by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Sep 26, 2015 | DIY, Homemade Condiments, Sauces
So it’s the end of the summer season, but somehow there is still some really lovely, fragrant berries in the stores around here. I bought two pints of local strawberries on a whim (and they were on sale) last week and I needed to do something with them. I love...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Aug 22, 2015 | Appetizers, Snacks
I think the turning point for my relationship with cooking was in college. I get asked this question a lot, and it’s something I’ve thought about carefully. I used to make cookies and brownies with my mom growing up, lick the beaters or the bowl and...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Apr 27, 2015 | Appetizers, Happy Hour at Home, Snacks
This dip is so simple and comes together in minutes. It’s great for a last minute appetizer or to take to a backyard cookout. My friend bought the stuff to make this dip, came over, and made it while I opened the wine – THAT is how easy and fast this dip...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Apr 19, 2015 | Desserts, Sweet Sundays
You know that moment when something easy, delicious and quick comes together in the SAME recipe? This is that moment! This chocolate fudge sauce comes from Joel’s brother, Jesse. He made it at a family dinner once, in about 10 seconds, in the microwave! I was...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Aug 12, 2014 | Desserts, Sauces
Summer brings a different sort of cooking. Cooking that can be started and ended with a simple plate of sliced tomatoes, cucumbers and marinated garbanzo beans. Mealtime around here in August often means a big salad with cold cooked chicken, or it could even be...
