Simple Homemade Granola

You will never buy packaged granola ever again after you make Simple Homemade Granola .   All though, there  is a ton of variation you can make, the basic ingredients are the same.  The basic ingredients are cereals like oats, sweeteners such as brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey, and then you have some fats like butter or oils.  Then add anything you like to  give it some deliciousness and nutrition, like different seeds, dried fruit and wheat germ. The possibilities are endless, as they say. My favorite way to eat granola is in a Yogurt Breakfast Trifle . A breakfast trifle is simply layered fruit, yogurt, and granola. Why wait for breakfast.  Yogurt trifles can be enjoy any time of the day for a dessert or what about an after school snack.  Once my family gets their  hands in the granola, it so hard for them to stop eating it, so I make sure I keep the ingredients on hand in the pantry. One thing I have learned is that I can put a batch in the oven and cook

Homemade Grape Jam

Homemade Grape Jam, perfectly tart and sweet, this recipe is easy to make and delicious on biscuits, peanut butter sandwiches, and homemade pop tarts.   There are a few favorites I have when it comes to home canning, and making jam is at the top.  There is such a feeling of accomplishment when you pop open a jar of homemade jams and jellies.  Making jam is a lot of work, but truly a labor of love.   That is how I feel about the Homemade Grape Jam I made this summer.   By the time, my husband picked the grapes, and I processed the grapes to make juice, and then the canning, there is a lot of time invested, but so well worth it. This summer was not any different when it came to harvesting our grapes from our one and only grapevine.   When it was all said and done, my husband had picked 7 gallons of grapes, which brought 40 jars of jam.   This grapevine is large and has the best combination of sweet and tart grapes, which is the perfect balance to make jam.  You may think th

Insprirational Thoughts #6

A little inspiration today. Don't Worry, be happy. Look at me I'm happy! Life is short...be content in whatever state you are in! Philipians 4:11

Triple Berry Cobbler {this is a lazy day cobbler using few ingredients}

Triple, Berry Cobbler , ripe juicy berries topped with a layer, yellow cake mix, sprite and melted butter.  All the attributes of a lazy day cobbler! This wonderfully delicious Triple Berry Cobbler has all the attributes of a lazy day cobbler.

Sunday Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots {Granny's Recipe}

There is nothing better than to walk into your house after church on Sunday, and smell the rich aroma of   Pot Roast cooking. There is a certain warm, nostalgic memory I feel every time I make my Mother's Sunday Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots .

Inspirational Thoughts #5

One of my new favorite songs.  10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord) by Matt Redman.  Listen and enjoy!

Chicken Terrific {This is not your typical casserole...the ingredients might surprise you!}

Chicken Terrific , wild rice, water chestnuts, French style green bean, and a buttery herb stuffing on top that sends it over the top. This yummy casserole recipe came to me from my daughter, Jennifer.  Chicken Terrific is a favorite casserole on her dinner table and has become a favorite of mine too.