Over the weekend, I wanted to do something fun with the family. I think oftentimes we think to do something fun, we have to *go* somewhere, *buy* something, be entertained or whatnot.My guys are gearing up for the annual boy scout camping trip to Skymont. I thought it would be a … [Read more...] about Saturday’s are for Family
recipes
Putting by: Spaghetti Sauce
I love the old term, putting by.Putting by the harvest, stocking up and preserving for another time.Yesterday I 'put by' the first of the spaghetti sauce for the year.I used up some of last years tomatoes in a new way.This is one way you can stretch your vegetables even … [Read more...] about Putting by: Spaghetti Sauce
A family favorite ~Baked Oatmeal~
I was thinking of making a new series, not weekly... but more of a whenever the mood strikes me and I think about it kind of series. Because, I can not guarantee the mood to always strike weekly. It's just how I roll.Anyways, what I was thinking of was sharing with you things my … [Read more...] about A family favorite ~Baked Oatmeal~
Blackberry Scones
Blackberries are beautiful around here right now and we are taking full advantage of them and planning all types of yummy foods... as well as just popping them straight into our mouths.This morning we are having blackberry scones for breakfast.Here's how we made them:Blackberry … [Read more...] about Blackberry Scones
Homestead Cottage Cheese
Making your own cottage cheese at home is so much easier than you think.Here's what you will need:1 gallon milk (we used raw whole, but you could use 2% or skim also)1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, again the good kind Braggs raw1/2 tsp saltheavy creamPour your milk into a large … [Read more...] about Homestead Cottage Cheese
