Category: summer food
Updated on July 1, 2016
4th of July Krispies
The first of July is already upon us!! This is the half-way point for my kids’ summer vacation because they go back to school at the first of August. I can’t believe it’s true. The first of July …
Updated on June 29, 2016
Hawaiian Millionaire Pie
Many years back, my boyfriend happened to mention in conversation that he used to love the Millionaire Pie that was served at Furr’s Cafeteria in Colorado Springs. Furr’s had closed years ago, but he still remembered the pie. …
Updated on June 6, 2016
Classic Cherry Pie and Homemade Crust
I don’t really understand the phrase, “Easy as pie.” Homemade pie isn’t really that easy. It takes some practice, and it takes TIME. I mostly tend to make graham cracker crust when I make pie because it is …
Updated on May 27, 2016
Smart Cookie
Today is my kids’ last day of school, and it has become a family tradition for the past few years for the kids to bring these smart cookies as teacher thank you gifts. Teacher appreciation + a baking …
Updated on May 25, 2016
Lemon Tart
This lemon tart all decked out in red, white, and blue would be perfect for the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend and other summer barbecues and picnics. I don’t know about you, but I always find lemon desserts so …