Fall is my absolute favorite time of year. There's just something magical about the crisp air, the colorful leaves, and the excuse to wear cozy sweaters 24/7. But the real highlight? Our annual family apple picking adventure. Yes, I know, if you've been here for a while, you know I planted apple trees a few…  READ MORE

Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Or in this case, give a classic apple dessert a delicious makeover! Our Upside-Down Maple Apple Cake takes everything you love about traditional apple cake and quite literally turns it on its head. The result? A gooey, caramelly-infused masterpiece that's as fun to make as…  READ MORE

This Rustic Apple and Cheddar Galette is a dish that's become a legend in my household (and by legend, I mean my kid actually eats it without complaining - miraculous, right?). Now, you might be wondering, "How did this cheesy apple concoction come to be?" Well, pull up a chair, and let me spin you…  READ MORE

The first time I discovered the benefits of "cooking" with chia seed was when making jams and testing different thickeners. I made the most amazing strawberry chia jam and haven't looked back since. Now I've moved on from spreads and into breakfast delights. This Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding is the superhero of breakfasts – packed…  READ MORE

I've always been a sucker for a warm bowl of apple cinnamon oatmeal, but let's be real - who has time to stand over a stove on busy mornings? That's why I nearly dropped my coffee mug in excitement when I first made overnight oats. Since the I've tried lots of variations, but I just…  READ MORE

This past weekend, I embarked on what's become something of an autumn tradition in our family - apple picking. Now, I should mention that my daughter has the attention span of a caffeinated squirrel, and my mom... well, let's just say she's more interested in the post-picking cider donuts than the actual picking. So, our…  READ MORE