Easy to Make Kimchi

kimchi ready to eat

This recipe for kimchi is a great recipe if you are new to fermenting. I admit, I am very new to the practice of fermenting. I have been preserving foods for many years by canning and pickling and am very excited to learn another technique. Being somewhat familiar with the process of making sauerkraut it…

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French Onion Soup

French onion soup

This classic French Onion Soup is reminiscent of the soup you have come to love. Made with a rich beefy broth, beautifully caramelized onions and finished with crispy croutons and melted cheese for the perfect soup. Broth for the Soup I use homemade beef broth as a base for this soup. I roast off beef…

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How To Grow Romaine

Growing Romaine in a Salad Garden

Lettuce is a cool weather crop that we can start early in the season and harvest throughout the entire season. We look at how to grow romaine lettuce in any garden. Growing Romaine Lettuce One of the most popular varieties of lettuce is Romaine (Cos). The heads are full of beautifully large leaves. Used for…

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Cinnamon Sugar Muffins

cinnamon sugar muffins

These 2 bite Cinnamon Sugar Muffins are quick and easy to make and are sure to become a family favorite. With just a few ingredients you can have a batch of these 2 bite treats, reminiscent of the cinnamon sugar cake donuts from your favorite bakery. Mini Cupcake Tins Miniature cupcake tins are a must…

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Bran Muffins

bowl of fresh bran muffins

These easy to make and inexpensive Bran Muffins are a traditional recipe I first enjoyed in my grandmother’s kitchen. Warmed just to the touch with a pat of butter, really there is nothing better. The sweet nuttiness is perfect alongside a cup of tea or a fresh berry smoothie for a quick breakfast.   Making…

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