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This blog is about all things that happen in my New England home and garden....if you are interested in decorating, gardening, cooking and entertaining...then follow me here to get inspired and get creative.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Calling All Flowers!

Spring, Summer and Fall to me means that I get to have fresh flowers in my home continuously.
Here are some of my arrangements so far.







I'll be linking to : Under the Table and Dreaming

When Life Gives You Lemons...!

Well, I have to say that lemons are in my mind, one of the most exceptional fruits.



 I use lemons a lot in my everyday cooking and baking. I especially love to make lemon desserts and treats in the summer and this year is no exception. So, I whipped up these fabulous lemon cookies for a get together I was having, and I thought that I would share this recipe with you.

Lip-Smacking Lemon Cookies

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg 
2 Tablespoons lemon juice
2 Teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash ground nutmeg
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for garnish)

Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add sugar, egg, lemon juice and peel and beat until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg in a large bowl. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, blending well after each addition. Shape the dough into 2 logs. Wrap each log in plastic or waxed paper, and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours or up to 3 days.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease cookie sheets. Cut logs into 1/4 inch thick slices. Place the slices 1 inch apart on cookie sheet. Bake about 15 minutes, or edges are light brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. When the cookies are cooled, sift with powdered sugar for garnish. Enjoy with coffee or a cool summer drink!




 Enjoy!

Have a great day!

Gina

Thursday, June 23, 2011

My Outdoor Oasis

I love summer because it means that I get to enjoy the great outdoors. I love the interior of our home, but I have also spent countless hours planting and digging and pruning outdoors. I really love to sit back and enjoy it when the days are sunny and gorgeous. Yesterday was one of those days, so I thought that I would share some of my space with you. Enjoy!

























Sunday, June 5, 2011