I had two things I needed to use up. One was a loaf of bread that no one was eating. The other was a batch of very ripe peaches. The bread pudding isn't dry; it is decadent, and it lifts up heavy sourdough. To make it even better, drizzle a bit of caramel over it… Continue reading Peach Bread Pudding
August In The Garden
It's August 31st, and the month is nearly done. It felt like a blink, and it was done. I started my month by driving to Florida and back, eating up 9 days, to see family. Our oldest watched the garden (and the dogs) for us, and there were thunderstorms 7 of the 9 days, so… Continue reading August In The Garden
High Protein Bacon Egg Bites
Protein is on the menu this morning. These simple egg bites make it easy to get your protein early in the morning. I actually like to eat them cold, with a bit of hummus on top (think savory frosting). High-Protein Egg Bites Ingredients: 8 large eggs 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese ¾ cup shredded cheddar… Continue reading High Protein Bacon Egg Bites
Great Depression Son Of A Gun Cherry Cobbler
The recipe name referred to something very easy to prepare. Quick to prepare and ready for the oven. This style of cobbler dates to the 1930s when it became popular. Fruit trees were still easily found on one's property, and even lining roads in towns. I would say 4 cups is a LOT of cherries; I'd… Continue reading Great Depression Son Of A Gun Cherry Cobbler
July In The Garden
July started off hot, with a classic "heat dome" over the East Coast. Water deeply at night was the game. We had a bad hailstorm in the 3rd week of the month; I lost a few branches on my grapevines and flattened some tomato plants, but overall the garden came through it OK. Some of… Continue reading July In The Garden