Have some blueberries and extra yogurt in the fridge? Don’t have any fresh blueberries, use frozen! Usually scones are made with cream but I decided to make them healthier by substituting non fat vanilla yogurt. These scones are also half wheat which can give an extra fiber boost. This recipe works best when using thinner […]
Stone Fruit Butter
I had some peaches and apricots in the fruit bowl that were super ripe and a bit too soft for eating. I wanted to make something special for my son’s teachers so I decided to make stone fruit butter. The butter came out sweet, thick, full of summer flavor and had a nice smooth texture. […]
Peach Vanilla Jam
Peaches are ripe now and in season so it’s a perfect time to make Peach Jam. I am loving my jam maker and the creativity that goes into making jam. The recipe below is for my jam maker but if you don’t have a jam maker, check out this link to make the jam on […]
Ginger Pear Jam
Have any ripe pears? Like jam? I made this super yummy ginger pear jam after trying to rack my brain for a creative way to use up the rest of my extremely ripe pears. I own the Ball Automatic Jam Maker which I use pretty often. My husband thought I was a bit off the […]
Apple Butter
I never knew what apple butter was until I was an adult and started apple picking in upstate New York. I love apple butter on toast, muffins, waffles, pancakes or even french toast. It is sweet, smooth and delicious on so many different types of food. It is also very easy to make. Since this […]
Rice Krispies Fun
Who need electronics and toys when you have a Rice Krispies Box? I remember as a child always looking on the back of cereal boxes while I ate my cereal and looking forward to getting the prize inside the box. I forgot the joys of the cereal box when surrounded by so many choices of […]
Pumpkin Oat Scones
I love pumpkin scones, especially when the leaves are falling and the weather is getting cooler outside. They are sweet, a little crumby and moist inside. The icing on top makes them super special. These scones are easy to make with your kids on a weekend morning. The scones are pretty big so your kids […]
Wheat Germ Granola Bars
I have been making these bars for years and wanted to share them with my readers. They are healthy, easily modified, and ideal for a quick breakfast or a snack. They store well in an airtight container (after cooled) and freeze well. They are a cinch to make and can be enjoyed by Mommy and […]
Banana Stuffed French Toast
I made this french toast one morning after brainstorming what to do with my leftover challah. I wanted something different and had some nice ripe bananas. What is better with bananas? Nutella of course! Feel free to fill your french toast with anything that your heart desires. That is the beauty of this recipe. Please […]
Maple Almond and Fig Oatmeal with Bananas
I made this oatmeal one night after craving one of my favorite sandwiches. I love almond butter, fig and banana sandwiches. I know it sounds a bit strange but its almost like a fancy peanut butter and jelly sandwich. I picked up maple almond butter at the farmers market and wanted to give it a […]