California Feature: Jax Makes Fruit & Coconut Water Popsicles

It’s blazing hot here is Southern California, 100s for most of the week in our lovely town of Riverside. Thankfully we have a pool and the A/C has been running like crazy. But when we’re waterlogged, have cabin fever and need fresh air, we need a way to beat the heat. And so, we make

Blueberry Buckle Cake

This blueberry buckle cake has been a recipe staple in my family for more than 15 years.  When pick-your-own blueberry season opened this year it was the first recipe that I wanted to bake.  It was also my first attempt at making this cake and the bar was high since it is so well know

Animal Cracker Cookie Recipe

This recipe was the first cookie recipe I made with my toddler.  I was at the grocery store looking for the classic box of animal crackers and could not find them.  I decide to look for a recipe that would closely match the classic.  I found that there are many variations and the recipe I

Road Trip: Lyman Orchards and Strawberry Popsicles

One of my favorite times of the year is when Lyman Orchards Pick Your Own season opens.  I still remember going blueberry picking with my family and loading up the basement freezer with numerous bags to use for blueberry pie at Christmas.  When I had my son I was determined to find an orchard so

Coconut Oatmeal Lace Cookies

I was pleasantly surprised when I made these cookies as they are easy to make, only take 5 minutes to bake, and if like me you are not a fan of coconut flavor, then you are in luck.  Another great part of this recipe is that it contains no eggs, so my toddler can snack