The transition from autumn to winter is upon us, and with that I feel compelled to warn you to not miss out! Even though major retail chains have had Christmas decor on display since the end of September, Thanksgiving has come and gone and…
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Smokey White Bean Spread on Crackers
It all started this morning when I decided to wear the white shirt. We all know a white shirt is a bold choice, but not because it will stand out fashion-wise. In that case, white shirts are ordinary, because they match with everything. No…
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Making Fun Thanksgiving Crafts
Since the weather has turned colder lately, we’ve been spending a whole lot more time inside than we did in recent months. As a mom of two little boys, that means it’s important to have lots of activities planned to keep them occupied. A…
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Savory Brisket Pie
My father, Paul, is known for making three things: Pancakes, Pizza and Pies. Growing up there would be an occasional joke that if he ever needed a break from being a pilot, he could open a place to eat and he would find both…
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Make-Ahead Apple Pie & Crisp Filling
Make-Ahead Meals & Freezer Apple Pie Filling As the holidays approach, I’m all about making food prep easier. If I can make things ahead of time and freeze them, it will free up precious time later so I can spend more time enjoying the…
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Apple Pecan Scones with Browned Butter Glaze
While the song, It’s the most Wonderful Time of the Year is meant for the Christmas Holiday, I have to admit it makes its way into my brain every Autumn. The crisp air, changing leaves, vibrant hues from the annuals and perennials in my…
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Planning Ahead to Plant Our Customer’s New Favorites
The life of a farmer involves a bit more gambling than you might have imagined. Usually, it’s just betting on whether or not it will rain enough that year, but fruit farmers, especially those who grow apples, have an extra hitch — it takes…
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French Pumpkin Soup
Written by Olivia Swindler, a friend of an employee who is serving with Young Life in France. She is also a published author and enjoys hiking in the Alps. She shares some great French recipes using homegrown produce on our blog from time to…
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Rustic Apple Cabbage and Onion Tart
Saying goodbye to summer is hard. The longer daylight hours, the warm weather, the outdoor activities, they all make life better. I must admit, though, a few things about summer leave something to be desired. Virus variants aside, I will not miss yard work,…
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Cozy Apple Carrot Soup
As I take a look back at my contributions through 2021, the bulk have been on the sweeter side. While many of the tastes, smells, and culinary focus of autumn can be sweet, I wanted to focus on savory. Carrot and apple are two…
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