by Renee Pottle | Aug 23, 2018 | and sweet treats, Instagram, Recipes From the Garden
Marry the northeast and the northwest! Make an old-fashioned New England grunt with luscious peaches from Washington State. Baking is one of my all-time favorite hobbies. It seems a miracle that you can mix flour, sugar and various other ingredients, pop the whole... 
by Renee Pottle | Dec 22, 2017 | Instagram, Real Food, Sourdough and Other Fermented Foods
Make a big batch of these not-too-sweet cookies this weekend. They will last all through the holidays. It’s interesting how many of our Christmas traditions originated in Germany. The Christmas tree, marzipan, and these delightfully spicy cookies known as... 
by Renee Pottle | Feb 4, 2017 | Ice Cream and Candy, Instagram, Real Food
Celebrate World Nutella® Day and National Frozen Yogurt Day with this easy-to-make treat. Are you ready for the big day tomorrow? No, I am not talking about the Super Bowl. This is even bigger! February 5th is not only National Frozen Yogurt Day, it’s also World... 
by Renee Pottle | Nov 2, 2016 | cakes, Instagram, Real Food
Mini sweet-tart fruitcakes make the perfect gifts. Want to be especially popular this holiday season? Want to skip all of that “what do I buy for everyone” anxiety? Want a gift that’s easy, can be prepared this weekend, and is perfect for both your boss and your... 
by Renee Pottle | Dec 8, 2015 | Candied, Canning and Preserving, Uncategorized
It’s easy to make homemade candied orange peel. Use it in fruitcake or dip it in chocolate for a decadent treat. If you, like me, have a great affinity for oranges, there are probably plenty of orange peels hanging out on your counter. It seems like such a waste...