One of the things I loved about going to Grandma Upton's house was knowing that whatever she cooked up, was sure to be amazing. She had a simple way about her and the way she cooked. She kept a "drippings" can next to the stove that held bacon grease and was often scooped out of for frying up eggs or pancakes. Her desserts and candies were always cooked to perfection. The only regret is that she didn't write all her recipes down. No one thought to capture Angel Food Pie, until there was ... View the Post
If you have a goal to WRITE
I never thought I would be a writer. In fact, if my high school yearbook had a category for "Least likely to publish anything-EVER", I would have won by a landslide. During my high school years, we learned on a manual typewriter and worked our way up to an electric typewriter. After many hours spent trying to catch up on all the tedious drills, I finally made a passing grade. As far as I know, I still am the ONLY Ponderosa Bruin to ever be demoted from electric typewriter back to ... View the Post
The Sweet Taste of Summer!
I love the tastes of summer! Whether it is hamburgers being grilled, fresh corn salad, or a perfectly ripened watermelon. But one of my favorite all time recipes is the classic Strawberry Shortcake! I am not sure if I love it because the sweet berries burst with flavor, the buttery shortcakes are topped with whipped cream, or because I can't savor a serving without thinking of my grandmothers kitchen. Because so many of my memories are tied around food and the hands that helped to create ... View the Post
Pear-fect Pie Worth Falling For
I love a great bargain, especially when fresh produce is involved. So when I could pick up fresh pears for 50 cents a pound, I did what any halfway normal person who loves cooking, canning, and baking does - OR not- I bought a whole box. Yep. Thirty-five pounds of pears, just waiting to be turned into something fabulous. Within a few days, all of the pears were ripe and ready. All thirty-five pounds. So what is a crazy canning lady to do but apron up and get down to business. I ... View the Post
RECIPE OF THE MONTH – Shepherd’s Pie
Hi everyone! I had so many requests for this recipe that I posted on Instagram and Facebook that I decided to start a RECIPE OF THE MONTH. I remember those hectic days of soccer practice and football games where your schedule was packed and it seemed like trying to juggle all the meals to keep the crew fed was a sporting event in itself. This is a recipe that includes ingredients I usually have on hand and if you are in a real pinch..just use a good instant mashed potato on the top. ... View the Post
Almond Strawberry Tea Cake ~ simple yet elegant!
Ohh my word! In a time when life is moving a crazy speed, what would you do if you had a few unexpected hours in your day? That happened to me. Today! I thought I was going to work but there was a last minute schedule change and I had the whole afternoon off. I could have done so many things that I feel I am behind on; writing projects, cleaning out my closet, organizing a mountain of papers. My list is endless. I am sure yours is as well. But instead, I thought about the ... View the Post
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