by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Oct 30, 2017 | Baked, Breakfast, Brunch, Food
My first thought this morning at 5am after waking up with Libby was “oh crap I’m out of cloth diapers”. Quickly followed by, ugh I really need to get some quotes from local accountants. And then I need to pay that bill…. but first coffee! Luckily...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Oct 19, 2017 | Baked, Breakfast, Food, Kids and Family, Sweet Sundays
We’ve been having quite a few overnight house guests lately, with moving to Central Oregon, a few hours away from my family, and then with having a baby, there are plenty of reasons for folks to come our way and stay awhile. One of my favorite things about...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Nov 22, 2016 | Food, Sauces, Thanksgiving
So the biggest meal of the year is coming in two days. We can do this! I just want to express how incredibly easy this recipe is. Please make cranberry sauce this year, it’s so tart and tangy and good, and really, the easiest thing you’ll do besides...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Aug 17, 2015 | Egg-Free, Food, Gluten-Free, Lunch, Main Dishes, Side Dishes, Vegetables
Have you ever noticed that some food just looks better before you cook it? The cooking process can make some vegetables and fruits look less vibrant. Of course, they are less vibrant, they’ve been steamed, roasted, boiled, or cooked. Thank the powers that be, we...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Sep 18, 2014 | Salads
This is my way of trying to keep promises to myself. Promises about eating right, eating less meat, and being more resourceful. Making promises to do better is great. I feel like I have mini-new year’s resolutions about every month. But the harder part seems to...