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“Must Have” Kitchen Spices

March 30, 2022 by Danielle Osgood Leave a Comment

Even if you do not cook or bake much, there are certain spices that, in my opinion, can find a useful place in every kitchen. These are what I would call the “Must Have” Kitchen Spices. I am sure these would be different according to individual tastes and cultures. But, as a stay-at-home-mother, country girl, […]

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Fresh sourdough bagel topped with seasonings on tray lined with parchment paper

Sourdough Bagels Recipe

January 16, 2022 by Danielle Osgood 4 Comments

These soft, chewy sourdough bagels are a delicious homemade treat! Once you start making them, you may find yourself being asked to make them again and again! Why sourdough bagels? The long fermentation process of sourdough baked goods breaks down the phytic acid in the flour, making the nutrients in it more easily digestible. Some […]

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bowl of chicken, rice, green beans and gravy with grated cheese on top.

One Skillet Meal-Chicken And Rice

January 5, 2022 by Danielle Osgood Leave a Comment

This one skillet meal is fast and easy to make in a pinch! After a long day of hunting in the woods, ice fishing, or a canning marathon, you can whip this skillet meal up in no time! This post contains affiliate links. Read full disclosure here. You’ll want to start off with a 12″ […]

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Fresh Pasta Sauce

September 24, 2021 by Danielle Osgood Leave a Comment

This fresh pasta sauce recipe is bursting with flavor! As my husband would say, “It punches you in the nose.” If you love bold Italian flavors, you will love this fresh pasta sauce! The main key to this recipe is fresh ingredients. For full flavor experience DO NOT use dried seasonings, or canned anything! For […]

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Super Easy Canned Tomato Sauce

September 21, 2021 by Danielle Osgood 6 Comments

Want an easy way to put up your tomatoes without spending more time than necessary in the kitchen? Look no further! I will show you my easy canned tomato sauce! Harvest season is such a busy time with much to be done all at once. It can easily get overwhelming. That being said, I am […]

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toasted, buttered sourdough english muffins

Easy Sourdough English Muffins

September 10, 2021 by Danielle Osgood 2 Comments

This sourdough English muffin recipe is so easy, you will want to make them all the time! And so tasty, that the kids will like them too! Fresh, hot English muffins in the morning at breakfast will bring smiles all around the table! Check out the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post! […]

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