Served warm, this fruit salad has a surprising twist of flavor.  We like to serve it with brunch, but you could use it as a side for an evening meal.  It’s nice to use in the winter when good fresh fruit is unavailable. Baked Fruit Salad 1 can (29 oz) pear slices 1 can (11 [...]

I’ve seen a few versions of this recipe around but haven’t ever tried one.  When I read this post recently, I decided to make it. This recipe is very simple and easy for children to assemble. Unroll one tube of crescent rolls and press into bottom of 9 x 13 inch baking pan. In bowl, [...]

Several months ago I needed to bake a breakfast cake, and didn’t have time for a from scratch recipe.  I came up with this little alternate recipe.  It’s simple and easy but I’ve found that people quite like it. Take a spice cake mix and mix it up according to the directions on the box.  [...]

I simply changed the fruit in this old family favorite, and it was DELICIOUS!  Oh, so yummy! Combine 1 cup brown sugar with 2 Tablespoons butter and 2 Tablespoons light corn syrup. Stir together, then microwave on high for 1 minute.  Pour and spread into ungreased glass 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Wash, peel [...]

Our family has a special tradition every February 12.  We eat hoecakes (otherwise known as corn cakes).  Corn cakes is probably a better term, but my children love the name hoecakes.  The name is a result of these cakes being cooked over a fire on the end of a hoe. This was one of Abraham [...]

These muffins were a hit at our annual 4th of July breakfast. Full of fresh blueberries and raspberries, they were the perfect muffin for a festive morning. They are also a delicious way to enjoy the fruits of the berry season. Start by mixing together 4 cups flour, 2 cups sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder [...]

My mom has been making this my whole life, and now I make it all the time for my family. It’s a great, make-ahead breakfast dish that everyone always loves. To begin, start by cooking 13-16 ounces of sausage. You can cook the little links if you want, and then cut them up, or you [...]

I had a breakfast at my home last week for a few of my favorite women. I like making breakfast, especially when the menu includes something as yummy as this quiche. I also love zucchini, so this dish makes me happy. Start with 4-5 medium zucchini.  Wash and thinly slice them. You need 4 1/2 [...]