apple tart

An apple tart recipe created by Amy Thayer of mommahenscoop.com #applepie #appletart  #Springdessert

As a true southern momma, I can simply not get enough of good ol’ American apple pie. As Spring approaches, I find that I crave something a little lighter. When cold weather refuses to leave, Myself, I could easily devour my entire day by baking in my kitchen and probably just as long indulging in [...]

two thrifted frames turned vintage glam

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Cheap old frames in a squished box sitting all alone to the side of a yard in the damp grass, you just walk by not giving them a second thought. Well, how much do you pay for picture frames at your big fancy decor store? A lot, right! Frames are not cheap. Next time you [...]

The ULTIMATE guide to the ULTIMATE burger

The Father's Day guide to the ultimate burger. MommaHen shares that it's not always about the type of meat or how much you put on it or in it. Start with the correct patty size and cooking process to get a restaurant qualty burger. Yum!!

What do you need for the ULTIMATE burger? ground beef  (70/30=juicier/more fat > 90/10=drier/less fat) MH seasoning salt cast iron skillet Worcestershire sauce How about a mini-lesson in ground beef? Standing at the meat counter can be extremely overwhelming. I understand. For me, it’s usually not that hard to make my selection because I tend [...]

Refreshing creamy Summer sorbet: Lemon bay

Lemon bay gelato by amy thayer photography and mommahenscoop.com What's more refreshing than lemon on a hot Summer's day?

When life hands you lemons, make lemon bay sorbet! A typical lemon sorbet is nothing but water, sugar, and lemon juice. This combination is lovely all on it’s own, but with the addition of bay flavor adds a sophisticated refreshing taste to take the perfected lemon sorbet taste to the very next level. By lacing [...]

strawberries

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MommaHen’s doissant a southern knock-off of the cronut

doissant- A MommaHen knock-off of the cronut (as seen on LIVE with Kelly & Michael)

Dominique Ansel Bakery, in New York, features a half doughnut/ half croissant delectable confectionery treat called the Cronut. When I saw this delight featured on LIVE with Kelly & Michael and it’s hefty price tag, I knew right away I have made a very similar home-made version that I could pull together for pennies and [...]

An All-American vacation spot: Franklin, TN

The eclectic farmhouse called Jefferson House in Franklin, TN vacation home http://www.vrbo.com/3495690ha

Today…..I’m day dreaming. Wishing we were back in Franklin, TN and The Jefferson house. If these two names don’t strike a cord, you are missing out. Working with FOLK magazine these are two names that were mentioned quite a bit. When I got the opportunity to visit Franklin and stay at the historical Jefferson House [...]

Coffee icecream inspired by New England

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As early as 1930 coffee milk, introduced by Italian immigrants, has been in existence and loved by many. Rhode Islanders love this drink so much that it become their state’s official drink. A drink that is similar to what we know as chocolate milk, except coffee is used in place of the chocolate. Vermont is [...]

Personalizing jewelry

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I’ll admit I’ve never made jewelry before.  After trying this line of Martha Stewart jewelry, I think I’m hooked! [continue reading....] Pin It

Miss Alli Mae’s old fashioned Lip Butter

Miss Alli Mae's Old Fashioned Lip Butter by Amy Thayer of mommahenscoop.com

Someone recently asked me if I had anything I could sell in their new online boutique. I didn’t. However, I couldn’t help but think this was an opportunity for me to start selling products again. I love creating with my hands and passing them along to an appreciative customer. Naturally, my response to this particular [...]