If you are Gen X, you might have been introduced to coffee through International House Coffee mixes back in the day. The metal tins of powder had a rather weak flavor, yet we loved it if someone's mom had it in her kitchen. It was a forbidden treat for sure. My Mom did not buy… Continue reading Pantry Staples: Mocha Cinnamon Coffee Mix
Category: Recipes
One Pot Chicken Basil Pasta
This has been a "fun" week. Our stove decided to have issues. We bought the stove back in January, brand new. It was the same stove we had bought for our previous home. Since we don't have propane or natural gas at this house, I chose the induction stovetop this time. Well, yay me. I… Continue reading One Pot Chicken Basil Pasta
Pumpkin Spice Syrup and Latte
I created this set of recipes for my previous recipe website, and this recipe dates back to 2015. It was part of a series, "The Natural Barista," and I feel like these recipes deserve a second look. Most latte/coffee syrups use shelf-stable preservatives, and this version also includes real pumpkin. If you like a PSL,… Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Syrup and Latte
Peach Bread Pudding
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
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