Dump Cake

Dump Cake

Note: I first wrote this post in 2014. Dump Cake is still a quick and easy dessert option, especially if you need to fix a dessert for an event after a full day of homeschooling. Life Hack 101! I just made what is quite possibly the easiest, cheapest baked dessert in...
Why Butter Separates from Homemade Toffee

Why Butter Separates from Homemade Toffee

  Merry Christmas from Simple Life and Home! I hope you’ve been enjoying the holidays and baking lots of delicious treats. So far I’ve made three batches of homemade caramels, creamy ham soup, no-knead bread, and, of course, my favorite homemade toffee. Now, in all...
Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

Well, it’s finally happened. After a good three-week run, my abundant strawberry harvest is drying up. (I can’t say I’m sorry. We were all getting a little tired of picking and processing baskets of berries every other day, and I have plenty of jam, both freezer and...
Gooey Cake

Gooey Cake

Guess what I ate for breakfast yesterday? If you guessed Gooey Cake, you’re right. 🙂 I blame my friend Christina for this sudden lapse in judgment and complete lack of self-control. I had never even heard of Gooey Cake before she made it for me last weekend....
Homemade Caramels

Homemade Caramels

For those of you who have been asking for my homemade caramel recipe, today is your lucky day! Next to my homemade toffee recipe, this homemade caramel recipe is one of my all-time favorite holiday treats. It always gets great reviews from teachers and friends when we...