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I love to bake and cook and I’m always looking for new recipes & techniques to challenge me☺️.

I have amazing grandchildren that I love spending time with. We love to hike in nature and a couple of them actually like hanging out with me in the kitchen!!

I strive everyday to seek God and His will in my life. 1 Corinthians 15:10 “By the grace of God, I am what I am.”

Latest Recipes

  • Homemade Alfajores

    There is a charming new little bakery in a town near us called Gather. If you’ve ever lived in or visited a bustling resort town, you probably know the drill: getting anywhere on the weekends requires tactical parking strategies, patience, and a little bit of luck. To make matters trickier, Gather is only open Friday,…

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  • Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

    You know how it goes—sometimes it takes a little nudge from your family to get things done. The other day, my daughter Melissa called me with a very specific request. She asked if I had a strawberry rhubarb pie recipe on my blog. She said she had searched the site up and down, but couldn’t…

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  • All Butter Pie Crust

    The Ultimate Guide to Flaky, All-Butter Homemade Pie Crust (Makes 2 Crusts) There is a distinct magic in a truly homemade pie crust. Store-bought versions have their place, but nothing compares to the golden, flaky, melt-in-your-mouth perfection of a crust made from scratch. If the thought of making pie pastry intimidates you, take a deep…

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  • Mint Chocolate Stracciatella Gelato

    There’s something magical about the foods our grandchildren love. For our sweet grandson Seth, his absolute weakness is mint chocolate chip ice cream. Whenever he visits, you can almost guarantee a trip to the local scoop shop is on the agenda. So, when I found out he was coming to stay with us last week,…

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  • Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Salad

    The Ultimate Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Salad: A Zesty, Fresh Weeknight Winner Looking for a meal that hits the perfect balance of fresh, savory, and satisfying? This Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Salad is exactly what your recipe rotation needs. Combining the smoky char of perfectly grilled chicken with the creamy bite of pearl mozzarella, the salty punch…

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  • Fregola Sarda Salad

    The Ultimate Fregola Sarda Salad: A Taste of Sardinia in Your Kitchen! If you aren’t familiar with Fregola Sarda, prepare for your new favorite pantry staple.  Often described as the “cousin” of larger couscous, Fregola is a toasted pearl pasta from Sardinia that offers a delightful, chewy texture and a subtle, nutty flavor. Today, we’re…

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