Monday, August 30, 2010
Visit with Clayton
We are enjoying our visit with Clayton. Updates can be found on our blog for him and photos in the online album.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Peach Cobbler in the Winter
I put 10 pounds of peaches in the freezer. It gave me enough for 3 cobblers. I have more peaches coming in a week and half, so I will probably put more in the freezer after I make some peach jam. Yum!
Friday, August 27, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Sweet Heat
This recipe was called "pepper butter" but I have a hard time seeing it as that. I prefer to call it pepper mustard. It is good on so many things; pretzels, pork, hamburgers, brats...you name it. Oh, I even had a little with fish one night. It called for all jalapenos [42], but I used part jalapeno and part anaheim. I think it made a perfect balance. I want heat but not to where you can't taste anything because of it.
I need to make another batch because most of these will be gifts between now and Christmas. One batch makes about 17 half pints.
I need to make another batch because most of these will be gifts between now and Christmas. One batch makes about 17 half pints.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Pepper Jelly
I used the same recipe, just used red bell pepper and red food coloring for one batch and green bell pepper and green food coloring for the other. The 4 ounce jars are the perfect amount for topping a block of cream cheese. I will be giving them away at Christmas time.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Dairy & Berries
A couple of years ago Clay gave Barry an ice cream maker. We haven't used it much until recently. And we don't know why! We have been making eggless ice cream. Yum. I think Strawberry is on the menu for this weekend with Clay being home for a visit from Afghanistan and family in town to see him.
Clayton is coming home!
Clayton is on his way home from Afghanistan for a 15 day visit! He should arrive in the states tomorrow.
Woo hooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
Friday, August 20, 2010
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Looking ragged...
...but still producing.
The weather is taking a toll on my tomato plants. I think my yellow plum bush is about done. I liked them and will plant again next year. The heat has slowed them down but they should bounce back producing when the temps are a little lower.
The weather is taking a toll on my tomato plants. I think my yellow plum bush is about done. I liked them and will plant again next year. The heat has slowed them down but they should bounce back producing when the temps are a little lower.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Stop...Thief...Thieves
Our Sunsets
We have no housing behind us. Just a field that is used for wheat and alfalpha. This allows us to enjoy many wonderful sunsets.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Molting Cicada
When they first appear they are kind of cute. Such fragile looking wings, until they dry. They leave behind those ugly brown skeletons on the brick, furniture, trees, etc.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Bama White Sauce
Southern BBQ sauces are mustard based. This is a mayo based sauce. Alone it is tangy and tart and is great on grilled chicken. Adjust the vinegar level to your liking. You may want to start with just a little less than 1 ounce and see if you like it before adding all of it.
Cider Vinegar - 1 ounce [= 2T] or 2 1/2 T for more tart
Water - 2 ounces [=4T]
Mayo - 1 1/2 cups
1 t - Black Pepper
1/2 t - Garlic Powder
1/2 t - Onion Powder
1/4 t - Cayenne Pepper or 1/2 for more kick
1/2 t - Dry Mustard
1 t- Lemon Juice
1 t- Lemon Juice
Pour vinegar into a pint jar. Add other ingredients and shake well. Refrigerate 2 hours or overnight. Use within a few days.
Friday, August 6, 2010
Monday, August 2, 2010
Sunday, August 1, 2010
New Patio Set
Our friends are downsizing and so we bought their wicker set. I replaced our brown set with this one. Just need to get some cushions.
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