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Rhubarb compote in a white ramekin

Rhubarb Compote

Compote (meaning "mixture") is a dessert from 17th century France made from fruit in a sugar syrup. It is also just a fancy word for stewed fruit. Here's how I make it. Ingredients 1lb … [Read more...]

How to Test Eggs for Freshness

If you are not sure how long that carton of eggs has been in your fridge, here's a quick tip to test eggs for freshness. Place an egg in a deep bowl filled with cold water. If the egg sinks … [Read more...]

Bald eagle on perch

Happy Homemaker Monday – August 5, 2013

The weather ... Sun with showers all week. Right now I am ... Eating snacks with the girls. Thinking . .. That it is going to be a fun week! On my reading pile ... Just Between … [Read more...]

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Fitness Ideas for Busy Moms

Being a mom means we are busy all day long taking care of our little ones, but it is important to also take care of ourselves. Here are ten fitness ideas for busy moms. 1. Do something you … [Read more...]

Vegetables in a sink of cold water

Happy Homemaker Monday – July 29, 2013

The weather ... Cloudy with showers today. Sunny and warm the rest of the week (high of 25C). Right now I am ... Watching Monsters Inc. with the girls (and working on this post). … [Read more...]

Lemon Poppyseed Muffins on a wooden board with a lemon in the background

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins Ingredients Muffins 2/3 cup sugargrated zest of 2 lemons2 cups flour2 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp baking soda1/4 tsp salt3/4 cup sour cream2 large eggs1 1/2 tsp vanilla … [Read more...]

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