Making cornbread is a much-loved tradition in kitchens across the United States, especially in the south and southwest. Cornbread has its origins in Native American cuisine. It was also popular during the Civil War because it could be made inexpensively. While everyone knows cornbread is a delicious addition to any meal, surprisingly it also has some redeeming qualities in terms of nutrition. Continue Reading
RECIPE: Quick and easy Banana Blueberry Muffins (regular and gluten-free)
These delicious muffins make a welcome addition to any meal, or on their own as a snack or quick breakfast. When you have bananas that are over-ripened and need to be used up, muffins are a great option. Ingredients: 1 cup sugar 1/3 cup butter, softened 2 eggs 3 ripe bananas 1/3 cup water 1 2/3 cup Gluten-Free All Purpose Flour - recipe here) OR regular all-purpose flour Continue Reading
A family favorite: Honey Oat Raisin Muffins recipe
We love muffins at our house, and this recipe is one of my family's favorites. Power through your day with these healthy treats full of oats and honey goodness! This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Ingredients: 1.5 cups quick-cooking steel cut oats, or quick-cooking regular oats 1 cup all-purpose flour, or gluten-free flour (see my recipe here) 1/3 cup packed brown sugar Continue Reading
VIDEO: How to pick strawberries, plus three scrumptious strawberry recipes
Strawberry season is finally here! I love going to pick strawberries at a u-pick farm here in central North Carolina, McAdams Farm. Last weekend I went there to get the first of this year's crop. Fortunately, they'd survived the recent freeze. The berries were so plentiful, I didn't have go more than 5 or 6 feet down the row to fill up my basket. And they are sweet and delicious! If you Continue Reading
How to make Glazed Blueberry Muffins (regular + gluten free)
Even though it's still a few months until blueberries are in season here in the U.S., I saw fresh, organic imported blueberries at the grocery store today. I immediately knew I wanted to make my favorite blueberry dish -- muffins! According to the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council, the health benefits of blueberries are plentiful: "Low in fat and a good source of Vitamin C, manganese and fiber … Continue Reading