re more important. How often do your snacks turn into that days lunch? The best of intentions get swept to the wayside when there are things to do. So, what do you eat for your snack/possible […]

Cherry Blossoms

I’m in love with these cherry blossoms.

Cherry Blossom makes 2

3 ounces brandy 3 ounces tart cherry juice tiny splash simple syrup, if desired cherries, to garnish

In a cocktail mixing glass, combine ice, brandy and cherry juice. Taste. Add very tiny splash […]

Strawberry Peach Sangria

The last of the blossoms have fallen and the leaves are filling in beautifully. Don’t those vibrantly bright green leaves call to you and demand attention even with pollen in the air?

Get out there and enjoy!

April 13th, 2015 | Category: Breakfast, Cocktails & Libations, Favorite Ingredients, Food, From Scratch, Fruit, Recipe | Leave a comment

Raspberry & Cranberry Jam

It’s almost spring. That means it’s time to start cleaning out the freezer. As usual, there was a leftover bag of cranberries and a couple bags of frozen raspberries (I love a raspberry and mixed berry smoothies.) So, I tried combining the two. It’s a winning combination. From start to […]

Bee’s Knees & My Garden Prep

Springtime is right around the corner. It’s almost time to plant! In honor of the coming spring, here’s the perfect garden brunch cocktail. (Well, I think it’s a great one at least.) To keep this cocktail light and fresh, you’ll want to stick with a mildly floral gin. For this […]