What is Success, Anyways?

Yesterday I received an email from a woman that I went to high school with. That, on its own, was not unusual because I have reconnected with many of my former classmates through Facebook. What surprised me is that she asked me about my baking business, and how I started it. I bake twice a week and usually while I am baking, I post a message or two on Facebook about what I am baking, how much I love baking, or something else related to baking. My friend must have seen those messages, and now that she is interested in … Continue reading

Affordable Autumn-Inspired Quick Bread Recipes

  Now is the time to take advantage of the low prices for pumpkins & apples and stock up on these healthy ingredients. You can use them in my favorite quick bread recipes. (My family loves to eat quick bread at breakfast and for afternoon snacks.) To save even more time and money consider doubling the recipes and freezing the extras. Then, when it’s time to feed overnight guests during the holidays all you need to do is remove the quick breads from the freezer, allow them to thaw, and you’re good to go. PUMPKIN APPLESAUCE QUICK BREAD Ingredients: 3-1/2 … Continue reading

Easy and Affordable Apple Recipes

Have you noticed that the price of apples has been falling almost as steadily as the price of gasoline? Now is the time to stock up on apples, especially if you are pinching pennies in these tough economic times. Once you’ve loaded up your refrigerator (and pantry) with the nutritious fruit, then consider using them in the following easy to prepare recipes. The first, for an Easy Apple Dip, is simple enough for your kids to make. It’s also a great way to get your children to eat fruit without complaining about doing so. The second recipe for Apple Bread … Continue reading