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Easy Homemade English Muffins
Soft, with a chewy texture and versatile nature, they can be enjoyed with a variety of toppings or simply toasted with a pat of butter. Jump to Recipe These delicious Easy Homemade English Muffins are soft, airy, and wonderfully fluffy, making them a perfect addition to your morning breakfast. Y’all know how I feel about homemade versus store-bought, and these beauties are no exception! Whether you’re a newbie in the kitchen or an old “pro” like me, this recipe is for you. Wh
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Homemade White Country Gravy
White country gravy is a classic comfort food that pairs perfectly with biscuits, fried chicken, or mashed potatoes! Jump to Recipe Savory, smooth, and creamy, from-scratch White Country Gravy is a beloved Southern staple that brings comfort to any meal. Made by blending simple ingredients like pan drippings or butter, flour, milk, and a pinch of black pepper, this gravy turns everyday dishes into something special! Why You’ll Love This Homemade Country White Gravy Recipe Sim
Oct 27, 20253 min read


Easy Buttermilk Biscuits
These biscuits are light, flaky, buttery, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner! Jump to Recipe Soft, buttery, and flaky, these biscuits are bursting with flavor, making them an ideal complement to any meal. This simple buttermilk biscuit recipe is great for a quick breakfast (perfect for on the go!) or as a delicious addition for dishes like Buttermilk Fried Chicken , Caramelized Onion Steak Bites , or a tasty bowl of soup . Once you discover how easy it is to whip up
Oct 27, 20253 min read


Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread
The combination of warm spices and the sweetness of chocolate chips nestled in moist pumpkin bread perfectly captures the essence of the autumn season! Jump to Recipe Y’all, we are in the thick of it over here in back-to-school season, a flurry of extracurricular activities, and the anticipation of upcoming holidays! While our friends in the north are basking in the glorious cool temperatures, here in Southern Alabama, we have been playing a bit of pretend. We are still getti
Oct 9, 20254 min read


Vanilla Hazelnut Cake
The combination of sweet vanilla and nutty hazelnut creates a delicious warmth of flavors that will leave you wanting more! Jump to...
Oct 2, 20253 min read


Homemade Cherry Vanilla Cobbler
This simple recipe combines the tartness of cherries with the sweetness of vanilla and the zing of fresh lemon. It’s a go-to dessert for any occasion! Jump to Recipe When I scored fresh cherries for $0.99 per pound (US) in the summer of 2023, I thought I would never find a deal as good. But luckily, the same local produce market had them on sale for $0.75 per pound (US) this year! I quickly picked up eight pounds for some FOOD PRESERVATION projects. They looked so beautiful
Sep 29, 20253 min read


Sourdough Chocolate Chocolate Chip Muffins
These chocolate muffins are sweet, moist, rich, and full of delicious sourdough tang! Jump to Recipe Fun Fact : Our homeschool year typically starts on the Monday after July 4th. So, we’ve been doing school for quite a few weeks now. Before you get too sad or want to report me to HSLDA , you should know that in Southern Alabama, our summers are hot. Like triple-digit hot. No one is going outside, especially me and my fair-skinned, freckle-faced beauties. So instead, we take a
Sep 8, 20254 min read


Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls
This recipe combines the tangy flavor of sourdough with spicy breakfast sausage and creamy Pepper jack cheese for an irresistible treat! Jump to Recipe If you’re looking for a fast breakfast to kickstart your morning or a simple appetizer for a lively get-together, these Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls are just what you need! Y’all know I’m all about having meals ready to grab when life gets busy, and this recipe is fantastic because it freezes and reheats beautifully. Plus, if
May 26, 20253 min read


Sourdough Lemon Blueberry Muffins
Jump to Recipe Key Ingredients for Sourdough Lemon Blueberry Muffins Sourdough This is a great recipe for using up extra discard and adding tasty sourdough flavor to a classic combo like lemon and blueberries. Active starter will also work for this recipe. Flour For this recipe, I use organic, unbleached all-purpose flour. To ensure accurate flour measurements, use a spoon to add the flour to your measuring cup and level it off with a flat edge, like the back of a butterknife
Apr 28, 20254 min read


Loaded Hash Brown Casserole
This casserole has all of your loaded baked potato favorites, tender potatoes, crispy bacon, creamy sour cream, and LOTS of ooey-gooey cheese! Jump to Recipe When it comes to satisfying meals, a delicious casserole is hard to beat, especially when it’s as versatile as this loaded hashbrown casserole. This dish checks all of the boxes: it’s hearty, uses affordable ingredients, and is simple to whip up. Perfect for a casual family meal or as a showstopper on a potluck table, th
Mar 10, 20253 min read


Orange Dutch Baby Pancake
This sweet and tangy pancake offers a fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. It is perfect for a simple breakfast or a special brunch....
Feb 24, 20253 min read


Sourdough Discard Cheddar Garlic Drop Biscuits
Buttery, flaky biscuits filled with sharp cheddar cheese, delicious garlic, and a tang of sourdough. The best part is they’re ready in less than 30 minutes! Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy . As I mentioned in a previous post , I am fairly new to sourdough baking. I’ve been trying out new recipes and techniques, and I have to say, I’m having a lot of fun! Now that I’ve gained a little confidence, I knew I needed to create a deli
Dec 23, 20245 min read


Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Muffins
These Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Muffins are full of pumpkin flavor and topped with a buttery cinnamon-sugar streusel. They are perfect for a quick breakfast or a sweet treat on a crisp autumn day! This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy . Jump to Recipe If you’ve heard that Pumpkin Spice is “overrated” or “boring”, you were misinformed, my friend. And to prove it, I’m sharing with you my Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Muffin recipe. These muffins are moist and al
Nov 25, 20245 min read


Oatmeal Apple Pie Muffins
This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy . These deliciously hearty muffins are incredibly moist and full of our favorite fall flavors! Summer is over friends, and I have to say, I'm not at all sad about it! In southern Alabama, summer weather is miserably hot and humid. You’ll often hear people complaining not about the heat, but rather about the humidity that seems to knock the wind out of you 24/7. Sure, we have access to pools, creeks, rivers, and
Sep 23, 20245 min read


Apple Butter Pancakes
This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy . You’ll fall in love with these perfectly spiced pancakes that are...
Sep 9, 20245 min read


Cherry Toffee Granola
Sweet, salty, and deliciously crunchy, this homemade granola is a flavorful family favorite! This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy . Jump to Recipe I've mentioned before that we camp quite a bit throughout the year, and one of our favorite snacks is homemade granola. It’s an easy, lightweight, convenient snack that's perfect whether we’re hiking the trails or sitting around a campfire. The versatility of homemade granola is perfect for kids (and p
Aug 5, 20243 min read


Raspberry Lemon Muffins
Deliciously moist and fluffy, these muffins are bursting with lemon and raspberries! Jump to Recipe If you have young ones in the house, you know they snack a lot. I mean a lot , especially in the summer! Muffins can be a hearty breakfast or a filling snack, even for those with seemingly bottomless pits in their stomachs. The best part is they can be made ahead of time making them an easy option for those of us with things to do that don’t involve tending to the never-ending
Jul 29, 20245 min read


Loaded Breakfast Pizza
This delicious treat combines all your favorite breakfast ingredients on a crispy crust, perfect for a brunch gathering, a weekend morning treat, or a tasty breakfast-for-dinner option. Jump to Recipe What is it about homemade pizza that just makes it taste better than anything found in the store or from a local pizza place? Maybe it’s the fresh ingredients, the deliciousness of Homemade Pizza Dough , or the fact that it costs pennies on the dollar compared to the franchise
Apr 29, 20243 min read


Cherry Vanilla Muffins
These cake-like muffins are made with fresh, sweet cherries, delicious vanilla, and topped with cinnamon sugar. Jump To Recipe This summer, I was able to score fresh cherries for only $0.99 per pound. Let’s just say I purchased several pounds and I regret absolutely nothing ! I made everything from home canned cherry pie filling to cherry chocolate chip waffles. But these Cherry Vanilla Muffins are by far the best thing I made! We love having muffins available for a quick bre
Apr 4, 20244 min read


Breakfast Egg Rolls
Crispy on the outside and packed full of fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and sharp cheddar cheese, these Breakfast Egg Rolls are the perfect addition to your brunch menu or as a hearty meal on the go! Jump to Recipe I love it when my girls help me out in the kitchen. It’s a great time for us to chat about whatever they want to chat about while doing something fun. I find that they open up more and talk about things they maybe wouldn’t have thought to talk about before. The busin
Mar 21, 20245 min read
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