This week we have made coordinating aprons for Charlotte, my mother-in-law, and myself. Donning our new aprons we set out to make my mother-in-law's favorite cookies- Oatmeal Craisin. So yummy (...and kind of healthy...they have oatmeal in them....does that count?). This is a great cookie ...

Saturday night we created our own burger joint - my sister Joanna likes to make her own french fries from scratch so I took pictures of her working and I am going to share them with you! They take a little bit of work, but are so yummy and not that bad for you because they are baked. You will ...

Mmmmmmmmmangoes :) Another lovely summer treat. Not just delicious- so good for you too! Did you know they contain: phenols- antioxidants high levels of iron papain - a digestive aid magnesium potassium Yesterday we bought some at the store- 10 for $10. But, have you ever ...

Tomorrow is my momma's birthday, so I am making some yummy Margarita Cupcakes to celebrate! I made these last year on her birthday and they turned out well, so we are making them again. You can find the recipe here, on Hostess with the Mostess. They are vegan (although I use butter and milk) and ...

Here's what I have done today... Made homemade applesauce: This is so easy and healthy for your family. Since you cook the apples with the skin on, you retain all of the nutrients in the whole apple. Charlotte would eat the whole batch by herself if I would let her. Here is what you will need: ...

Now, there is nothing too stellar about the recipe itself - it's all in the technique. Ingredients: 5 cups sifted White Lily Flour(this flour is lighter than others and produces fluffier biscuits - you can also use cake flour) 1 T. plus 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 T. salt 1/2 cup, ...

Derby Pie: This pie is courtesy of my good friend Katy Q. Since yesterday was the most exciting 2 minutes in sports (Kentucky Derby), we decided to make Derby Pie - it tastes like a giant chocolate chip cookie. Oh so good. Ingredients: Frozen Pie Crust 2 slightly beaten eggs 1 ...

Cherry galette Okay so I have 9 days left in the house and I am packing all day long...but a girl's gotta satisfy her sweet tooth! That is why I used the cheater method to make this yummy dessert. Ingredients 1 frozen pie crust 1 bag frozen dark sweet cherries 2 tsp lemon juice ...

If you have never cared for Zucchini, here is a recipe that will change your mind. At least it changed my husband's:) You will need: 3 or 4 zucchini squash, butter, milk, sugar, salt, and pepper. Step 1: Slice the zucchini and place in a pot of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 ...

Happy Friday everyone! You must drool over this gorgeous quilt made by Jacquie over at sewmamasew.com. Wow - I love the selvage thing - mom wouldn't this be a perfect design for you to use? She has been saving selvages for quite some time now. Anyway, this is amazing. Selvage Quilt by Jacquie ...

I don't know about you, but chicken pot pie is one of my comfort foods. This one goes together so quickly and is always a hit - whether at a pot luck, when guests are over, or like tonight - Friday night in, just my little family. Here is what you will need: Two frozen deep dish pie crusts ...