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Butterscotch Bars
A classic blondie-style bar with rich, butterscotch flavor. They’re so easy to make (less than…
Old-Fashioned Penuche Fudge
This fudge is THE perfect little gift during the holidays. Say it with me, “puh-noo-chee”!…
Spicy Pickled Okra (Canning Recipe)
Okra is one of those veggies that grows easily around here but isn’t my favorite…
Corn Relish for Canning
Anytime we can something with vinegar and lots of seasoning and designate it as NOT…
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Easy Bread Machine Sourdough (Truly Foolproof)
Most people love the idea of baking with sourdough because they see pictures of beautiful artisan loaves with deep crust, slashes, and…
How to Make Naturally Sweet + Chewy Oven Dried Strawberries
These oven-dried strawberries have a candy-like chewiness, like a dried apricot. They are sweet and delicious and hold up very well in…
Best-Ever Cold Process Soap (Lots of Bubbles!)
Every oil brings its own properties to a bar of soap, and finding the perfect soap recipe is all about balancing those…
I’m Katie
I’m a home cook from Virginia who loves baking (especially sourdough), canning, and old‑fashioned recipes made with normal ingredients and clear, step‑by‑step instructions.
