Leftover Ham and White Bean Soup
Leftover Ham and White Bean Soup is a clean-out-the-refrigerator type of meal. Boil your leftover ham bone for flavor, and add tons of veggies, canned beans, and leftover ham. Soup Season is my favorite season, and I’ve got plenty for you to choose from. Try a creamy Autumn Squash Soup, a spicy Turkey Taco Soup,…
Homemade Cinnamon Applesauce
Fall is the perfect season for Homemade Cinnamon Applesauce. My simple recipe combines apples, some fresh lemon juice, a bit of sugar, and cinnamon. We love this applesauce warm, but it’s great cold out of the refrigerator too! Cooking with apples is definitely a thing when you grew up in the land of apple orchards….
Pumpkin Ice Cream
Fall is here and it’s time to make Homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream. Creamy and full of autumn flavors, this ice cream makes the ultimate dessert! Pumpkin flavors are my favorite. Next, try my Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies, some Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes, and the Best Pumpkin Cake! Homemade Ice Cream I’ve been sharing a new ice…
French Silk Pie with Graham Cracker Crust
This French Silk Pie starts with a graham cracker crust and is topped with an airy chocolate layer plus whipping cream and shaved chocolate. It’s silky, light-tasting, and chocolaty; and my favorite pie ever. We save this one for special celebrations at our home! For some other chocolatey desserts, try my Triple Chocolate Brownies, some…
How to make Flatbread Pizza – no yeast required!
Today I’m sharing How to make Flatbread Pizza! This five-minute dough recipe doesn’t require yeast, so there is no rise time necessary. You’re on your way to a quick, simple, and delicious pizza night! Flatbread Crust is thin, crispy, and a perfect weeknight meal since it can be prepared so easily. Add your favorite toppings,…
Sourdough Sandwich Bread
Sourdough Sandwich Bread uses a bubbly sourdough starter to create the best everyday sandwich bread. After reading my sourdough baking tips, you’ll soon be on your way to amazing avocado toast, sandwiches, paninis, or just plain bread with butter! After falling in love with sourdough during 2020, I’m finally sharing it with you. Make sure…
Norma Jean’s Kitchen
My mom, Norma Jean, has inspired my love of cooking and baking. Her bread making was her art, and she loved spoiling her family with delicious food.
LOVE Stories
LOVE Stories are little glimpses of what’s important in my life, whether it’s memories of yesterday or happenings in the now. Read along and share your love story with me. I’d love to hear from you!