It’s an oppressive dreary day outside and perfect for turning on the oven and filling the house with good smells. Now that I’m baking again, I wanted to try making pizza dough. I have a recipe I’ve made before and remember it as being very good, so I threw together the dough and set it aside to rise. The dough didn’t rise as much as … Continue reading pizza day
I’ve decided to start a new weekly series to carry me through winter, until the flowers are blooming again, and I can continue with “this week’s bouquet”. When winter hits with a “punch”, I need something to entertain myself until I can garden again. Plus, the oven warms the house and the aromas are heavenly. So . . . to start the series, I’m making … Continue reading this week’s bake – macaroon angel cakes
This recipe for veggie chili came from a Facebook friend and it makes a very large pot full, much more than one person can eat. It is easy to make and has great flavor. I try to make it several times each winter as it is healthy, filling, and perfect for snowy days. When I was deep cleaning my refrigerator and cupboards a few … Continue reading stretching meals
This is a very old pastry recipe that I first made over 45 years ago. It is one of my absolute favorite pastries. It has always been a labor of love to make, since you need to proof the dough overnight in the refrigerator, making it a two-day process. This pastry is made with an almond paste made by a company called “Solo”, and I … Continue reading almond kringle
Between Christmas and New Year’s, I repainted my kitchen while I was off from work. The paint needed a freshening up and because the kitchen is on the north side of my house, it is often very dark and hard to take photos in. I liked the green color I had, but wanted to lighten it up a few shades in hopes of brightening up the … Continue reading painting the kitchen
I’m not sure what’s come over me, but suddenly, I want to bake. It might just be the New Year, or I’ve been watching too many episodes of “The Great British Bake Off” lately. I haven’t baked in years. It is something I did only out of necessity, and only then if backed into a corner. But . . . I’ve decided to ride this … Continue reading an afternoon of baking
First there was one visitor at the bird feeder. Well two, if you count the squirrel tucked inside the feeder. And when I came back, there were three. This is most likely the mother and her twins that were frequent visitors this summer. They have spent quite a bit of time here this winter, even bedding down sometimes at night. They are welcome at the … Continue reading the magic of snow
I haven’t created a floral arrangement in a long time since absolutely nothing is green or blooming at this time of year. So, I thought I’d use some faux pines to create an arrangement that will take me through the duration of winter. While not exactly a vase, this over sized bottle makes a quiet statement and fills an empty corner in the dining room. … Continue reading in a vase on monday
Drippy and dreary are the best words to describe the weather around here lately. Until the snow comes to brighten the scenery, Ohio weather is not only drippy and dreary, but some people find it downright depressing. The sun hasn’t been out much this winter and the cloudy days go on endlessly. While some people experience winter onset SAD (Seasonal affective disorder), I mostly just … Continue reading a drippy, dreary day
The presents are wrapped, the food is prepped, and the table is set. All is ready for Christmas. Just Christmas Eve service and family gatherings to attend. May we remember and celebrate the reason for the season – Christ our Lord. Wishing everyone a jolly Christmas with your families!!! Continue reading christmas ready
