Fredrik Backman has become popular with my book club. Over the past few months we have chosen to read A Man Called Ove and My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry. Now for the month of March … [Read more...]
Irish Breads for March
One way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day any day of the month is to bake up some Irish-themed bread. Any one of these three flavorful quick bread recipes is worthy to be served at an Irish banquet.Brown … [Read more...]
A Shamrock Plant for Good Luck
A houseplant that I've had very good luck growing is the Shamrock Plant (Oxalis). This pretty plant likes a window with indirect sunlight and only needs watering about once a week. I've had my … [Read more...]
Foodie Friday at ARWB
Today my guest post titled "We're All a Little Irish on St. Patrick's Day" is featured for Foodie Friday at the Arkansas Women Bloggers site. Included in the post are recipes for Potato Soup and Brown … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast – Rainbow Toast
The calendar says March, but northern Arkansas has seen quite an unseasonable ice and snow storm for this time of year. Schools have been closed for the week, and my grandson Landon has been visiting … [Read more...]
Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
I believe there is no better way to teach children to eat healthy foods than to involve them in meal and snack preparation. Given the option, many children will often choose fruit over junk food when … [Read more...]
Brown Soda Bread
No great bread making skill is required to produce a loaf of this Brown Soda Bread, and whole wheat bread just doesn't get any better than this. With only a touch of brown sugar for sweetness, this … [Read more...]
Shamrock Pretzel Rods
These Shamrock Pretzel treats will be sure to please any little (or big) leprechauns you might have around the house celebrating St. Patrick's Day with you. The sweet and salty taste of these treats … [Read more...]
Pistachio Cupcakes for St. Patrick’s Day
If you are looking for a green treat to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this week, these Pistachio Cupcakes are just what you need. The cupcake recipe is from Taste of Home, and they are topped with a … [Read more...]
Irish Soda Bread
This recipe is said to have originated from a lady who was born and raised in Ireland. It has a light texture and is flavorful and soft. The secret to its softness must be the sour cream, a … [Read more...]
