Hey, hey, hey it's another day, and time for a new monthly menu plan! I am thrilled that cooler weather is finally arriving in North Texas with temperatures expected to drop into the 80's this week with a few cool-crisp mornings ahead. Plus we're expecting some much-needed rainin the ne…

Tomato powder is created from dried tomato skins that are ground into a fine powder, and used to enhance the flavor and color of various dishes .  Dehydrating tomato skins to make tomato powder has quickly become one of my favorite preservation techniques. After wanting to try it for some time, I f…

Light anf fluffy dinner rolls are simply irresistible. These rolls are easy to make, quick to prepare, and pillowy soft. They're perfect for holidays, weeknight dinners, or sunday supper.   These buttermilk dinner rolls are truly one of the best dinner rolls I have ever had. While I've prai…

As we move closer to fall here in northeast Texas, the sweltering triple-digit temperatures are still hanging around. This summer has been particularly tough  on us, and our garden. The heat has been so extreme that this is the first time we haven't been able to start a fall garden. It's a …