Author: Rachel Ballinger

Homemade Salsa for Canning

Homemade Salsa for Canning

This homemade salsa is kinda like having a garden in a jar and a great way to use up a bunch of tomatoes. My kids say it tastes just like store bought which I know is a huge compliment from them but I’d like to 

Creamy Pumpkin Pie

Creamy Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie is my all time favorite fall dessert. It’s just a classic. This is the pumpkin pie I grew up on and it’s a creamier version than the ones you’ll find at the grocery store. My oldest son and my brother have both won 

Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

Pumpkin puree and warm spices make these soft little pumpkin snickerdoodles are the perfect fall treat. The dough does need to refrigerate for two hours before baking so plan accordingly. Whip up a batch of these cookies for an afterschool snack or to go with 

Savory Chicken Salad

Savory Chicken Salad

This is your classic chicken salad, perfect for sandwiches or to eat with crackers or in lettuce boats. So yummy and great for lunches and picnics. I got this savory chicken salad recipe from a sweet coworker of mine years ago and I pretty much 

Pumpkin Raisin Bars

Pumpkin Raisin Bars

These pumpkin raisin bars are so moist and yummy, especially with the cream cheese icing. The pumpkin, raisins, and cinnamon just fill your mouth full of all the fall vibes. It’s very similar to a sheet cake and bakes in just 25 minutes.

Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini Fritters

This is one of my favorite ways to eat the late summer abundance of zucchini. Just grate it, mix it, and fry it and you’ve got a yummy fresh side dish for any meal.

Texas Sheet Cake

Texas Sheet Cake

This chocolate sheet cake covered in chocolate icing is a cinch to make and has a way of disappearing fast! It’s easy to double the recipe to feed a big crowd. I never add the pecans to the icing because we prefer no nuts, but 

Tex-Mex Rice

Tex-Mex Rice

This is a good side dish for any Mexican meal with a little spice but not too much. I serve it with Beefy Burritos and Enchiladas.

Blueberry Lemon Scones

Blueberry Lemon Scones

A scone is a delightful mix between a cookie and a biscuit. These are not dry, they’re nice and moist bursting with flavor from the lemon and blueberries.

French Apple Cake

French Apple Cake

This yummy cake is full of apples and not too sweet. It goes perfectly with a cup of coffee or hot tea and looks so pretty for the little amount of work that goes into it.