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Zucchini and Chocolate Chip Muffins – Gluten Free

October 14, 2026October 14, 2026 by Carlotta

You know that feeling when one day you look in the garden, and no zucchini. The very next day, there is suddenly a zucchini larger than your firstborn child. What do you do with that monstrosity? You definitely can’t give it away — friendships are too valuable for that. The skin is probably tough, and … Read more Zucchini and Chocolate Chip Muffins – Gluten Free

Hot Cereal – high protein, low carb

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 by Carlotta

As I become more aware of what I eat and how it makes me feel, I continue to make adjustments to my daily diet. My current challenge is to ramp up protein intake, with breakfast still being the most important meal of the day. If I begin my day with at least 30 grams of … Read more Hot Cereal – high protein, low carb

Delicate and Delectable Sous Vide Egg Bites

June 15, 2025June 15, 2025 by Carlotta

Yes, that is an odd name for eggs, but until you sample sous vide eggs, you will never understand just how dainty these little cup-shaped morsels are. Yet they are loaded with protein and will leave you surprisingly satisfied. Now that I have used as many descriptive words as my brain can process right now, … Read more Delicate and Delectable Sous Vide Egg Bites

Savory Sous Vide Egg Bites

June 15, 2025January 28, 2025 by Carlotta

Living alone has it’s perks — — — the house is easier to keep clean, there is more freedom to travel and visit friends and family, the entire bed is mine, I have sole control over the remote, I can play piano any time of the day (or night), and I don’t have to serve … Read more Savory Sous Vide Egg Bites

Gluten Free Old Fashioned Oatmeal Muffins

March 15, 2023March 14, 2023 by Carlotta

Without history we are infants. Of all intellectual pursuits, history is the most supremely useful. That is why people crave it and need ever more of it.
– Simon Jenkins, “The London Times”

Simply the Easiest Egg Bake

September 19, 2026January 7, 2023 by Carlotta

I am a morning person – – – – – please don’t hate me! I think this “morning disorder” comes from an intense need and/or desire to have some alone-time before starting a busy day. I light a candle, pour a mug of coffee, pull out my Bible and journal, and get lost in the … Read more Simply the Easiest Egg Bake

Maple Pecan Granola

August 20, 2022August 20, 2022 by Carlotta

Most of us have quirks, idiosyncrasies, peculiarities, oddities, eccentricities, foibles, and whims. One of mine is that I do not like milk on my cereal. Please don’t expect me to eat soggy cold cereal, or drive away the steam of hot cereal by pouring milk on it. Gross!

Buttermilk Waffles

May 24, 2022May 24, 2022 by Carlotta

I love antiques, vintage items, primitives, heirlooms, collectibles — whatever you want to call them. Anything that has seen life, and has been part of a story, finds a special place in my home.

Sausage Egg Bake with Bacon-Hashbrown Crust

August 27, 2021August 27, 2021 by Carlotta

Sometimes it feels like egg bakes conjure up images of elegant bridal showers and dainty women’s teas. Think of flowers, lace, beautifully wrapped gifts, damask tablecloths, and egg bake. This one, however, is the exact opposite of delicate. It is for carnivores who love brunch, and are not afraid to eat it! Tossing hash browns … Read more Sausage Egg Bake with Bacon-Hashbrown Crust

Hashbrown Breakfast Pizza – Gluten Free

July 24, 2021February 10, 2021 by Carlotta

This is the time of year when we entertain more often than usual. It is always a challenge to figure out what to serve for brunch that will please kids, adults, and seniors – and not wear out the cook. Try this hashbrown pizza! It’s easy, special, pretty, satisfying, and oh so yummy!

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