Dry vs Liquid Measures
I’m a fan of Instagram cooking sites. There are so many out in the universe. However, the one thing that vexes me is the use of liquid measures for dry … Continue reading
Local Volunteer Gardening Opportunities
Local Volunteer Opportunities at the Algonquin Lake in the Hills Interfaith Food Pantry Victory and Herb Gardens We’ve come a long way at the Algonquin Lake in the Hills Food … Continue reading
How is it that I am unacquainted with my Microwave
Seriously? There’s a button for baking potatoes on my microwave. Did you know that? I had NO IDEA. I’ve been using microwaves for approximately 36 years and Skinnytaste pointed out … Continue reading
More Wonderful Children’s Books.
My friend, Michelle, shared more of her treasured children’s books with me. This group of books had a thematic swirl to them. Enchanting opportunities to make anyone smile, especially children. … Continue reading
From Behind the Teacher’s Desk
I’ve always been fascinated with children’s books. It began in Ottawa, Illinois, where I often visited the historical Reddick’s Library children’s area, where the librarian barred me from taking out … Continue reading
Country Chicken
UPDATE: I wrote this post in 2011 but have been using it for years. It’s a great go to recipe that makes a lot. This time around I’m using Trader … Continue reading
When a Cookie Holds a Memory
The first bite of a cookie holds childhood memories waiting to be sprung from our happy place. The taste, the aroma, the sugar, the vanilla, the color, the shape, the … Continue reading
Anyone Can Cook – Corn Chowder
All year long we’ve been following Gina Homolka, the Skinny Taste blogger and cookbook author. She takes recipes and breaks them down to create healthier versions for her readers. She … Continue reading
Cleaning the Cupboard
For a few weeks I’ve intended to clean out my pantry because Thanksgiving is just around the corner. We’ve all had the grocery store moment where item wasn’t on the … Continue reading
Strawberry Rhubarb Streusel Cake
I love rhubarb, in so many ways. Growing up in Yorkville, we grew it on the edge of our half acre vegetable garden. My mom froze it, made pie out … Continue reading
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