Apple Butter

Before we turn into all things pumpkin for October, we have to give apples their spotlight.  Many people are starting to take advantage of the fall harvest, venturing to the apple orchards for apple picking.  However, what should we do with all those bushels of apples?  We can't let them go to waste because, there are at least 34 science-backed health benefits of apples. Make Apple Butter! This recipe for homemade apple butter only requires a slow cooker.  It'll yield enough butter to freeze for months and has been a family favorite for … [Read more...]

Banana Pudding

Face it.  No one wants to slave over the stove on a hot summer day.  This no-bake Banana Pudding will definitely satiate your hunger without heating up your kitchen. We took a much-needed mid-afternoon break from the blazing sun so we were thrilled to start concocting the Banana Pudding. My helper was an adorable 4.5 year old who approached the pudding creation with the precision of an art project. She blended and mixed and lined up the ingredients to create a beautiful masterpiece The recipe is as creamy as it is sweet.  Its … [Read more...]