These Homemade English Muffins are one of those recipes that make an ordinary breakfast feel a little more special. I love the smell of homemade bread warming the kitchen in the morning. What makes this recipe especially nice is that you don’t need to turn on the oven. The muffins are cooked right in a […]
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This Blueberry Zucchini Bread is one of my favorite ways to turn some of that summer abundance into something we can enjoy long after zucchini season is over. When the garden starts giving us more zucchini than we can eat fresh, I know it’s time to start baking. The recipe starts with a zucchini bread
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This Classic and Easy Beau Monde Dip Recipe just became one of our favorite ways to enjoy our garden tomatoes, broccoli, and cauliflower. There is something especially good about sitting down to a meal or snack made with vegetables picked fresh from the garden. The tomatoes were the clear winner in our house. A ripe
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This homemade version of Cosmic Brownies nail the balance between fudgy and chewy. When I think about my favorite childhood sweet treats, the ultra sweet chocolate Cosmic Brownie is what first comes to mind. Years later, I am returning to this sweet treat as an adult and thought it would be fun to see how
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Skip the bakery section and make your own soft, homemade hamburger buns in less than an hour. These quick hamburger buns are light, pillowy, and finished with a golden sesame seed topping. They’re perfect for juicy burgers, pulled pork, grilled chicken, or even a simple sandwich for a weeknight dinner. What makes this recipe especially
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Farmhouse apple crisp made with fresh apples, warm spices, brown sugar, and a buttery crumb topping. Easy tips, variations, and serving ideas. We have one apple tree in the front of our farmyard. It happens to be my daughter’s favorite apple, but only for that short window when the fruit is still firm, sweet, and
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When the garden is overflowing with cucumbers and fresh plums are in season, this easy Plum Salsa is one of our favorite ways to bring those flavors together. It takes just minutes to make and is the perfect combination of sweet, crisp, and tangy. Whether you’re serving it with tortilla chips, spooning it over grilled
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This creamy garden cucumber dip is one of our favorite ways to enjoy that abundance. Made with crisp cucumbers, cream cheese, dill, and a few simple seasonings, it’s cool, refreshing, and perfect for warm afternoons. Whether you’re gathering vegetables straight from the garden, packing a picnic, or putting together a snack board for family and
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This Caramelized Blueberry Upside-Down Pancake takes everything you love about fluffy pancakes and transforms it into an easy oven-baked brunch that’s beautiful enough to serve guests. As it bakes, the butter and brown sugar melt together into a rich caramel sauce while the blueberries soften and burst into a jammy layer. Once flipped onto a
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Fresh zucchini, fluffy eggs, and plenty of cheddar cheese come together in these easy Zucchini Egg Cups. They’re a delicious make-ahead breakfast that’s packed with protein and fresh garden flavor. Whether you’re looking for a quick weekday breakfast, meal prep for busy mornings, or another tasty way to use up summer zucchini, these baked egg
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Cool off with this Garden Fresh Watermelon Gazpacho. A refreshing no-cook summer soup made with tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh watermelon juice that’s perfect for using garden produce. When the summer heat settles in and the garden is overflowing with fresh produce, the last thing you want to do is heat up the kitchen. This gazpacho
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When the garden is overflowing and fresh fruit is in season, it’s the perfect time to make this Fresh Apple and Blueberry Garden Salsa. Crisp tart apples, sweet blueberries, colorful peppers, and fresh herbs come together with a squeeze of lime for a bright, flavorful salsa that’s just as delicious alongside tortilla chips as it
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This Fresh Garden Berry Cranberry Spritzer combines juicy raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries with cranberry juice, fresh lemon, and a little sweetness. A splash of club soda adds just enough fizz to make it a refreshing drink for a warm afternoon. This is an easy single-serving recipe, so you don’t have to make a whole pitcher
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This Winter Berry Spritzer combines tart cranberry juice, bright pomegranate juice, fresh lemon juice, homemade simple syrup, and bubbly lemon-lime soda for a refreshing drink that’s as pretty as it is easy to make. When the weather turns cold, there’s something special about having a festive drink to share around the table. This recipe makes
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These old-fashioned homemade chocolate sandwich cookies are a from-scratch version of a childhood favorite. Soft chocolate cookies are filled with a sweet vanilla cream filling for a nostalgic treat made with simple pantry ingredients. There’s something special about making homemade cookies that brings everyone into the kitchen. Maybe it’s the smell of chocolate baking in
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These juicy baked venison meatballs are made with ground deer meat, fresh garden herbs, and simple pantry ingredients for an easy dinner. What makes these meatballs special is how adaptable they are. We used fresh basil and chives picked from the garden, duck eggs from our flock, and mozzarella because that’s what we had on
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Have you ever tried making fresh pasta from scratch? With just a handful of pantry staples, you can create tender, flavorful noodles that taste far better than anything from a box. Whether you’re serving them with a rich homemade sauce, adding them to chicken soup, or pairing them with fresh garden vegetables, homemade pasta turns
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Learn how to make crispy roasted green peas in the oven. This healthy, crunchy snack is budget-friendly, easy to customize with seasonings, and perfect for meal prep. Looking for a nutritious snack that’s crispy, satisfying, and incredibly easy to make? These roasted green peas deliver all the crunch you crave without reaching for a bag
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Make soft, chewy 2 ingredient protein bagels with cottage cheese and self-rising flour. No yeast, ready in under 40 minutes, and easy to customize. Fresh homemade bagels don’t have to be complicated. With just cottage cheese and self-rising flour, you can bake soft, chewy, protein-packed bagels in less than 40 minutes. They’re perfect for busy
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Tender, juicy, and full of rich flavor, this pan fried venison tenderloin is one of the easiest ways to enjoy wild game. With just a few simple ingredients and less than 15 minutes from start to finish, this recipe lets the natural flavor of the venison shine. Whether you’re preparing a meal after a successful
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