It’s time you met the other member of the family. Kitten came to live with us when my brother and wife Deb were moving from New Hampshire to Arizona and stopped here on the way. Kitten was snug in her carrier when the house settled for the night. In the morning, the carrier was empty. […]
How to create salads your family will love
Green salads are a great addition to any meal. They are low in carbs and calories but filling so you can eat a lot without going above your daily goal. They are a delicious way to pack in nutrients. But like anything else on the table, salads can be boring. Here’s some ways to […]
Strawberry Lemonade
I’ve heard that when life hands you lemons, you should make lemonade. So I did. Gorgeous strawberry lemonade!! Because my refrigerator has a strange quirk. Whatever is shoved into the upper right hand corner of the top shelf freezes. Weird, huh? This time it was a package of fresh strawberries intended for an absolutely gorgeous […]
Sweet Firecrackers
Sweet Firecracker mints — A surprising treat for Fourth of July! Sweet liberty, the shot heard around the world and firework celebration rolled into one. This is a cream cheese mint recipe updated with intense coloring and a surprising — yet subtle — flavoring that refreshes! Cinnamon gives these cute little treats their firecracker kick. […]
A mixed bag
A smidgen of topics today just because I’m still in a vacation frame of mind . . . something from our trip related to kitchen design — sort of; a note about the Rhubarb Cherry Jam posted HERE and a reminder to change your reader.. . . And you thought your stove was […]
Smoked Salmon Quiche
Deep Dish Smoked Salmon Quiche with Dill. I could almost smell the smoked salmon when I found this recipe in a Quick and Easy Paula Deen’s magazine. So when I saw smoked salmon on sale the deal was sealed. I picked up the salmon and carton of half and half and planned to make it […]
Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!