One time a few years ago, I ran us completely out of powdered hot chocolate mix. I do that sometimes - accidentally run us out of pantry staples. Then I have to think outside the box to make things. As was the case when I ran us out of hot chocolate mix. Sometimes the resulting outside-the-box, ... READ the POST
The Best Bloody Mary I’ve Ever Made
I don't always make Bloody Mary's - but when I do, they're the best ever. Just kidding. But really - this mix is SO good. And what's even better is that it's great as a traditional Bloody Mary with vodka, the red in a red beer, or a stand alone flavorful non-alcoholic beverage. Shortly after ... READ the POST
Best Homemade Whipped Cream
As a general rule, I love whipped cream. But the very best kind is homemade whipped cream. And my friend Naomi's recipe is the best of the best. Naomi is a fellow wife, mama, and rancher who blogs at The Circle L Ranch. I'm not even kidding when I say that her whipped cream is the best whipped ... READ the POST
Poor Woman’s Latte
When you enjoy a good coffee or a latte as much as I do and you live as far from modern amenities (like coffee shops) as we do, it often calls for a certain level of creativity. For those of you who are just tuning in, I live pretty much in the middle of nowhere. Our little slice of Sandhills ... READ the POST