If you’re looking for a few simple ways to make the holiday weekend feel extra special, here are some of our favorite Fourth of July activities, read-alouds, and homemade recipes to enjoy together. 🇺🇸
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Blueberry Torte
I have fond memories of making this delicious dessert with my grandma every year since I was little. It’s a holiday favorite made every Fourth of July. 🇺🇸 Me, at probably age 9, with a proudly made torte. Ingredients Crusted base: 1-⅓ C graham cracker crumbs ½ C sugar ⅓ C melted butter Filling: 8… Continue reading Blueberry Torte
Homemade Waffles & Pancakes
There is something special about homemade breakfasts. The smell of waffles crisping in the waffle iron or pancakes sizzling on the griddle has a way of gathering everyone in the kitchen before the day even begins. As a homemaker, I’ve found that simple traditions often become the most treasured. Weekend waffles, slow mornings, and little… Continue reading Homemade Waffles & Pancakes
Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies
Tiny fingerprints in the flour. A little extra mess on the counters. Chocolate chips mysteriously disappearing before they make it into the bowl. These are the moments I want to remember. Sure, help from littles in the kitchen might seem more daunting and time consuming than we'd like in today's busy world. But the lessons… Continue reading Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies
Irresistible Homemade Burgers
Say goodbye to boring burgers, and hello to a new favorite! Growing up I always had basic burgers. They were seasoned, sure...but nothing more. When I started dating my husband, over a decade ago, I had dinner at his Mom’s house, and she made burgers. They were incredible! There was definitely a standard in place… Continue reading Irresistible Homemade Burgers
Homemade Sandwich Bread
The past few years I have been trying to *slowly* swap out processed baked goods, with delicious homemade bread. I was shocked at all of the extra additives that are in the most basic grocery store goods. I love that I can make a few loaves each week, while nourishing my family’s bodies. Bonus points… Continue reading Homemade Sandwich Bread
Homemade Apple Pie
Growing up I only liked two kind of pies--pumpkin & my Grams’ Apple Pie. For years she tried to perfect the dough, always having something to say about it and how back in her grandmother’s day, they used bacon fat for the crust. She never used it though, at least I never saw her. Her… Continue reading Homemade Apple Pie
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
When you think of creamy, comfort soup... what comes to mind?? For me— that’s broccoli cheddar or potato! My fridge had some broccoli and carrots that needed some love, so broccoli cheddar was an easy choice! ✨ Homemade Broccoli Cheddar Soup Ingredients:2 TBSP butter2 finely chopped carrots1 small finely chopped onion2 cloves of garlic (or… Continue reading Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Homemade Party Mix
Anyone else love the salty bits at the end of a Chex Mix bag? This is SO much better than the bag you buy at the store... and without all of the bits no one’s likes—why are there so many unsalted pretzels and bread bites? The best part of making it yourself, is that you… Continue reading Homemade Party Mix
Making Beautiful Messes 