Feb 27 2026
Broccoli Cheese Soup: Simple Soup that Beats the Restaurants!
Sometimes you just need a big bowl of creamy cheesy soup and this Broccoli Cheese Soup hits the spot! It’s full of vegetables, tender fresh broccoli, rich broth, and sharp...
Feb 18 2026
Special Cakes to Make for Everyday or Celebrations!
We are in the stretch of winter between the excitement and busyness of the holidays and the start of spring. For me they can be long days, especially with night...
Feb 11 2026
No-Bake Cookies, a Quick and Easy Chocolate Treat
Chocolate No-bake Cookies were the first thing I learned to cook when I was a kid. They have always been a favorite of mine and I loved being able to...
Feb 03 2026
All-Purpose Seasoning Recipe: the Perfect Simple and Easy Blend
I recently came across a recipe for an all-purpose seasoning blend in an old Paula Deen cookbook. She calls it her House Seasoning Mix and now I know why! It...
Dec 04 2025
Chocolate Pecans, a Perfect Gift You’ll Love to Give!
Every Christmas you’ll find me in the kitchen making a batch or two of these Chocolate Pecans to give as gifts and to enjoy as a special snack. The recipe...
Oct 28 2025
Saving Marigold Seeds for Free Plants Next Year
This summer I had a garden again for the first time in several years. We expanded the garden space, built a retaining wall, and added fresh soil. Since all this...
Aug 25 2025
Dori’s World Peace Cookies that will Change Your Life!
Sometimes you come across a recipe that’s so good you know it’s going straight in your recipe box. This is what happened the first time I made Dori Greenspan’s World...
Aug 13 2025
Southern Sweet Tea; Make Your Own and Save Money
I grew up in Louisiana and was lucky enough to spend a lot of time at my grandparent’s house. One thing you could always count on was being served a...
Jul 30 2025
The Frugal Summer Home for Growth, Joy, and Beauty
I’ve been making a home for the past twenty four years and it’s been one of the most enjoyable parts of my life. There’s always new skills to learn, unique...
Jul 23 2025
Lemon Drizzle Cake; a Classic Simple Cake You’ll Love!
The Lemon Drizzle Cake is a traditional British dessert and one that’s often requested by my family. It’s an easy cake to make and has a soft texture flavored with...