Tag Archives: summer

Strawberry Jam Redemption

Posted on August 1, 2023 by HelenFern

 I used to spend my summer picking and buying fresh, local produce and making jam or pickles. My pickles received an honorable mention at the county fair! But I got busy with other things and stopped making my summer preserves. … Continue reading →

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Red, White & Blue Popsicles

Posted on June 30, 2023 by HelenFern

The fourth of July is just a few days away! Are you having a barbecue? Cooling off in the summer heat is perfect with popsicles! Here are some deliciously cooling, patriotic popsicles! And so easy to make!

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National Strawberry Shortcake Day!! Welcome Summer!

Posted on June 14, 2023 by HelenFern

Strawberries are the first indication that summer has arrived! And it’s often celebrated with strawberry shortcake – but one man’s short is another man’s cake!

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International Harry Potter Day – Raise a Toast with Butterbeer!

Posted on May 2, 2023 by HelenFern

I love Harry Potter. I’ve read all the books and seen all the movies. The creativity of the stories and the characters are wonderful! There is so much in these magical stories, but what did they eat at Hogwarts? Some … Continue reading →

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Grilled Summer Tomatoes & Feta with Pasta

Posted on September 14, 2022 by HelenFern

All summer I’ve been seeing these sheet pan dinners popping up everywhere I look. But in 90 to 100 degree heat, the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven. And then my brain kicked in. The … Continue reading →

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