Discover just how simple it is to make German quark – such a versatile fresh cheese similar to ricotta or cottage cheese. We absolutely love making cultured dairy products, and quark is one of our favorites. Perhaps you’ve traveled to Germany and seen quark there, or maybe you’ve only heard of it. If you haven’t,…
In this post, I am showing you 2 different simple methods of how you can easily make cultured buttermilk at home. We love cultured dairy and use buttermilk in many recipes. Sometimes, we end up with a lot of milk from our herd share. The best way to make this leftover milk last longer is…
This is our all-time favorite recipe for an authentic Swiss cheese fondue that you can easily make at home! This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. You can read my full disclosure. We love cheese fondue! It is the perfect dish to share with family and…
This heirloom recipe of a delicious, sweet-savory gingerbread sauce is what we have been eating on every Christmas Eve that I can remember. I love traditions! One of those traditions is our Christmas Eve dinner. Ever since I can remember, we have been eating this sweet-savory gingerbread sauce that has been handed down in my…
This is an authentic recipe for stollen, a slightly sweet Christmas bread with nuts, raisins, and candied citrus peels. It’s delicious and easy to make for the Christmas holiday! One of my family’s favorite holiday traditions is making Stollen. It’s a sweet dessert bread, similar to Italian panettone, just a bit denser. The delicious loaves…
Let me show you how easy and simple it is to make candied lemon peel. They are perfect for snacking and holiday baking, but lemon peel candy also makes a fantastic holiday food gift! They say when life gives you lemons … you make candied lemon peel. Well, maybe not, but you might as well!…
Nothing is more personal than handmade Christmas presents. This is the 2020 edition of gifts you can still easily make! Everyone loves receiving handmade presents for Christmas and this is my 2020 edition. If you are looking for more ideas for easy and quick DIY projects, you can check out my handmade Christmas gifts from…
In this tutorial, I am showing you how you can easily make a DIY Christmas wreath with minimal supplies that will cost you less than $10. Do you love to DIY? Do you love the idea of a project that costs you less than $10? Are you looking to add holiday decor to your home?…
Here are 7 reasons why you need a hot water bottle. I am including a tutorial how you can knit a hot water bottle cover in one weekend. In our somewhat old-fashioned home, we love using hot water bottles for various situations and ailments. Unfortunately, often when we have something going on in our body…
In this post, I am sharing 5 methods for a make ahead stuffing or holiday dressing. This will save you prep time on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other time you want to enjoy the delicious side dish! In my family (and maybe yours as well), holidays are when we enjoy foods that we typically only…