Pumpkin pie is the ultimate fall indulgence, but usually pumpkin pie has a lurking dairy or gluten ingredient somewhere. For the last 6 years our home has been dairy free. For 3 years of that timeframe, we would indulge on the dairy filled pumpkin pie during our holiday gatherings. It…
Category: Traditional Homemaking
How to Make Fall Scented Beeswax Candles
Learn how to make your own fall scented beeswax candles at home using 3 simple ingredients. Creating at home is something I find so much satisfaction in. My latest project was learning how to make my own scented candles for fall. I was surprised how fast a few candles whipped…
Pumpkin Sourdough Muffins – Gluten and Dairy Free
Pumpkin sourdough muffins scream “hello, fall!”, even while it is still 100˚ outside. Spring and summer of 2020 have totally drug and drug on and I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of cozy fall. This recipe for pumpkin sourdough muffins is an easy, delicious way to use your gluten free…
How to Dry and Preserve Basil
If your summer garden has an abundance of basil, you will definitely want to consider using this recipe to dry and preserve some of your basil. You can use dried basil powder to add flavor to marinades, soups, chicken, or even salad dressings. This tutorial and recipe is going to…
How to Whiten Tile Counters
This method is the most effective method I have found to whiten tile and grout, without the use of harsh chemicals or chlorine bleach. Keeping our white tile countertops clean has been a learning experience over the past couple years. Our kitchen countertops have that traditional 1980s white tile and…