Rose-Colored Glasses, exclusively by Skirt in the Kitchen "Sing a song of sixpence, a pocket full of rye, four and twenty blackbirds baked in a pie... " This comes to mind, this old nursery rhyme that my parents used to read and say to my little sister and me when we were small sprouts. … [Read more...]
Archives for 2014
Christmas Kraut
exclusively Skirt in the Kitchen I don't want it to be Christmas-not yet-but I have to ferment cabbage for Christmas kraut if I want to cook with it by then. This is the easy method even though I'm jazzing it up with spices and other fruit to give it the Christmas swag that I like. … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter-Honey Banana Bread
photos and script exclusively by Skirt in the Kitchen, recipe adapted from CHOW November is Peanut Butter Lovers Month, so why not bake a loaf [or two] of Peanut Butter-Honey Banana Bread? It's perfect for when company calls or when you need to stop in for a visit with loved ones. … [Read more...]
Heel Planting for Winter
Skirt in the Kitchen When you don't have time to get everything in the ground before the first frost, or a hard frost at that, try heel planting for winter. … [Read more...]
Fall Decorating
exclusively Skirt in the Kitchen It's a beautiful time of year to bring in nature's spent flowers and seasoned foliage for fall decorating. … [Read more...]
Scarlet Love
The Lord is real. He has given us the ability to love with an authentic love, a scarlet love that never fades or dies. It calls for acceptance and honesty. His love is perfect, scarlet in color that is vibrant and outstanding. … [Read more...]
Slow-Cooker Applesauce
This slow-cooker applesauce is adapted from the recipe, Overnight Apple Butter, by Martha Stewart. I really like this recipe. I like how old-fashioned the applesauce is, how it tastes, plus, I like the color-a deep brown. … [Read more...]
Chocolate Bird Peeps
Skirt in the Kitchen In a stainless or glass double broiler over the stove, melt a full amount of dark chocolate with three-fourths of the amount of milk chocolate of the Ghirardelli brand--or equal portions, depending on your preference of sweetness. … [Read more...]
Marigold Tea
exclusively Skirt in the Kitchen I've played in the flower garden all summer long, now into fall days. I like how the sun sets on everything differently, each season bringing forth a new light. … [Read more...]
Kansas Hudson Cream Flour
exclusively Skirt in the Kitchen I cannot say enough about this flour even though it easily and rightfully stands on its own without having received my praise. It's worthy because of its exceptional quality that is favorable for baking. … [Read more...]