Lavender and Rosemary Scented Walnuts

Spiced nuts, whether they are walnuts,  pecans or in a mix with other nuts are always good for appetizers or to dress up salads. I have a number of recipes that I have already posted and this one is adapted from Midwest Living.  These have such a nice, mild floral taste – just delicious!

Biscotti

A few years back my daughter-in-law and a few of her friends wanted to learn how to make biscotti.  I gave everyone different recipes so they could collect all of the ingredients, make the dough and we would bake them all at my home.  A lot of fun and a lot of different flavors.  This … Continue reading

Raspberry Muffins

You can never go wrong with a fruit muffin for breakfast.  The glaze drizzled over the muffins adds a nice sweet touch that goes well with the raspberries and lemon.

Apple Salad Two Ways

In the North, Fall is the perfect time to serve this refreshing salad;  Michigan has so many apples to choose from.  The sweetness of the apples and cranberries and the crunch of the nuts and celery go together so well.  Even if you do not live in “apple country” just use your favorite eating apple.  … Continue reading

Steel-cut Oatmeal with Bananas and Walnuts

I am not a big fan of oatmeal, but in a recent Weight Watcher’s meeting the leader talked about steel-cut oats.  When I saw this slow cooker recipe that had the oats, bananas, and walnuts in it I gave it a try.  I am hooked! Here is another recipe I have not tried yet but … Continue reading