Figs Are Rich and Tasty Fall Fruit Experience
Dori Fritzinger
October 9, 2013
Fresh figs eaten straight from the tree are delicious. Figs can also be canned or frozen to keep that tasty flavor all year long.
Recipes
Pumpkin Surprise At Barefoot Farm
Kathy Harrison
October 4, 2013
Organic gardner and preparation expert Kathy Harrison is surprised by the resiliency of the squashes in her homestead’s garden. And one bright surprise makes her day.
Recipe of The Week: Grand Granola Hits The Spot
Kathy Harrison
September 23, 2013
Granola is the ticket. We all like it. I make huge batches of it to have on hand for a quick meal or a snack to stave off hunger pangs. Granola’s great in cookies and cobbler too!
Recipe of the Week: Fresh Grilled Fruit Mix
jsmith
May 15, 2013
This week’s recipe, Fresh Grilled Fruit Mix, is a simple one that requires little ingredients and little time, and of course, the grill.
Recipe of The Week: Homemade Brownie Mix!
Karen Johnson
March 20, 2013
As we grew up, Mom kept this homemade brownie mix on hand in a big, clear, airtight jar because we liked it better than the box stuff.
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers Answer to New Cook’s Prayers
AlisonKnight
March 6, 2013
As a newlywed, I have been attempting to cook more often for my husband. I try to create unique, healthy and flavorful dishes and it’s been quite the adventure.
The Best Power Bars. Ever.
Jaqueline
November 6, 2012
Gluten-free, white sugar-free and packed with protein and superfoods, this homemade power bar will put any packaged one to shame. Perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Mom’s Pumpkin Bread
jsmith
October 15, 2012
Every Thanksgiving, for as long as I can remember, my mom makes two loaves of pumpkin bread. In our family, this is an absolute favorite. As the loaves bake, the entire kitchen is filled with a sweet, enticing aroma of pumpkin and cinnamon. (The smell alone has been known to bring a crowd into my mom’s kitchen.)
When Pumpkin Meets Chocolate: An Irresistible Recipe
jsmith
October 11, 2012
If you’re looking for a chocolatey twist on the traditional pumpkin bread, we have a great recipe for you to try. This recipe was submitted by one of our readers, who says this pumpkin bread is a favorite in her family and has been passed along through the generations.
Green Tomatoes Week: Tangy Chutney
BeeSmith
August 15, 2012
Chutney is a well-loved relish here in Ireland, and is popular throughout the British Isles. Why not introduce it to your family? It’s easy to make.
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